Nature of Wellness ™️ Podcast

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Dr. Seuss once said, “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.”  The end of season one??? Can it possibly be true? We are completely humbled by the response to our first season of this podcast. We began this project with one goal in mind: to celebrate humanity and how we embrace the natural world.    Welcome to Episode Twenty-Five o...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. We have explored barriers to spending time in nature multiple times on the show. Many of our guests have organically spoken to many different reasons that we do not access the natural world. Most of these barriers have been external (accessibility, cost, wildlife, etc.) Millions of people across the United States face barriers when accessing natur...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode.  We often speak about how nature provides many benefits across all dimensions of well-being, which can have a long-term impact.  Introducing children to different aspects of the natural world can help them in multiple aspects of their development and growth. Time in nature has been shown to boost creativity, enhance curiosity, increase empathy and...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. The global demand for wellness is rapidly expanding. Health care costs, challenges to our well-being (mental, physical, social, and spiritual, and loneliness are on the rise.  The need for innovative and holistic wellness solutions is more important than ever before. This is especially true in the workplace. Worksite wellness programs are a popula...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Mark presented a session at the National Wellness Conference last week about the healing effects of nature for increased well-being. He stated that “Nature was the first physician, the first grocery store, the first religion, and the first teacher.” We are always amazed at the many lessons available to us just by stepping outside the front door. ...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. When we think of stress, we often focus on only the negative aspects.  We have all undoubtedly seen reports that show 75%-90% of all medical visits can be linked to stress-related conditions, ailments, and/or concerns. Thousands of books, programs, workshops, and videos focus on helping us deal with the scary parts of stress.  But…stress also help...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Music has always been an essential aspect of the human experience. Throughout our development as a species, music has had the power to influence society and culture in countless ways.  Music has been shown to impact our health and well-being by positively influencing mood, reducing anxiety, lowering blood pressure,  as well as improving sleep qual...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. One of our favorite topics to talk about is transition.  The dictionary defines transition as “a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc., to another” (Webster’s Dictionary, 2023). This is a bare-bones, foundational understanding of the concept.  Transition is one of the universal truths of the human experience. Just for a moment, thin...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Every episode of the show has been extremely special and personally meaningful.  Today’s interview  covers a few topics that have (or will) impact us all in some way… cancer, caregiving, and compassion.  According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 1,958,310 new cancer cases and 609,820 cancer deaths are projected to occur in the United...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Every guest on our show so far has mentioned the concepts of wonder and awe in some way to describe the importance of the natural world to our health and well-being. Scientists and philosophers have focused on the power of wonder for many years, with some referring to it as “the hallmark of the human species.” A few hundred years ago, renowned Fre...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to create a bit of a different show today. This episode covers a few topics that are near and dear to our hearts, mental health, and suicide awareness. We have both been profoundly impacted by each, personally and professionally.  Welcome to Episode Fifteen of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.  We...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. A central theme in our show is that “Wellness and nature are for all.” Nature is the great equalizer. It does not care about any of the labels that we use to divide and disconnect from one another.  We continue to use this platform to discuss the many barriers to accessing nature, which we hope will continue to be points of focus in policy and pra...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Nature teaches us through stories if we choose to listen. One powerful example is the interconnectedness of all things. We are all part of an ever-changing, dynamic ecosystem.  As humans, we often feel as though we are separate from the natural world and from one another, especially in a society that focuses on more and faster personal progress. ...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Active Duty Military members and Veterans of military service will always hold a special place for both of us.  We have a rich background of service, either in defending our nation and/or serving those who do. Doing so will continue to be one of our greatest honors and biggest passions. Veterans face unique challenges, born of challenging circumst...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Mindfulness is a topic that has gained much momentum in recent years.  It is a topic that is near and dear to both of our hearts and a cornerstone of our professional work.  Mindfulness does not have to be complex, mystical, or challenging. By definition, mindfulness is simply being purposefully present in the moment without judgment.  There is no...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. More people are recreating in nature than ever before. Park utilization is at a record high. With those increased numbers comes a significant strain on the natural world. We have been very open and honest with our environmental ethics. Both of us feel that the idea of minimally impacting nature helps preserve it and help nature help us increase ou...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Living a healthy lifestyle does not have to be difficult. We all know that we should eat well, exercise regularly, learn to manage emotions, and get quality sleep to be well.   Sounds simple, right? We also know that life happens. Our careers, families, health, and financial situations can force us to change our focus.  Sometimes we need a strong...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Mental Health is a topic that we hear about daily, in headlines and on social media. Mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States.  We all know someone impacted by challenges to their mental health and well-being, maybe even ourselves.  One of the significant contributors to the “mental health crisis” we face i...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. We are going to tell you something that you already know.  Our lives are made up of many different parts and each of us is quite different. It just stands to reason that the way we approach our overall health should be just as unique.  Our modern healthcare system can sometimes get labeled as impersonal, quick to rely on pharmaceutical treatments,...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. I have never met a single human who did not equate nature with beauty.  " Personal care and beauty" is the largest area of expenditure in the global wellness economy.  Welcome to Episode Six of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.  On today’s episode we sat down with Jennifer Walsh,  a true visionary and architect of the beauty, wellness and...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Let me ask you a straightforward question…Do you like food?  WHO DOESN’T???  Food is one of the cornerstones of human life- not just for survival but as a communal and cultural foundation.  During the winter months, it is often easy to develop an unhealthy relationship with food. The cold weather, the holiday season, the increased amounts of sugar...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. During the winter months, we sometimes overlook important parts of our health and wellbeing. We struggle with eating habits, earlier sunsets, and being away from those we care about most.  If you have ever struggled during this time of year, you WON'T want to miss this interview.  In this episode we are excited to be joined by Dr. Mark Pettus...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Welcome to Episode 3 of the Nature of Wellness Podcast.  In our very first guest episode, we are excited to be joined by National Wellness Institute CEO Chuck Gillespie. Join us as we dive into Chuck’s incredible background,  discuss what wellness truly is, and how time spent in the natural world can increase our health and well-being.  Please sub...

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Welcome to Episode 2 of the Nature of Wellness Podcast.  In this "Who are we?" episode Dr. Campbell interviews cohost Steve Otero about his military service, utilizing nature as a form of healing and transition from the military, his current educational and career wellness pursuits, and his remarkable relationship with the natural world....

We'd love to hear from you about this episode. Welcome to the first episode of the Nature of Wellness Podcast.  In this "Who are we?" episode Steve interviews Dr. Campbell about his lifelong relationship with nature, his performance and wellness background with some of the most elite individuals on the planet, and his motivations behind creating the Nature of Wellness company and pod...