From Hiking My Feelings to ReciprocityRx: Relearning Our Relationship with the Outdoors

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy reconnects with Sydney Williams, founder of Hiking My Feelings, to explore her newest project: ReciprocityRx.What began as a personal healing journey through hiking has evolved into a powerful framework that reframes nature not as a resource to consume, but as a relationship to honor. Sydney shares how time on the trail helped her navigate trauma, chronic illness, and burnout. Plus why prescribing time outdoors without teaching reciprocity puts both people and public lands at risk.ReciprocityRx blends time in nature with stewardship, reflection, and action, offering practical ways to reconnect with the land while giving something back. From Indigenous wisdom to modern healthcare, this conversation offers a new perspective on outdoor wellness, stewardship, and what it means to truly heal with the land, not from it.Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.Tweet us and let us know what you think of this episode! @illuminecollectFind more episodes at www.illuminecollect.com/blogs/life-in-motion-podcastSince 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 255 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.