Episode 90 Becoming Wildly Resilient Practice: Environmental Well-Being
Listen as host Amy Rodquist-Kodet, a health coach with UK HR Health and Wellness, explores the science behind environmental wellness, showing how connecting with nature reduces stress, improves focus and boosts mood. Learn five simple, research-backed practices—from mindful walks and "green" micro-breaks to nature sounds and getting your hands dirty—that you can easily incorporate into your life to cultivate resilience and feel more grounded.
Each month, Amy will explain a new practice you can try to build your resilience and thrive more; thanks for listening and happy practicing!
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Key Takeaways:
- Human well-being (physical, mental, emotional) is deeply interconnected with the natural world. Science confirms this link, showing nature's power to restore balance within us.
- Improve well-being through simple, research-backed nature practices. Accessible actions like mindful walks, viewing plants or nature scenes, listening to natural sounds or even gardening can significantly boost health.
- Engaging with nature provides concrete benefits for health and resilience. These include scientifically proven outcomes like reduced stress, improved focus and memory, better mood regulation and a stronger sense of connection.
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