Wild By Nature: Stories of Human Connection To The Wild

What happens when we stop rushing through nature—and finally allow ourselves to truly experience it? In this episode of  Wild by Nature , Dr. Vian Sharif speaks with renowned forest therapy guide and author  Amos Clifford , founder of the  Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) , about the transformative practice of  forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku)  and the growing science behind nature con...

LONDON CLIMATE ACTION WEEK SPECIAL EPISODE As leaders, investors, scientists, and policymakers gather for London Climate Action Week ( https://www.londonclimateactionweek.org ), Wild by Nature explores one of the most important questions of our time: What if nature isn't separate from the economy—but the foundation of it? In this episode, Dr. Vian Sharif sits down with Marc Palahí, CEO of the Circ...

What if your relationship with nature could reshape not only your wellbeing—but how you lead, invest, and make decisions? In this episode of Wild by Nature, Dr. Vian Sharif sits down with Jenna Nicholas to explore a powerful idea: nature is not separate from us—it's a teacher, a guide, and a partner in how we live and build. Jenna shares a simple but profound shift: seeing nature as a friend. From...

What if improving your mental health, reducing stress, and strengthening your immune system didn't start in a clinic—but in nature? In this episode of Wild by Nature, host Vian Sharif explores the science behind nature as medicine with Gary Evans, co-founder of The Forest Bathing Institute and a leading voice in nature-based health research. Drawing from global studies and real-world programs, thi...

Can spending time in nature improve focus, reduce stress, and boost mental health? Research says yes. In this episode of Wild by Nature , host Vian Sharif speaks with Marc Berman , Chair of Psychology at University of Chicago and author of Nature and the Mind , about how nature impacts the brain, attention, and overall wellbeing. Discover how environmental neuroscience shows that even short exposu...

In a world driven by constant noise, speed, stress, and disconnection, Wild By Nature explores a quieter but increasingly urgent question: What happens when humans reconnect with the natural world? Hosted by Vian Sharif, Wild By Nature is a thought-provoking podcast exploring how nature shapes our mental health, creativity, identity, wellbeing, leadership, and sense of belonging. Through deeply hu...