This week, I talk to renowned addiction expert, physician and best-selling author, Dr. Gabor Maté. He calls for a compassionate approach toward addiction, whether in ourselves or in others. Dr Maté believes addiction is not a choice, neither is it all about drugs and illicit substances. Instead, he believes that addiction affects most of us – whether it be to alcohol, nicotine, sugar, work or exercise…the list is endless. According to Dr Maté, the source of addiction is not to be found in our genes but in our early childhood.

We also talk about how our emotional stress translates into physical chronic illnesses and how we now live in a culture that doesn’t meet our human needs. Indeed, the conditions necessary for healthy child development are increasingly under threat in today’s society. Loneliness and lack of meaningful connection are on the rise, as are the rates of autoimmune disease and addiction. We discuss how the way we live our modern lives is impacting us more than we realise.

It was a real honour to sit down and talk eye-to-eye with Gabor about his truly revolutionary work. This was a deep and powerful conversation and I hope it helps you in your lives.

Show notes available at: https://drchatterjee.com/gabor

Find out more about Gabor:
Website - https://drgabormate.com/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/drgabormate/
You Tube - @Dr Gabor Maté
Twitter - https://twitter.com/DrGaborMate

Gabor's books:
In the Realm on hungry ghosts - https://amzn.to/2zlLbR5
Scattered Minds: The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder - https://amzn.to/2PvKYou
When the body says no: the cost of hidden stress - https://amzn.to/2zdWc6B
Hold on to Your Kids - Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers - https://amzn.to/2QUCAeK

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