Made Whole by Christ

Gabor Mate is a physician and trauma expert. He asked this question: “Why do we get disconnected?” His answer: “Because it is too painful to be ourselves.”

Let’s continue. When did you get disconnected from yourself? Do you remember the event or events where you thought, “This is bad. I must hide the hurt confused struggling part of myself.”

That incident (or incidents) where you became divided into two parts. The two parts include an inside-shameful-part and an outside-fun-social part.

Here are three good takeaway thoughts:

• First, there was a time in the past when you were whole, not divided.
• Second, if you know when the disconnecting happened you have a starting place for new growth.
• Third, it is possible to find healing and become whole again.

Close

Gabor Mate says the goal is to move from what happened to you (past) to what is happening inside you (present). And to move towards reconnection, reunion and restoration.

Prayer

Father, growing up was hard. I hated being humiliated for failing, feeling less than others and being controlled. It caused me to feel shame. So, I hid that part of myself. Today I am bringing my whole self to you. Father, please make me emotionally whole. Amen.

Bible

Jesus said. I have come that you may have life and have it to the full. John 10:10
(One whole life not two halves.)

Note-This blog is for educational purposes. But if you find yourself experiencing a trauma response call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Or seek the help of a Mental Health professional.