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Why Spending Time in Nature Makes us Happier and Healthier with Florence Williams
The One You Feed
Effects of Nature Walks on the Brain and Mental Health
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A study from Stanford discovered that walking in nature reduces activity in the brain's worry center. The study found that participants who walked in a city park had decreased activation in the sub-genual prefrontal cortex, which is associated with negative thinking and depression. However, the question remains as to where this reduced activation is redirected. Theories suggest that it may be going to brain regions associated with long-term thinking, empathy, compassion, and self-reflection. This study highlights the importance of taking time away from technology to focus on introspection and personal growth.
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