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Repressed emotions can manifest as physical symptoms from "summary" of When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté, MD

Dr. Gabor Maté, MD, delves deep into the intricate connection between our emotional state and physical health in his groundbreaking work, 'When the Body Says No.' Maté argues that the suppression of emotions, particularly negative ones like anger, fear, or sadness, can have profound effects on our well-being. When we bury these feelings instead of processing and expressing them, they don't simply disappear. Instead, they linger within us, creating a toxic internal environment. According to Maté, our bodies are not separate from our minds; they are intricately linked in a complex interplay. When we fail to address our emotional needs, our bodies are forced to bear the burden of our unresolved issues. This burden can manifest in a variety of physical symptoms, ranging from chronic pain to autoimmune disorders. Maté illustrates this point with numerous real-life examples, demonstrating how individuals with repressed emotions often suffer from a host of health problems. One...
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    When the Body Says No

    Gabor Maté, MD

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