"情感创伤的本质是与自我的断联"
— Gabor Mate
Simplified Meaning:
When people go through emotional trauma, they often feel cut off from who they really are inside. Imagine someone who loves to paint and finds peace in it. If they go through something really upsetting, like losing a loved one or going through a tough breakup, they might stop painting. They might feel numb, lose interest in things they once enjoyed, or not feel like themselves anymore. This is because the trauma has shaken their sense of self and made it hard for them to connect with what makes them happy and feel whole. To heal, they need to find ways to reconnect with their true self, perhaps by slowly getting back into painting or talking to loved ones about their feelings. By acknowledging and processing the trauma, they can start to feel more like themselves again and regain their sense of peace and identity.