Podcast episode · 2 October 2025

"Women In Unhappy Marriages Are 4x More Likely To Die" We're Talking Trauma with Gabor Maté

Dr. Gabor Maté explores what trauma really is, how it shapes who we become, and why so many people are living disconnected from their authentic selves.…

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27 min

Dr. Gabor Maté explores what trauma really is, how it shapes who we become, and why so many people are living disconnected from their authentic selves.

From attachment styles to emotional wounds, Paul and Gabor break down how childhood experiences affect our adult relationships - and what it takes to truly heal.

Whether you're navigating your own trauma or trying to better understand someone you love, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a path toward deeper connection.

We're Talking Trauma with Gabor Maté

(00:00) Intro

(00:53) How Does Gabor Define Trauma?

(03:40) How Many People Today Are Living in Trauma?

(05:46) How Do We Heal Our Trauma?

(08:21) How to Become Your Most Authentic Self

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(15:07) Attachment Styles

(20:23) How Do You Earn a 'Secure Attachment'?

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