Gabor Mate: Your Partner Choice Reveals Everything! The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Trauma

In this episode, Dr. Gabor Maté, a world-renowned expert on trauma, stress and addiction, reveals how childhood experiences and emotional suppression deeply shape our relationships and overall wellbeing. He explains how unresolved trauma from our early years can lead to stress and challenges in adult relationships, and offers powerful insights on how embracing vulnerability and authenticity can foster healing and transformation in both one's personal life and relationships.
Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges or seeking personal growth, Dr. Maté’s wisdom provides a path to healing and improvement, by understanding the root causes of emotional suppression and learning to live more authentically.

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00:00 Introduction  
01:52 Career Change Tips for Older Adults  
04:27 How the Mind-Body Connection Impacts Relationships  
11:51 How to Choose the Right Partner for Long-Term Happiness  
13:08 Why Authenticity Matters in and out of Relationships  
16:19 How Childhood Attachments Shape Your Adult Relationships  
18:25 How to Be Your Most Authentic Self the Power of Saying No  
28:41 How Social Status Affects Relationships  
29:54 Different Types of Stress and How to Manage Them  
36:37 Is Your Partner Hurting Your Well-Being  
44:54 How to Develop a Secure Attachment in Relationships  
49:10 The Health Effects of Avoidant and Anxious Attachment Styles  
54:03 The Link Between Addiction and Attachment Styles  
01:02:15 What Is Trauma and How Does It Affect You  
01:05:41 How Many People Are Living with Trauma Today  
01:07:30 How to Heal from Trauma and Move Forward  
01:12:02 Important Topics That Need More Attention  
01:15:24 Most Memorable Conversations on Relationships  
01:17:24 Key Takeaways from This Discussion

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