The Hidden Trauma Behind Addiction (feat Dr. Gabor Maté) #732

What if addiction isn't really about the thing we're addicted to?

Featuring an update on what I've been up to (very exciting, very competitive, very middle-aged man!).

Then, in this episode from the vault, one of my all-time faves, I met renowned physician, author and addiction expert Dr. Gabor Maté for a wide-ranging conversation about addiction, trauma, childhood, parenting, technology, consciousness and what it means to live a more vital life.

In this episode:

• What addiction really is — and why it isn't just about drugs

• Addiction, trauma and childhood experiences

• Why we develop addictive behaviours

• How shame can make addiction harder to overcome

• Consciousness, choice and personal agency

• Parenting and the emotional needs of children

• Why children "act out"

• Discipline versus punishment