Addiction: A Coping Mechanism For Unhealed Trauma

Resources

Books

• "The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture" by Dr. Gabor Maté - This book explores the connection between personal trauma, societal pressures, and the prevalence of illness and addiction in modern culture.
• "Cured: The Science of Spontaneous Healing" by Dr. Jeff Rediger - This book documents cases of individuals who have spontaneously healed from terminal illnesses, exploring the underlying factors.
• "Radical Remission" by Kelly Turner - Similar to "Cured," this book investigates cases of spontaneous remission from cancer and other serious diseases.

Videos & Documentaries

• "The Gospel of Thomas" - Mentioned as an ancient gospel that offers profound psychological insights, suggesting that what is brought out from within can save, while what is suppressed can doom.

Research & Studies

• Studies on the impact of emotions on illness - Referenced to support the idea that emotions significantly influence the onset of illness and that the mind and body are inseparable.
• Studies on the impact of childhood trauma on adult health - Highlighted to show the long-term effects of early life experiences on physical and mental health outcomes.
• Research on the breakdown of community - Mentioned in the context of societal isolation contributing to stress and lack of support, impacting individual well-being.
• Studies showing the relationship of stress and trauma to Multiple Sclerosis - Presented as evidence that these conditions can be linked to psychological factors, even though often treated solely physically.
• Studies showing the relationship of trauma and stress to Rheumatoid Arthritis - Cited to illustrate the connection between emotional well-being and physical ailments.

Tools & Software

• Pipe Drive - A CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system designed to help sales teams manage deals, automate follow-ups, and improve sales performance.

Articles & Papers

• An article in The New Yorker - Discussed regarding the rising rates of childhood and adolescent suicide in the US, linking it to unmet developmental needs and feelings of isolation.
• An article in The New York Times - Also mentioned in relation to the increasing rates of childhood and adolescent suicide, highlighting the connection to societal factors.

People Mentioned

• Dr. Gabor Maté (Physician, Bestselling Author) - The guest of the podcast, renowned for his work on childhood development, trauma, and addiction.
• Lewis Melmadrona (American Physician, Lakota background) - A friend of Dr. Maté who shared insights from his indigenous tradition regarding community healing and the interconnectedness of individual and cultural health.
• Daniel Siegel (Psychiatrist) - Mentioned for his work on "interpersonal neurobiology," emphasizing how human brains are interconnected and influence each other.
• Jean Martin Charcot (French Neurologist) - Credited with first describing Multiple Sclerosis in the 19th century and linking it to grief and long-term worry.
• William Osler (Canadian Physician) - Quoted for stating in the 19th century that rheumatoid arthritis is caused by long-term worry and stress.
• Jeff Rediger (Psychiatrist at Harvard) - Author of "Cured," studied spontaneous healing from terminal illnesses.
• Kelly Turner (Psychologist) - Author of "Radical Remission," also studied spontaneous remission from serious diseases.
• Aeschylus (Greek Playwright) - Quoted for a line suggesting that human beings have to suffer to find truth.
• Esther Perel (Therapist) - Mentioned as a previous guest on the podcast who discussed the state of modern marriages.
• Oprah Winfrey - Mentioned in relation to a book by an individual who was in solitary confinement for decades.
• Shaka Sangor - Possibly the individual mentioned who wrote a bestselling book and was on Oprah after being in solitary confinement.

Organizations & Institutions

• Harvard - Mentioned as the institution where Dr. Jeff Rediger is a psychiatrist.
• Johns Hopkins Medical School - Mentioned as the institution where William Osler was one of the founding physicians.
• Lakota - Refers to the indigenous background of Dr. Lewis Melmadrona.

Courses & Educational Resources

• The School of Greatness - The podcast itself, mentioned as a platform where the host learned skills and where listeners can find resources.

Websites & Online Resources

• Toyota.com/bz - Website to learn more about the new Toyota bZ electric vehicle.
• Facebook - Mentioned as a platform for real connections, finding people, and building relationships.
• Airbnb.com/host - Website to learn more about hosting on Airbnb.
• Metropcs.com - Website to find out about Metro's offers on talk, text, and data.
• Indeed.com/greatness - Website for businesses to post jobs and receive a sponsored job credit.
• USBank.com/splitcard - Website to learn more about the US Bank Split Card.
• Blueapron.com (with code Greatness40) - Website to order meals from Blue Apron with a discount.
• Apple.com/applewatchseries11 - Website to learn more about the new Apple Watch Series 11.
• Pipedrive.com/greatness - Website to get a 30-day free trial of the Pipe Drive CRM.
• Greenlight.com/podcast - Website to sign up for Greenlight's driving reports.

Other Resources

• Compact Discs (CDs) - Dr. Maté described an addiction to buying classical music CDs.
• Mushrooms (specifically psilocybin) - Mentioned as a substance Dr. Maté has worked with therapeutically.
• 12-step groups - Suggested as a resource for people with addictions to talk about their experiences in a safe space.
• Marriage - Discussed as a relationship that requires work and commitment, with indicators of unhappiness measurable through children's cortisol levels.
• Indigenous people's child-rearing practices - Contrasted with modern Western practices, highlighting their emphasis on community support and nurturing.
• Solitary confinement - Mentioned as an extreme environment where individuals can still find inner strength and begin to heal.