If you had to survive in the wild, what would you take? What if the answer was nothing and you had to do it all alone? Do you have what it takes...mind, body and spirit? Dr. Nicole Apelian knows that feeling. So much so, that it's been documented twice during her time on the wilderness survival show, "Alone". But just because this herbalist, biologist and anthropologist has a very special set of survival skills, doesn't mean living life in nature was void of challenges. But just because this herbalist, biologist and anthropologist has a very special set of survival skills, doesn't mean living life in nature was void of challenges. On this episode of HIListically Speaking, get to know Nicole as she explores the healing power of nature. What she learned from life in the wild. From deep in the woods of Victoria Island and Mongolia to living among the Bushman and across the Kalahari Desert. How documenting her journey on television gave her more perspective about healing and finding balance in her own backyard. Plus, she answers listeners questions about everything from medicinal mushrooms and loneliness to the power of connection and preserving cultural heritage. Connect with Dr. Apelian to find out more about her books, Nicole's Apothecary, how to manage MS and what her next wild adventure will be: https://www.nicoleapelian.com/ https://nicolesapothecary.com/ https://www.nicoleapelian.com/blog/manage-multiple-sclerosis/ You can also find her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_apelian/ https://www.facebook.com/nicoleapeliansurvival https://twitter.com/NicoleApelian https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleapelian/ Loved this podcast episode, subscribe and let us know how we're doing with a rating/review wherever you're doing your listening. And share it with someone you know would enjoy the conversation. If you're ready to turn survive into thrive in your own life, reach out to Hilary and HUG it Out with her and learn holistic ways to be kind to your mind. https://hilaryrusso.as.me/hugitout HIListically Speaking with Hilary RussoCreated/Hosted by Hilary Russo Edited by David Sais Music by Lipbone Redding Recorded on SquadCast (Free 7 Day Trial) Connect with HilaryInstagram: @HilaryRusso Twitter: @HilaryRusso Facebook: @HilaryRusso TikTok @hilisticallyspeaking Website: www.hilaryrusso.com