Walk with Owen Wiseman: Nature, Health, and the Systems We Live In

What if nature isn't simply good for us—but foundational to human health and wellbeing? In this episode of ROOTED, I sit down with naturopathic doctor and NatureQuant advisor Dr. Owen Wiseman to explore the growing evidence connecting nature exposure to better physical health, mental wellbeing, resilience, and quality of life. But this conversation goes beyond individual health habits. Together, we explore how cities, healthcare systems, schools, workplaces, and communities are shaped by access to nature—and what happens when generations become disconnected from the natural world. Owen introduces concepts like environmental generational amnesia and shifting baseline syndrome, explains how nature prescriptions are being integrated into healthcare in Canada, and makes a compelling case for viewing nature not as a luxury, but as essential infrastructure. If we are nature, what are the consequences of designing lives and systems that keep us apart from it? This conversation invites us to think differently about health, wellbeing, and the role nature plays in helping both people and communities thrive. Resources Mentioned NatureQuant NatureDose App PARX – Canada's Nature Prescription Program Shifting Baseline Syndrome Environmental Generational Amnesia Connect with Dr. Owen Wiseman Website: https://www.owenwiseman.com NatureQuant: https://naturequant.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/owen-wiseman/ Connect with Rooted Visit Rooted online for episode notes, reflections, and additional resources: https://www.rootedsoulliving.com/rooted-podcast Connect with Susan Morgan Bailey: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanmbailey/