Wendy Shugar — Speaker, Life Coach, NatureHeals® Founder
Inspiring audiences to regulate, restore, and reconnect through nature, creativity, and truth.
I help people remember who they are. My talks are real, story-rich, and filled with hope. Whether it’s a keynote for educators, a wellness workshop, or a retreat session, I help people slow down, breathe again, and find their way back to what truly matters. Audiences walk away thinking, “If she can do it, maybe I can too.” That’s the goal.
From Burnout to Balance — My Own NatureHeals® Story
I wasn’t “supposed” to build a nature-based coaching brand, lose over 115 pounds, hike 180 miles of the John Muir Trail, or create a movement around healing through nature.
I was supposed to stay small.
But at twelve years old, my grandmother looked me in the eyes and said, “You can be anything you want—if you tell the truth and do the work.”
Since then, I’ve done exactly that.
From single motherhood and entrepreneurship to full-body transformation, I’ve learned that nature doesn’t just heal—it restores purpose, courage, and joy. Today, I teach others to find that same peace, one mindful step at a time.
NatureHeals®: Using Nature to Regulate and Restore Balance
How daily nature connection reduces stress, lowers cortisol, and restores emotional balance—backed by research and simple, actionable practices.
From Burnout to Balance
A motivational talk weaving personal transformation, science-based tools, and humor to show that change is possible at any stage.
Living Your Legacy—Right Now
A heartfelt message on aligning life and work with purpose, accountability, and authenticity.
Nature Practices for Educators & Classrooms
Short, evidence-based activities for student and teacher regulation—perfect for K-12 wellness events.
Creativity, Healing & the HappyArtist® Way
How art, play, and self-expression unlock healing and courage.
WHY EVENT PLANNERS BOOK WENDY
- Real, transparent, and relatable storytelling
- Practical tools audiences can apply the same day
- Aligns with corporate wellness, DEI, and educator initiatives
- Engaging delivery that blends laughter, science, and soul
- Promotes events through NatureHeals® social channels
- Reliable, on-time, and easy to collaborate with
“Wendy’s story stopped the room.
She speaks with such raw honesty that you can’t help but see your own life differently. People left with tears in their eyes and smiles on their faces ready to make changes.”
— K.L., Denver, CO
“Our staff was completely engaged from start to finish.
Wendy has this rare ability to blend humor, science, and heartfelt storytelling. She doesn’t just inspire you for a day — she leaves you with practical tools you can use right away.”
— M.R., Seattle, WA
Yay! What I loved about Wendy’s talk is how it frees up her time to focus on the really important parts of her business (Which is to teach people how to have fun and still get stuff done!) s.c.
“Working with Wendy changed how I see myself.
Her coaching helped me step out of survival mode and into purpose. Every session was grounded, compassionate, and eye-opening. I’ve never felt more confident about my direction.”
— S.J., Austin, TX
“Wendy brings out the truth you’ve been afraid to face and makes it feel possible to grow from it.
Her nature-based approach gave me space to breathe, reflect, and start again with clarity.”
— T.B., Raleigh, NC
My first coaching session with Wendy literally created a life changing shift in me that is nothing short of miraculous. Words cannot express the deep gratitude I feel for her invaluable services.
Thank you! J.R.
“Wendy Shugar and Oregon Happy Hikers is da bomb! Oregon is off the Charts” Wendy Shugar is awesome! Her business is taking people out into nature and coaches them. Check out her website and make an appointment today! Malibu
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Wendy Shugar is a Master Certified Life Coach, founder of NatureHeals®, author, artist, and retreat leader who helps people regulate, restore, and reconnect through nature, creativity, and truth-telling. After losing over 115 pounds and hiking 180 miles of the John Muir Trail, she began speaking nationally about burnout recovery, educator wellness, and living your legacy. Her work blends science, story, and soul to inspire personal and collective healing.
IDEAL AUDIENCES
Corporate & Workplace Wellness
Reduce burnout and build emotional resilience through nature-based awareness and mindful leadership.
In today’s fast-paced work culture, many professionals are operating in constant “go mode” juggling responsibilities, managing stress, and often neglecting their own well-being. Wendy’s NatureHeals® for the Workplace sessions invite employees and leaders to slow down, reconnect, and rebuild balance from the inside out.
Her talks and workshops combine science-backed mindfulness tools, nature-inspired resilience practices, and real stories of transformation to create sustainable change. Participants learn how to regulate their energy, improve focus, and re-engage with purpose both professionally and personally.
Whether she’s leading an executive retreat, a team-building session, or a keynote for wellness week, Wendy delivers a grounded and inspiring message: true productivity begins with emotional balance.
Attendees leave feeling re-centered, empowered, and equipped with simple tools to manage stress and thrive, not just survive at work.
Education & Youth Programs
Empowering educators and students to self-regulate, connect, and thrive through nature-based practices.
Wendy’s programs for schools and educators blend emotional regulation science with simple, nature-based tools that support well-being and classroom connection. Teachers and students alike learn how to ground through mindful movement, sensory awareness, and outdoor reflection.
Her educator wellness sessions emphasize prevention over recovery showing that when teachers restore their own balance, students feel it too.
Whether speaking at a professional development day or leading a nature-based training, Wendy helps schools cultivate calm, focus, and resilience through everyday moments of presence.
Women’s Retreats & Empowerment Events
Helping women reconnect with their truth, rewrite their story, and live their legacy life.
Wendy’s women’s retreats and empowerment talks are a heartfelt invitation to come home to yourself. Drawing from her Ignite Your Legacy Life coaching framework, Wendy guides women to release old patterns, reclaim joy, and remember who they were before the world told them who to be.
Her sessions are part motivation, part meditation, and all empowerment.
Through storytelling, nature practices, and real conversation, she helps participants build confidence, courage, and self-compassion reminding every woman that she is already enough.
Community & Nonprofit Groups
Inspiring connection, compassion, and collective purpose through shared stories and healing in nature.
Community wellness begins with belonging and Wendy’s NatureHeals® approach brings that sense of unity to every talk, workshop, and event.
Her sessions help groups rediscover common ground through personal storytelling, collective mindfulness, and the healing power of nature.
From local nonprofits to wellness fairs and community centers, Wendy tailors each experience to fit the group’s goals whether it’s healing from burnout, strengthening relationships, or building inclusive spaces for growth.
Attendees walk away feeling seen, supported, and inspired to make meaningful impact in their own communities.
Bring NatureHeals® to Your Next Event Keynotes • Workshops • Retreats • Podcast Interviews “You bring the people. I’ll bring the story, the science, and the soul.”
Let’s Create Something Transformative Together
If you’re looking for a speaker who is authentic, encouraging, and grounded in real-life transformation, let’s connect.
Email: NatureHealsSpeaker@gmail.com
Location: Oregon, USA
Available: Nationwide and Virtual
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