About this episode
What if many of our struggles make more sense when we look at the world around us, not just ourselves? In this episode, let's delve into the book "The Myth of Normal" by Daniel Maté and Gabor Maté, which teaches you that many of the emotional struggles, chronic stress, and even physical illnesses we see today are understandable responses to living in a high-pressure world!
Key takeaways
- 1
Chronic stress and suppressed emotion show up in the body over time.
- 2
Authenticity and attachment can conflict; children often sacrifice the first to keep the second.
- 3
Healing means reclaiming what was suppressed, not becoming "normal."
Try this tonight
Notice one place today where you say yes to keep the peace. Write what the honest answer would have been.
Journal prompt
“What part of myself did I learn to hide to stay connected? Is it still hidden?”
Write about it