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More of us spent time outdoors during the pandemic — 

. It turns out that was probably good for our mental and physical health. 

A growing body of research shows what many of us long knew — interactions with the natural world can lower our stress and promote well-being.  Walking in natural environments can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve sleep. Even just listening to running water or looking at pictures of a forest can provide some health benefits. 

Host Angela Davis talks to the founder of a nature-based therapeutics program and a holistic health practitioner about how nature is central to their healing work. 

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Need some zen from nature?

Forest bathing and Spring Lake Regional Park

Zen meditation and the North Shore

Minnehaha Falls on a cold November morning

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When you’re stressed or anxious do you go for a walk in the woods? Or do you garden or kayak? Host Angela Davis talks about the healing benefits of nature with the founder of a nature-based therapeutics program, a holistic health practitioner and therapist who sees clients outdoors. 

MPR News with Angela Davis - When you’re stressed or anxious do you go for a walk in the woods? Or do you garden or kayak? Host Angela Davis talks to the founder of a nature-based therapeutics program and a holistic health practitioner about the healing benefits of nature.

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