“Please convey to Heidi what a beautiful interview this is. She has an extraordinary capacity to listen and get to the heart of the matter. It is concise and true and it is an honor not only to appear in your pages once again, but to engage with Heidi whom I respect greatly.”
— Terry Tempest Williams, author of Erosion, Essays of Undoing,
When Women Were Birds, and many more
“Thank you for the article “Respect and Protect.” Heidi Wachter’s prose was so vivid I felt I could see and feel what she was experiencing. It definitely made me want to visit Bears Ears National Monument.”
— Charlie H., Experience Life magazine reader
I just read your article on neurodiversity in relationships, and I found it so useful. I found it very relevant, written with compassion, and a nice balance of anecdotes supported by expert input. I especially appreciated that you acknowledged the different types of pain each member can feel when communication breaks down in neurodiverse relationships with a non-judgmental tone and that there were concrete strategies and sparks for moving forward. It really is a topic sorely lacking in attention. There are so many times I’ve gone looking for wisdom on this subject and come up short. I’m grateful “neurodiversity” is something we have so much more knowledge about now compared to even 5 years ago. What an incredible tool for understanding our brains and the brains of those we love! Thank you for helping to fill in some of the gaps.”
— Lauren P
“Heidi is a supremely talented writer-editor. She has a wise, finely tuned mind, and a huge, purpose-driven heart and soul. I have worked with Heidi in various roles over the past 20 years (since I hired her as an editor at Experience Life). I still happily work with her as a freelancer/collaborator whenever I get the chance. Take a look at her work, and you’ll see why. :) With a wide range of topical expertise (from health and nature to craft beer, music, and pets) and a far-reaching curiosity about almost everything, Heidi makes a great content creation and strategy partner across all platforms.”
— Pilar Gerasimo, Experience Life founding editor, The Living Experiment co-host, and
author of Healthy Deviant: How to Be Healthy in an Unhealthy World.
“You will be so missed on this team, and especially by me!! You have taught me so much over the past year and helped me grow as a professional in the health content creation space. Thank you for all of the time, heart, and thought you put into your work and in helping us all grow. HCTP wouldn't be what it is today without your dedication, and I am forever grateful to have shared this time and project with you.”
— Amy S., Director of Instructional Design,
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
“You touched our hearts, and we will always remember you.”
— Writers and Content Team
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
“When we didn’t know what to say or how to say it, you always did.”
— Sheri V., MPH, RD, LDN, INHC, Health Curriculum Manager
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
“You are such a pleasure to work with and I appreciate your (always) rapid replies.”
— Laurie Hofman, Partner
Ovation Lab
“Heidi is one of the most talented writers I've known in 20 years as a creative pro. In my time at Experience Life magazine, she was a staff writer. An agile (tough as nails and equally compassionate) journalist and team player - direct, creative, and true to her craft.
Her impressive portfolio speaks for itself, from cover stories to innovations to breaking news. Heidi is a storyteller who shares critical and valuable insights into health, wellness, functional medicine, and fitness in a way only her expertise and knowledge can bring. Thank you Heidi, I enjoyed my time working with you so much!”
— Darby L., Visual Arts Educator
“You’re a great writer with really novel ways of looking at a thing and making it into a story. We need stories right now for so many reasons. In your articles and poems, you always find a path to lead your readers forward.”
— Paula K.
“Heidi’s ability to weave evocative storytelling with valuable information is extraordinary; I guarantee her sustainability pieces (among others!) will bring you to tears.”
— Molly T., Associate Editor, Experience Life
“I enjoyed Heidi Wachter’s article “Let the Good Times Roll” in your July/August 2018 issue. I was born and raised in Berlin (first living near Airport Tempelhof and later next to the wall near Checkpoint Charlie), and Wachter was truly able to capture Berlin and the history it has to offer. The story took me back to my hometown and to the places she mentioned.”
— Ann H., Experience Life magazine reader.
“If you’re the same Heidi who writes for Experience Life magazine, I really enjoy your writing and work.”
— Brooke A.
“Thank you so much for your article (“CAFO Conundrum”). I was born in 1965, and remember seeing Diet for a Small Planet around the house in the early 1970s, contributing to my decision to give up meat at age 11. I hope to share your article with a friend.”
— Mark H.