About this podcast

This powerful episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast features world-renowned physician and bestselling author Dr. Gabor Maté, who dives deep into the intricate relationship between childhood experiences and adult trauma. If you feel lost or stuck, this conversation offers profound insights into how early life shapes your relationships, self-worth, and survival patterns like addiction or people-pleasing. Dr. Maté illuminates the root causes of trauma, emphasizing that while what happened to you isn't your fault, healing is your responsibility. This transformative discussion challenges your self-perception and equips you with tools to embark on a journey of compassionate curiosity and profound healing, ultimately empowering you to reclaim control of your future and discover your authentic self.