Nature Unplugged Podcast

What can we learn from the Amish way of life? More than you may think. In this episode we explore the practice of Engaged Living and why it is more important now than ever. Also, Sonya is back in the mix as co-host and we look at some upcoming events and adventures in store for Nature Unplugged…including our retreat to Peru in May!

In this episode we speak with Monica Stapleton about her work as a Marriage and Family Therapist and in creating support groups for parents. We explore the importance of building community and the importance of practicing ‘Trustful Living’ in the digital age.

In this episode we speak with the co-founders of Gr8ful Connections, Heather Dugdale and Stephanie Kowack. We explore the power of gratitude, the importance of being connected with your local community, and about the wonderful work they are doing with their organization.

In this episode we speak with Julie Chambers, founder of Rios Music Project. We know that music improves brain health and function in many ways and that it’s just plain good for us. We’re going to talk about the work she does and explore the benefits of creativity and music for individuals and families in the digital age.

In this episode we speak with Jontue Koff founder of At Play Occupational Therapy Services. We explore the power of movement and play and why it’s so important for you and your family.

In this episode we speak with Dr. Lorri Sulpizio. Dr. Sulpizio is Director of the Conscious Leadership Academy at the University of San Diego. We explore leadership and how to be a more effective team (or family) in the digital age.

In this episode we speak with Dr. Larry Rosen. Dr. Rosen is a research psychologist with specialties in multitasking, social networking, generational differences, parenting, child and adolescent development, and neuropsychology, and is recognized as an international expert in the "Psychology of Technology."

In this episode we speak with Linda Vazin about the power of our breath. Linda has been working with alternative healing modalities for the past 35 years. We explore a variety of breath practices and why breath work is so important (especially in this digital age which is often fast-paced and full of distraction).

Is over connection to technology and disconnection from nature a technical problem, an adaptive challenge, or both? In this episode we explore our relationship with technology and nature from an adaptive leadership perspective.

In this episode we explore FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) and how embracing the idea of missing out or JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out) can be a wonderful shift in perspective.

In this episode we speak with Alexa Mendes about her recent book #Unsubscribed: How I am thriving in high school without social media (and you can, too).

In this episode we share some highlights from our recent road trip and tips for taking an awesome adventure...on a budget.

What’s the right dose of nature? In this episode we explore how much nature time is enough to get the benefits. Is it better to have lots of little nature experiences or fewer longer nature experiences? Or, both?

In this episode we talk with artist, musician, and all around amazing dude, Matt Lamkin, and explore the role nature and wellness plays in his creativity process. Be sure and check him out on Spotify.

Many parents share that they feel overwhelmed when it comes to helping their children have healthy relationships with the technology surrounding them. In this episode we explore this topic and share some helpful advice we've come across recently.

Join us for a conversation about the digital (fast, high-tech) and analog (old school, authentic, nostalgic) items in our lives and the role they play. We'll exam questions like: Do you prefer your kindle or a physical book? Is high-tech always better? Why is analog making a come-back?

In this episode we have the privilege of connecting with Dr. Mark Kalina. We explore his 30 years of experience in medicine and how nature and technology play a role in his life and work.Dr. Mark Kalina did his training in Internal Medicine at UCSD during the AIDS era (before real treatment was available) while also ravenously studying and actively incorporating psychology, spirituality and integrative medicine in all its forms and fashions over the past 30 years, he has a burning passion to help bring a new consciousness to medicine, primary care, health and healing. He currently work at Pacific Pearl in La Jolla where they are revolutionizing primary and secondary health care by means of an integrative team approach. His other projects of passion include group-based interventions for chronic illness care and reversal and improving the end-of-life experience. Dr. Kalina’s vision is and has been for 3 decades to change the paradigm of medicine to one based in love, oneness and internal power.  SHOW NOTES:Dr. Mark Kalina bioCREDITS:Intro and Outro Song: The Soft Pack - Mexico

Who inspires you in work and in life? In this episode we share about some of the people who’ve inspired us in our work with Nature Unplugged. We take a look at who they are and why they’ve had such an impact on our lives both personally and professionally.

In this episode we explore mindset: what it is and why it plays such a critical role in our day to day lives. We also look at how fixed and growth mindsets relate to our relationships with nature and technology.

What does effective leadership look like to you? At Nature Unplugged, we believe that the person you are is the leader you are. In this episode we explore leadership and why it plays such an important role across all areas of our lives.