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2 days ago

Fostering Hope Is Essential to Address Climate Change

Before her passing, she recorded a series of interviews for Netflix in which she encouraged people to have hope, make a difference in the world, and never give up. In those interviews, Jane referred to the serious concerns of climate change and other global challenges we're living through. She reminded us that everyone has a role to play, including being mindful of how our daily actions impact other beings, the planet, and the future.
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2 weeks ago

The Psychological and Emotional Benefits of Getting Outside

Direct contact with nature and ecotherapy restore psychological and emotional well-being, mitigate climate-related anxiety, and should be integrated into clinical treatment planning.
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Can a Hike Change Your Mental State? Research Says Yes

Natural environments produce distinct psychological benefits: mountains boost energy and confidence, forests lower cortisol via parasympathetic activation, and water elevates mood and reduces stress.
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fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Ecopsychology of the Green Burial

Ecopsychology highlights the inherent connection between human psychology and the natural world, suggesting our disconnection leads to widespread mental distress.
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