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Today’s episode marks a deeply meaningful transition.

In this personal and reflective solo episode, Dr Nat Green shares why she has chosen not to re-register as a Clinical Psychologist after 35 years in the profession — and why, instead of feeling heavy or sorrowful, this decision feels grounded, aligned, and freeing.

This is not a rejection of psychology.
It’s the completion of an identity — and the conscious integration of lived experience, professional wisdom, and post-traumatic growth into a new chapter of work.

In this episode, Dr Nat explores what it means to:

• honour an identity that has completed without bitterness or rebellion
• navigate identity grief — the quiet, often unnamed grief that can accompany growth
• step into a new version of yourself with integrity, nervous system safety, and self-trust

This conversation is especially for you if:

• you feel like you’ve outgrown a role, title, or version of yourself
• you’re on the edge of a transition and unsure how to let go with clarity
• you’ve done a lot of inner work but sense there’s another chapter calling
• you want reassurance that growth doesn’t have to come through collapse

✨ In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why identity completion is not failure — but maturity
• How identity grief shows up (even when a decision feels right)
• The difference between burnout, rebellion, and true alignment
• Why nervous system regulation matters more than rushing to redefine yourself
• Three grounded strategies to support yourself through an identity shift
• How ethical, embodied transformation can exist beyond traditional systems

🧭 Three Grounded Identity Transition Practices Shared:

1. Honour the identity you are completing — recognise what it gave you before moving on
2. Allow identity grief without pathologising it — grief means it mattered
3. Regulate before you redefine — somatic clarity precedes identity clarity

💬 A Reflection to Sit With:

📝 Important Note

This episode is shared for reflection, education, and personal growth.
It is not therapy and does not replace professional mental health care.
If you are experiencing distress or need additional support, please reach out to a qualified mental health professional.

🌱 About Dr Nat Green

Dr Nat Green is a former Clinical Psychologist of 35 years, now a trauma-informed transformational coach, speaker, author, and host of Growing Tall Poppies. Her work sits at the intersection of identity, nervous system regulation, post-traumatic growth, and integrated leadership, supporting people who are ready to move beyond survival and truly thrive.

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In this powerful and deeply personal solo episode, Dr. Nat Green shares the truth that so many eventually discover: healing isn’t the destination — it’s the doorway. After 35 years as a psychologist and trauma specialist, Dr Nat opens up about her own evolution from therapist to integrated leader and the moment she realised her next chapter required not more “doing the work,” but living it.

She recounts her frustration with trauma treatment models that made it acceptable for lengthy trauma healing, describes the birth of her ABS Method® through lived experience, and the profound identity shift that unfolded during her recent overseas trip — where she learned that integration, embodiment, and alignment were the missing pieces she had been seeking.

This episode is a soul-stirring exploration of what happens after healing…
and why the next level of your leadership, business, and purpose is found in your integration, not your trauma story.

Dr Nat introduces the Seven Archetypes of Transformation© — and looks at how they represent a crucial part of your integrated identity as a leader, coach, healer, or entrepreneur.

She also shares her own raw truth: the identity she must now let go of — her long-standing role as a psychologist — in order to fully step into the work she knows she was born to do.

This episode will speak directly to you if:

• You’ve done the healing work but feel something deeper calling
• You’re craving alignment, purpose, and identity clarity
• You’re a coach, healer, practitioner, or conscious entrepreneur ready to lead from your wisdom
• You’re navigating identity grief or stepping into a new version of yourself
• You’re ready to thrive, not just survive

🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• Why healing is not the end point — and what lies on the other side
• How the ABS Method® was born from lived experience
• The role of identity, embodiment, and integration in leadership
• How a transformative overseas experience revealed the next layer of Nat’s purpose
• A dive into the Seven Archetypes of Transformation©
• How each archetype influences your leadership and business
• The identity Nat is now courageously releasing to fully step into her next chapter
• A powerful invitation for coaches, healers, and leaders who feel the pull to evolve

✨ Links & Resources Mentioned

Take the Archetypes of Transformation™ Quiz
Discover which archetype is leading your transformation — and what you need to integrate to fully thrive. (here)
Final Reflection If you’ve healed and you’re now asking yourself, “Now what?”
This is your invitation to step into your integrated identity. The one who leads, creates, and lives from her truth — not her trauma story. Because healing was never the final chapter. It was always the doorway to who you were born to become

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Content Warning ⚠️ - This episode discusses child loss, hospitalisation, grief and end-of-life decisions. Please listen with care and have support available and take breaks as needed.

In this deeply moving conversation, Dr Nat Green speaks with psychologist and grieving mum Kimberly Stevens, who lost her 13-year-old son Ethan to T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia in 2021. Six months later, back at work and searching for what was missing between therapy sessions, Kimberly set out to solve a critical gap for bereaved parents—local, lived-experience connection.

After three years of development, she launched Kids Connecting Parents (April 2025), a geolocation app helping grieving parents find and message one another nearby, build real-world support, and feel less alone.

Key Highlights / Takeaways

• Ethan’s story: from misdiagnosed “asthma” to ICU, and the family’s final days filled with love.
• The truth about grief: why integration (not “moving on”) is the most compassionate path.
• The basket of tools: how Kimberly used her clinical wisdom and lived experience to feel everything and re-engage with life.
• The connection gap: why many parents lose support—and how local, face-to-face community transforms healing.
• Building the app: funding hurdles, unexpected allies, and a “dating-app-style” interface (without the dating!).
• Boundaries & return to work: practical ways professionals can pace capacity after loss.
• Hope in action: 2,200+ messages exchanged since launch, connecting parents across Australia, NZ, Canada, the US & Germany.
• Tiny steps matter: water, sleep, a walk, a text—each builds capacity to hold what hurts.
• It truly “takes a village to grieve a child.” Creating and joining that village is healing.

About our guest — Kimberly Stevens
Registered Psychologist, founder of Kids Connecting Parents, and devoted mum to Ethan and Jett. Kimberly blends professional training with lived experience to create safer, closer, local support for parents navigating life after child loss.

Resources & how to help

• Kids Connecting Parents App — Available on Apple & Android
• Website: www.kidsconnectingparents.com
• Financial accessibility: 99¢ AUD/month helps cover hosting and security. If cost is a barrier, email kimberly@kidsconnectingparents.com
  for 5 years free—no questions asked.
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Thank you to Mining Skills Australia who made the App possible

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In this deeply validating episode of Growing Tall Poppies: Thrive After Trauma, Dr. Nat Green welcomes back Dr. Hayley D Quinn—mindset & wellbeing coach, speaker, author, host of Welcome to Self, and former clinical psychologist/past president of Compassionate Mind Australia.

Hayley opens up about:

• Her decision to leave psychology registration and go all-in on coaching, speaking, and writing
• How a late ADHD & autism diagnosis (at 52) reframed decades of “pushing through” and perfectionism
• The truth about burnout—why you can’t “work your way out of it,” why prevention is kinder (and cheaper) than recovery, and how to front-load self-care before busy seasons
• Practical systems for a neurodivergent-friendly life: daily self-check-ins, colour-coded calendars, hydration & meal supports, and outsourcing that protects energy
• Why self-compassion is the engine of sustainable success (including insights from Compassion Focused Therapy and the “share from the scar, not the wound” principle)
• The power—and limits—of lived experience in coaching, and how to stay ethical and safe in the “wild west” of the industry
• Designing a values-aligned life on the coast, rebuilding identity post-career pivot, and celebrating milestones (including 100+ podcast episodes on Welcome to Self)

We also celebrate Hayley’s new book From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion: A Compassionate Guide to Creating a Thriving Life—pre-orders open 18 November with special bonuses for wait-listers, and publication early February (perfect timing to “be your own Valentine” and rebuild your relationship with yourself).

You’ll learn:

• How A simple daily check-in changes everything
• How to spot the signs of smouldering stress before it becomes a fire
• Setting Boundaries for “urgent” requests (that protect you and still serve)
• Why front-loading self-care makes busy seasons survivable
• How receiving help can be an act of compassion—for you and for others

Links & Resources

• Dr. Hayley D Quinn – Website: drhayleydquinn.com
• Podcast: Welcome to Self
• Book: From Self-Neglect to Self-Compassion – Pre-orders open 18 Nov; publishes early Feb (Book waitlist & pre-orders)
• Website
• Welcome To Self Podcast
• Free Resource
• Welcome to Self®: Time to Thrive Group Coaching
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

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In this deeply honest, heart-opening and hope-filled conversation, Dr Nat welcomes Denice Buryn—Wholistic Practitioner, Massage Therapist, and Energy Healer—to explore what it really takes to move from trauma to post-traumatic growth. Denice shares her raw, unfiltered, courageous journey from early heartbreak, abuse, addiction, single motherhood without support, anxiety and health collapse and the courageous pivot that began with daily meditation, energy clearing, and radical self-honor and led to a grounded, purpose-led life of post-traumatic growth. Denice explains how feeling disconnected from the woman in the mirror became the catalyst to remember her innate worth, set loving boundaries, and rebuild from the inside out.

You’ll hear how a series of small, consistent practices created profound change: daily meditation (including approachable, non-traditional forms), energy clearing, whole-food nourishment, hydration, and genuine rest. Denice walks us through mirror work and compassionate self-talk, the moment she could finally say “I love you” to herself, and the practical art of spotting energetic drains in relationships and workplaces. We explore why boundaries are self-honor, how to listen to your body’s alarms, and what it means to become an energetic match for the life you’re calling in.

We also touch on brain–heart coherence, the “gift in the trauma,” and an aligned approach to manifestation—including the beautiful story of calling in her now-husband after a sacred ceremony and months of inner devotion. Throughout, Denice offers grounded wisdom for women who feel lost, overwhelmed, or unworthy: start with one practice, put yourself first without apology, and let love—without conditions—do its quiet, steady work.

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t even know what would make me happy,” this episode is your reminder: you are powerful, worthy, and capable of thriving after trauma.

Links & Resources

• Join Women’s Journey to Happiness (FREE, Nov 3–16): series.deniceburyn.com.
• Connect with Denice on Instagram: @happyhandswholistichealing
• Connect with Denice on Facebook: @happyhandshealing
• FREE Energy Clearing Gift (here)
  
  
• Work with Dr Nat / take the Archetype Quiz: (here)

Content note: This episode references abuse, sexual assault, addiction, and grief. Please listen with care.

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Even after healing, many of us still feel the pull to hide — to stay small, quiet, or polished. In this episode, Dr Nat Green explores the fear behind visibility and how Tall Poppy Syndrome keeps so many purpose-driven professionals from standing in their true power.

Full Show Notes:
In this heartfelt solo episode of Growing Tall Poppies: Thrive After Trauma, Dr Nat Green opens up about the moment she realised she was still hiding — sitting at her desk, coffee in hand, ready to share something real… and suddenly feeling her chest tighten.

That tiny hesitation revealed something big: even after deep healing, visibility can still feel unsafe. Why? Because our nervous system remembers what our culture reinforces — and Tall Poppy Syndrome whispers that it’s safer to blend in than to shine.

In this powerful conversation, Nat explores how trauma, nervous-system conditioning, and societal messages combine to keep even the most self-aware leaders playing small. She shares what happens when we lead from the mask, why “performing strength” isn’t true resilience, and how authentic visibility and Integrated Leadership becomes the next step in post-traumatic growth.

You’ll learn:
🌿 The moment Nat recognised she was still protecting herself from being fully seen
💜 How trauma and Tall Poppy Syndrome intertwine to silence authenticity
🔥 The difference between being trauma-informed and trauma-integrated
✨ Three practical tools to feel safe being seen — without oversharing or burnout
🌺 Why your presence, not your perfection, is what transforms others

Whether you’re a coach, therapist, practitioner, or purpose-driven leader, this episode is your reminder that courage isn’t about being fearless — it’s about showing up authentically, even when your body still wants to hide.

🎧 Tune in and rediscover the strength in being seen.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Why visibility still feels scary
03:45 – The “coffee at my desk” moment of truth
08:20 – Trauma, nervous systems & Tall Poppy Syndrome
13:00 – The cost of the mask
17:10 – What it means to lead without the mask
21:00 – Practical tools for safe visibility
24:00 – Closing reflections: The ripple effect of authentic leadership

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If you’ve done the trauma-work, healed the wounds, yet still feel there’s a next layer — this episode is for you. Host Dr Nat Green shares why healing alone isn’t enough.

Healing isn’t the finish line — it’s the doorway.

In this heartfelt solo episode, Dr Nat Green — Trauma Breakthrough Coach, bestselling author, and creator of the ABS Method® and Archetypes of Transformation — shares her own turning point: the moment she realised that trauma recovery doesn’t end with “healing.” It begins with integration.

Join Dr Nat as she explores what it means to lead from wholeness, not wounds — and how trauma-aware coaches, practitioners, and purpose-driven business owners can step into their next evolution of leadership, purpose, and peace.

In this solo episode We dive into:

• Why “healing” can sometimes feel like the finish line, when it’s only the beginning.
• Dr Nat's own moment of realisation — the quiet coffee-by-the-beach moment that changed how she views growth, leadership and purpose.
• What it means to move from recovery to integration — where your nervous system, your identity and your business all align.
• Why healed leadership matters: when you lead from your wholeness, your presence becomes the invitation for others to rise.
• How to spot when you’re still leading from old survival patterns — and how to shift into a more grounded, sustainable way of showing up.

Whether you’re a coach, practitioner, or purpose-driven business owner who’s walked through trauma and is ready for the next chapter — you’ll feel seen, challenged and inspired.

What you’ll walk away with:

• A new lens for your growth: healing → integration → leadership.
• A question to sit with: “Am I leading from my wound or from my wholeness?”
• A reminder that thriving isn’t optional — it’s your next step.
• 🌿 You’ll learn:
  • Why “healing” isn’t the destination but the foundation for growth
  • The difference between being trauma-informed and trauma-integrated
  • What integrated leadership looks like in real life
  • How to recognise when you’re leading from old survival patterns
  • Why your healed self is your most powerful leader
• 🌺 Listen if you’re ready to:
  → Feel more grounded, authentic, and connected to your purpose
  → Build your business or practice from peace instead of pressure
  → Thrive — not just survive — after trauma

Connect with Dr Nat:
Instagram: @drnatgreen
FREE Quiz to discover your Archetype of Transformation (here)
Website: drnataliegreen.com.au

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In this powerful and heart-opening episode of Growing Tall Poppies: Thrive After Trauma, Dr Nat Green sits down with Marta Sauret Greca — entrepreneur, mother of seven, and founder of Whole Truth Communication — to talk about what it really means to rise again after life and business collapse.

Marta shares her remarkable journey from running a high-end marketing agency to losing everything, walking through grief, burnout, and heartbreak — and discovering the beauty of boundaries, faith, and freedom on the other side.

Through honesty, humour, and divine trust, Marta reveals how setting boundaries saved her business, why saying no became her superpower, and how she helps women find “hidden money” and create authentic, soul-aligned success through content that converts.

Whether you’re a coach, practitioner, or purpose-driven business owner navigating your own transformation, this episode will inspire you to believe that everything is figureoutable, and that your “course corrections” are not detours — they’re part of your divine path.

🌱 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

• How Marta turned business collapse and personal loss into spiritual and financial growth
• The link between boundaries, self-worth, and post-traumatic growth
• What it takes to balance entrepreneurship with motherhood (of seven!)
• Why releasing anger and guilt is essential for healing
• How to reframe “failure” as a divine redirection
• The truth about “not having time” — and how to create it instead
• How faith, mindset, and discernment shape lasting success

💖 Connect with Marta Sauret Greca

• Instagram: @martasauretgreca
  @themoneyflowstrategist
• Facebook
• LinkedIn: Marta Sauret Greca

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