by Gabor Maté · 2003
Examines the psychosomatic connection between suppressed emotion and physical illness.
Best for: Clients with stress-related physical conditions who want to understand the mind-body connection between emotional suppression and disease.
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Examines the psychosomatic connection between suppressed emotion and physical illness.
Best for: Clients with stress-related physical conditions who want to understand the mind-body connection between emotional suppression and disease.
This title is on our curated list because it’s widely regarded in the self-care, stress & burnout literature — either by a leading researcher in the field, a clinically-respected modality founder, or an author whose work consistently shows up in evidence-informed practice.
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A note. This is reading material, not clinical treatment. If you’re working through something difficult, books complement therapy — they don’t replace it. Book a session with our team for personalised support.
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