Send us a Message to connect

In this week's episode of Growing Tall Poppies, host Dr Nat Green sits down for a heartfelt and deeply authentic conversation, with Mr Paul Watson. They dive into the emotional journey of navigating trauma, grief, and post-traumatic growth through the eyes of a Carer.

Paul Watson is a devoted husband to wife Bron, and father to 5 boys ranging in age from 16 to 26 years.
In this touching episode, we hear his carer's perspective on the daily challenges, small victories, and deep connection that come with supporting a loved one through trauma and adversity. Paul shares how he learned to make every day count and how their experiences have inspired the creation of The Serenity Project — a space for hope, connection, and healing.

Paul shares openly about the reality of sitting with tough emotions, the layers of healing that unfold over time, and the personal attributes that have helped him navigate this path and move forward — including the importance of self-awareness, learning, and conscious decision-making.

We explore the myth of "resilience," the realities of unhealthy coping mechanisms like alcohol, and how self-development becomes a critical tool for navigating a difficult path.

Paul also shares how he and his family have made intentional choices to live fully, travel, and embrace life despite uncertainty.
At the heart of today's episode is the introduction of The Serenity Project — an inspiring new movement aiming to support carers and families navigating the chaos of cancer and the medical system by providing emotional and practical resources alongside treatment pathways to assist in finding an inner peace and "healing".
Key Takeaways

• The reality of processing big emotions after trauma
• Why healing is like peeling layers of an onion
• Key personal traits that support post-traumatic growth
• The overuse (and misunderstanding) of the word "resilience"
• Honest reflections on alcohol as a coping strategy
• The importance of conscious living: "If you want to do it, go and do it!"
• Creating meaning and making every day count
• The birth of The Serenity Project

Whether you're in a similar role, opr supporting someone who is, this episode is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand the carer's journey and discover ways to find balance amidst the challenges.
Stay tuned — details and ways to get involved will be shared soon !

If this episode resonates with you then I'd love for you to hit SUBSCRIBE so you can keep updated with each new episode as soon as it's released and we'd be most grateful if you would give us a RATING as well. You can also find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drnatgreen/ or on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DrNatalieGreen
Intro and Outro music: Inspired Ambient by Playsound.
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.