Want to Have Better Health? Science Says Connect with Nature

Now that summer is here, you might want to head to a nearby forest if you can, go for a nice hike, or visit a park/garden that is surrounded by a lot of trees and greenery. You might already know this intuitively, but studies have consistently shown that when you spend more time out in nature, you feel more alive. Published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology, past and present studies conclude that getting out and connecting with nature is better for feeling rejuvenated than reaching for your proverbial cup of coffee. The findings are very important for both mental and physical health. Research has shown that people with a greater sense of vitality don’t just have more energy for things they want to do, they are also more resilient to physical illnesses and particular stressors. One of the pathways to health may be to spend more time in natural settings, as many studies note. The idea of getting out in nature to improve our spirits and therefore our physical health goes hand in hand with nature deficit disorder — the diminished use of our senses, with difficulty in attention, and higher rates of illness associated with an estrangement from nature, from the real world. Past studies have even shown that we’re even kinder towards others when we feel in-touch with the natural world around us. Most of us can sense that taking a walk in a forest, or a nature like path is good for us. We take a break from the rush of our daily lives. We enjoy the beauty an...
Source: World of Psychology - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Alternative and Nutritional Supplements Brain and Behavior Habits Health-related Mental Health and Wellness Mindfulness Calm Fourth Of July Nature Present Moment Relaxation Source Type: blogs