Good morning! Photo by Mandy Henry on Unsplash Trees, they can help us: A thriving urban forest can plant the seed of wellness in the minds and hearts of people navigating the dense brush of mental illness. In 2022, a CNN poll found that 90% of Americans believed the U.S. was experiencing a mental health crisis. Unfortunately, the data backs it up. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness,
I had no idea about the sharp and fast decline in the church in Scotland.
As to the information on nature, I have learned much from Richard Louv who has also emphasized this in his books "Last Child In The Woods" and "Vitamin N." I had the opportunity to attend a training with a Harvard Researcher on the benefits of being in a state of awe, which for many occurs in nature. It strengthened my worship of God as Creator. It lowers our heart rate and blood pressure, improves our immune system, and much more. (Benefits you identified in Meanderings). Especially enjoyed this today. Thank you.
Always appreciate your meanderings . The first one was spot on about mental health and trees 🌳 🌲
I had no idea about the sharp and fast decline in the church in Scotland.
As to the information on nature, I have learned much from Richard Louv who has also emphasized this in his books "Last Child In The Woods" and "Vitamin N." I had the opportunity to attend a training with a Harvard Researcher on the benefits of being in a state of awe, which for many occurs in nature. It strengthened my worship of God as Creator. It lowers our heart rate and blood pressure, improves our immune system, and much more. (Benefits you identified in Meanderings). Especially enjoyed this today. Thank you.