In this episode of Radio Somanaut, host Whitney Dawn Pyles welcomes Nathan Blair, founder of The Somatic School. What begins as a celebration of and deep dive into The Somatic School’s recent honour from the ICF (International Coaching Federation) quickly evolves into a deeper exploration of the recognition’s roots and a celebration of the contributions of Somanauts. Nathan and Whitney dive into the threads that connect us, the ripple effects of somatic coaching on individuals and society, and how Somanauts are helping to bridge a fundamental divide that has impacted helping professions to this point. 

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Whether you’re a seasoned coach, curious about somatics, or seeking inspiration, this episode celebrates the impact of collective effort and the growing momentum behind somatic approaches.

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Chapters: 

00:00 Introduction and Opening the Space

04:42 Celebrating the Somatic School's Recognition

13:00 The Evolution of Somatic Approaches in Coaching

22:18 Grounding in Evidence, Science, and Experience

27:18 True to Coaching, True to Somatics

32:50 Bridging Worlds in Coaching

37:08 Common Community Threads

44:43 The Ripple Effect of Somatic Work

55:08 Re-evaluating the Cartesian Mind-Body Split

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