Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors
Health & Fitness:Mental Health
In this episode, Will talks with Bryn Lottig who shares her compelling journey from an aspiring pilot changed by 9/11 to a pioneering force in the field of outdoor experiential education. Through her personal experiences with adversity, including a challenging childhood and a transformative experience with Outward Bound, Bryn discovered her passion for the outdoors and its profound impact on personal development. This realization led her to pursue a career that not only embraces adventure but also utilizes it as a tool for fostering social and emotional growth in individuals.
Bryn co-founded Kikori, a digital platform that epitomizes her commitment to democratizing experiential education. Kikori aims to bridge the gap between outdoor activities and educational curricula, providing educators and students alike with access to resources that promote social and emotional learning through adventure. The platform reflects Bryn's belief in the power of community and collaboration, featuring thousands of activities contributed by hundreds of educators, designed to cater to a diverse range of needs from early childhood education to corporate team building.
"No Child Left Inside," Bryn's new book, encapsulates her vision for integrating character development into education via outdoor experiential learning. The book serves as both a memoir and a guide, offering insights into the science behind experiential learning, practical activities, and the personal stories that inspired Bryn's work. Through her narrative, Bryn advocates for a shift in educational paradigms, emphasizing the importance of equipping the next generation with the resilience, empathy, and leadership skills needed to navigate the challenges of the 21st century. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of the outdoors and its essential role in shaping confident, compassionate individuals.
155: Dr. Thomas Doherty: Ecopsychology Researcher, Therapist and Podcaster
154: Trauma and Wilderness Therapy
153: The Legacy of Adam Tsapis
152: Dr. Madolyn Liebing, Clinical Director of Legacy Outdoor Adventures and Juniper Recovery Center for Women
151: Dawn McCord, author of "Chasing Carson: A Family's Journey through Adolescence, Addiction and Recovery"
150: How is the Wilderness Therapy Field Changing?
149: Tami Ann, author of "A Wilderness Journey: The Story of a Teen’s Road to Healing"
148: After Wilderness Therapy
147: Learning differences and Wilderness Therapy
146: Margo Kelly, Course Leader/Therapist at True North
145: Jamila Minnifield: Primary Therapist at First Light Wilderness Therapy
144: How to get Insurance Reimbursement for Wilderness Therapy
143: Financial Help for Wilderness Therapy Treatment, Part 2
142: Financial Help for Wilderness Therapy Treatment, Part 1
141: Philip Stallard, Founder of New Wave Wild Project in Ireland
140: Harpa Erlendsdottir: Manager of the Icelandic Adventure Therapy Association.
139: Andy Hardie: Clinical Manager at Venture Trust in the United Kingdom
138: Cindy Ross, author of "Walking Toward Peace-Veterans Healing on America's Trails"
137: Jorge Venceslau, Co-founder of Age of Discoveries in Portugal.
136: Dr. Virginie Gargano, Founder of Dehors and Professor of Social Work
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