The Art of Letting Go: Tori Thompson on Writing, Womanhood, and Self-Expression

In this week’s episode of The Heart Next Door Podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Tori Thompson — a poet, author, and truth-teller whose work reminds us that healing can be both raw and radiant. From her debut collection "Cinnamon and Lightning" to her latest release "It Looked Like Eden", Tori’s poetry invites us to confront our stories with grace, honesty, and courage. In our conversation, we talk about what it means to share our experiences openly, to let art become a safe space for our emotions, and to find freedom in our words. Her words remind us that storytelling is more than art — it’s a pathway to healing.Both "Cinnamon and Lightning" and "It Looked Like Eden" are available on Amazon for purchase. ✨ For every woman learning to release, rediscover, and rise again — this one’s for you.The Heart Next Door Podcast is a safe space for maternal health and family wellness — where stories heal, wisdom is shared, and community is built. Each episode brings together mothers, experts, and changemakers to talk openly about birth, balance, healing, and the beautiful, complex journey of motherhood. 🤍 Learn more at heartnextdoor.com and follow us on socials:Instagram: @heartnextdoorYouTube: @theheartnextdoorTikTok: @heartnextdoor_LinkedIn: The Heart Next DoorFacebook: The Heart Next Door