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Why Spending Time in Nature Makes us Happier and Healthier with Florence Williams

Jun 30, 2023

Florence Williams, a contributing editor at Outside Magazine and author of 'The Nature Fix,' reveals the remarkable benefits of spending time in nature. She discusses how just 15 minutes in a forest can lower cortisol levels and improve emotional well-being. Williams explains the concept of Nature Deficit Disorder, emphasizing that nature can sometimes surpass meditation in promoting mental health. The conversation encourages listeners to reconnect with their surroundings, highlighting the transformative power of natural environments on happiness and creativity.

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The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative

01:38

The Effects of Nature Walking on the Prefrontal Cortex

01:29

The Benefits of Spending Time in Nature

01:25

Intro

2min

Exploring the Dualities of Human Nature

3min

Nature's Healing Power

12min

The Restorative Power of Nature and Personal Connection

5min

Nature's Healing Touch

15min

The Intersection of Science and Intuition in Understanding Nature's Benefits

2min

In this episode, Florence Williams shares the profound benefits of being outdoors and in nature, offering you a fresh perspective on self-care and a path toward increased well-being. Discover the scientific evidence that proves how spending time in nature makes us happier, healthier, and even more creative.

In this episode, you'll be able to...

Recognize the many benefits of spending time in nature and how they're backed by scientific evidence
That 15 minutes in a forest environment can reduce our cortisol levels
Understand the concept of Nature Deficit Disorder as we are consumed with modern-day conveniences
Understand why being in nature can be better than meditation for some people
Learn why it's important to pay closer attention and connect to our surroundings
Discover why spending time in nature affects different parts of the brain
Understand the potent effects that being in nature has on your emotional and mental well-being.
Learn new ways to engage in nature, even in urban landscapes

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