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Episode 04118th June 202558:52
The Lost Art of Nature Connection
Summary In this episode of The Wilder Podcast, hosts Chloe and Tom explore the concept of nature connection, discussing its importance for mental health and wellbeing, the barriers that prevent it, and the pathways to rekindling our relationship with the natural world. They explore the significa...
Episode 041
The Lost Art of Nature Connection
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About This Episode
Summary
In this episode of The Wilder Podcast, hosts Chloe and Tom explore the concept of nature connection, discussing its importance for mental health and wellbeing, the barriers that prevent it, and the pathways to rekindling our relationship with the natural world. They explore the significance of understanding nature connection, particularly among adolescents, and stress the need for systemic change to encourage deeper engagement with nature. The conversation underscores the reciprocal relationship between people and the environment, calling for a shift in language and policy to strengthen nature connection across society.
Prof Miles Richardson's books
– https://www.amazon.co.uk/Reconnection-Fixing-Broken-Relationship-Nature/dp/1784274852/ref=asc_df_1784274852?mcid=3ce5d9951ea1307287ba8eef721af45c&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=858925452238914716-1784274852-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=858925452238914716&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045979&hvtargid=pla-2281435176618&psc=1&gad_source=1
https://www.derby.ac.uk/research/themes/zero-carbon/zero-carbon-nbs-research-centre/nature-connectedness-research-group/
Takeaways
– Introduction
– Understanding Nature Connection
– Defining Nature Connection
– Nature Connection and Wellbeing
– Barriers to Nature Connection
– Pathways to Nature Connection
– Engaging Adolescents in Nature Connection
– Reflections and Future Directions
In this episode of The Wilder Podcast, hosts Chloe and Tom explore the concept of nature connection, discussing its importance for mental health and wellbeing, the barriers that prevent it, and the pathways to rekindling our relationship with the natural world. They explore the significance of understanding nature connection, particularly among adolescents, and stress the need for systemic change to encourage deeper engagement with nature. The conversation underscores the reciprocal relationship between people and the environment, calling for a shift in language and policy to strengthen nature connection across society.
Prof Miles Richardson's books
– https://www.amazon.co.uk/Reconnection-Fixing-Broken-Relationship-Nature/dp/1784274852/ref=asc_df_1784274852?mcid=3ce5d9951ea1307287ba8eef721af45c&th=1&psc=1&hvocijid=858925452238914716-1784274852-&hvexpln=74&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696285193871&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=858925452238914716&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045979&hvtargid=pla-2281435176618&psc=1&gad_source=1
https://www.derby.ac.uk/research/themes/zero-carbon/zero-carbon-nbs-research-centre/nature-connectedness-research-group/
Takeaways
- Nature connection is vital for mental health and wellbeing.
- The UK ranks low in both nature connectedness and biodiversity.
- Urbanisation and technology are major contributors to disconnection from nature.
- Emotional engagement and education can foster stronger nature connection.
- Adolescents often experience a notable dip in nature connection during their teenage years.
- Research shows a strong correlation between nature connection and pro-environmental behaviour.
- Engaging the senses is a powerful way to deepen nature connection.
- Community involvement plays a key role in successful nature restoration projects.
- Nature connection should be seen as a reciprocal relationship.
- Systemic changes are essential to improving access to nature for everyone.
Chapters
– Introduction
– Understanding Nature Connection
– Defining Nature Connection
– Nature Connection and Wellbeing
– Barriers to Nature Connection
– Pathways to Nature Connection
– Engaging Adolescents in Nature Connection
– Reflections and Future Directions