
12. Listen to how nature and the countryside heals body and mind
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Healing Through Nature: A Personal Journey
Exploring the therapeutic benefits of nature on mental health, this chapter delves into personal experiences and scientific research on the positive impact of spending time outdoors among trees and greenery. Discussing the practice of forest bathing, the chapter highlights how being in natural surroundings can lower stress hormones, improve mood, and trigger biochemical responses in the body. From recommending nature walks as a form of treatment for depression to emphasizing the calming effects of plant oils, the chapter underscores the importance of reconnecting with the natural world for mental well-being.
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