Nature
BRAIN HEALTH &
start
Index
Overview
BENEFITS
HOW TO
EXPERIENCE
Why Nature?
Benefits to Mind & Body
What has time in nature meant to you?
Benefits
mental health
Cognition
The restorative benefits of nature also extend to our emotional state:
- Happiness/Subjective Wellbeing
- Sense of Meaning & Purpose
Spending time in nature has been associated with cognitive benefits to:
But Why? Three Hypotheses
Attention Restoration
Stress Reduction
Biophilia
Nature replenishes one’s cognitive resources, restoring concentration & attention abilities.
Spending time in nature triggers biological responses that lowers stress levels.
Innate drive to connect with nature and other forms of life based on developmental history
Recommendations
popular activities
Gardening Connectedness Forest Bathing
Early research recommends at least two hours in nature per week
More remote & biodiverse may be especially helpful
Gardening
Horticulture Therapy
There is a long practice of using gardening activities to promote healing and well-being. Benefits may include Whether a small balcony garden or a backyard, gardening is a versatile activity adaptable to various spaces and individual preferences.
- Creative Expression
- Mindfulness
- Nutrition
- Physical Activity
- Social Interaction
- Environmental Stewardship
- Connection to Nature's Cycles
Shinrin-Yoku
Forest Bathing
Small Connections
The amount of time in nature isn’t all that counts— even small, routine ways connections to the natural world make a difference.What do you think about the following statements:
- I take notice of wildlife wherever I am
- I often feel a sense of oneness with the natural world around me
- my personal welfare is dependent on the welfare of the natural world
People who feel that their self-concept is intertwined with nature report being a bit happier. It may not be the biggest predictor of happiness, but the link is quite consistent.”
Dr. John Zelensky
Starting Small
Take Notice of Nature
Find things you can see, hear, taste, smell or touch. For example, grass under your feet or the feeling of wind and sunlight.
Outdoor Activites
Set up a birdfeeder. Eat a meal outside. Watch the stars. Take photos of nature. Exercise outdoors. In Austin , the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center & Zilker Nature Preserve are particularly accessible!
Bring Nature Indoors
Grow an herb garden, collect natural materials or listen to nature sounds. Place a chair near the window.
Give It a Try!
Thanks!
Happy explorations!
Sources
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3393816/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8125471/
https://www.britannica.com/science/biophilia-hypothesis
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aax0903
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-019-00118-6
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Nature
BRAIN HEALTH &
start
Index
Overview
BENEFITS
HOW TO
EXPERIENCE
Why Nature?
Benefits to Mind & Body
What has time in nature meant to you?
Benefits
mental health
Cognition
The restorative benefits of nature also extend to our emotional state:
Spending time in nature has been associated with cognitive benefits to:
But Why? Three Hypotheses
Attention Restoration
Stress Reduction
Biophilia
Nature replenishes one’s cognitive resources, restoring concentration & attention abilities.
Spending time in nature triggers biological responses that lowers stress levels.
Innate drive to connect with nature and other forms of life based on developmental history
Recommendations
popular activities
Gardening Connectedness Forest Bathing
Early research recommends at least two hours in nature per week
More remote & biodiverse may be especially helpful
Gardening
Horticulture Therapy
There is a long practice of using gardening activities to promote healing and well-being. Benefits may include Whether a small balcony garden or a backyard, gardening is a versatile activity adaptable to various spaces and individual preferences.
Shinrin-Yoku
Forest Bathing
Small Connections
The amount of time in nature isn’t all that counts— even small, routine ways connections to the natural world make a difference.What do you think about the following statements:
People who feel that their self-concept is intertwined with nature report being a bit happier. It may not be the biggest predictor of happiness, but the link is quite consistent.”
Dr. John Zelensky
Starting Small
Take Notice of Nature
Find things you can see, hear, taste, smell or touch. For example, grass under your feet or the feeling of wind and sunlight.
Outdoor Activites
Set up a birdfeeder. Eat a meal outside. Watch the stars. Take photos of nature. Exercise outdoors. In Austin , the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center & Zilker Nature Preserve are particularly accessible!
Bring Nature Indoors
Grow an herb garden, collect natural materials or listen to nature sounds. Place a chair near the window.
Give It a Try!
Thanks!
Happy explorations!
Sources
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3393816/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8125471/
https://www.britannica.com/science/biophilia-hypothesis
https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aax0903
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10902-019-00118-6