Growing Tall Poppies Podcast Season 2, Episode 16

Somatic Healing for the Soul: Where Vulnerability, Openness & Creativity Set You Free

Podcast| Growing Tall Poppies| Season 2
May 20, 2025•1 min read

Growing Tall Poppies Podcast: Season 02, Episode 16 (#57)

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In this week’s episode of Growing Tall Poppies, Dr Nat Green is joined by Kathryn Thompson, a courageous entrepreneur and somatic healing advocate. Together, they explore how embracing vulnerability, openness, and creative expression can unlock deep emotional healing and lasting personal freedom.

Kathryn shares her inspiring journey - from overcoming childhood trauma and navigating the corporate world, to breaking generational patterns and reclaiming her authentic voice through somatic practices and radical self-acceptance. This episode invites you to lean into your body’s wisdom and discover how healing happens when we allow ourselves to be fully seen.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

  • Why emotional suppression keeps us stuck and how vulnerability opens the door to healing.

  • The difference between intellectualising trauma and somatically releasing it.

  • How tools like EFT tapping and TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises) support nervous system regulation.

  • A fresh perspective on healthy boundaries and managing emotional triggers - especially for those in helping roles.

  • Why healing requires courage and self-compassion, and how daily rituals create sustainable change.

Episode Highlights & Takeaways

  • Kathryn’s story of transforming trauma into creative power and freedom.

  • The importance of feeling into emotions, not just thinking about them.

  • Practical somatic tools and techniques that can help regulate your nervous system.

  • Shifting from fixing others to empowering both yourself and your clients.

  • How creativity and vulnerability work hand-in-hand on the healing journey.

Learn More & Connect with Kathryn

Want to dive deeper into Kathryn's work? Here’s how to connect:

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be deemed or treated as psychological treatment or to replace the need for psychological treatment.

Growing Tall Poppies Podcast

Hosted by Dr Nat Green, this podcast empowers individuals to rise above trauma and create lasting transformation. Each episode features inspiring stories, expert advice, and practical strategies to help you break free from adversity, build confidence, and thrive. Tune in for real conversations that inspire personal growth and resilience.