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Thisbookletisheretoguideyoutoexploreand connectwithnaturearoundyou.Eventhoughcity naturemayseemlessimpressivethanvast landscapes,noticingandengagingwithitthrough yoursenseshasscientificallyprovenmentaland physicalhealthbenefits.
Whyisnaturegoodforyou?
Research shows that interacting with nature reduces stress, improves concentration, memory, mood, and strengthens the immune system. Simply being in nature activates our bodys ‘rest and digest’ system, promoting better sleep and overall well-being.
In the UK, people spend 80-90% of their time indoors. While the NHS recommends at least 20 minutes of daily nature exposure, it’s not just about the duration but how you engage with nature Using your senses to appreciate your surroundings allows you to feel connected and present
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Start by finding a patch of nearby nature in the city - a park with trees, a tree-lined street, garden or view from a balcony or window.
You can use this booklet anywhere that allows you to take a break from the concrete and immerse yourself in a little green. Whether you have 1 minute, 5 minutes or 20 minutes.
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Take this opportunity to slow things down, walk slower than you usually would, stop and take in the natural elements around you.
Follow your curiosities and explore the nature around you, notice the things and phenomena taking place around you. It doesnt matter if you don’t get anywhere, you are simply engaging with what's around you.
This slow pace can offer a refreshing break from the rapid pace of work and the city.
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