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Natural Immersion

Nature wants you to step outside. Our constant teacher and greatest ally. Getting into nature instantly lifts wellbeing; broadens focus and re connects…

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Healthy Morning Light

We’ve been creating a comprehensive collection of free resources to enable anyone to better look after their wellbeing with a holistic approach for over a decade now. So we were delighted to see this toolkit launched last week. It’s a deep exploration of the benefits and challenges, but ultimately an excellent resource to allow more people to enjoy the timeless health and wellbeing benefits of spending time in nature. The link goes through to the NASP webpage with full information and a lovely short film. 🌿 People, Films, Helping People, Holistic Approach, Physical Activities, Wellbeing, Health And Wellbeing, Resources

Nature Buddies Toolkit

We’ve been creating a comprehensive collection of free resources to enable anyone to better look after their wellbeing with a holistic approach for over a decade now. So we were delighted to see this toolkit launched last week. It’s a deep exploration of the benefits and challenges, but ultimately an excellent resource to allow more people to enjoy the timeless health and wellbeing benefits of spending time in nature. The link goes through to the NASP webpage with full information and a lovely short film. 🌿

Excellent collection of short guided meditations and breath practices from Mindfulness Scotland ~ Make sure you are in a comfortable position; where your posture is upright or supported and you can remain still and undisturbed for the duration. Counting up to four on the in breath, then five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten on the slow out breath. Mindfulness and breath practice can be particularly enjoyable and relaxing when sitting comfortably outdoors in nature. Outdoor, Mindfulness Meditation, Mindfulness, Meditation, Meditation Sitting, Guided Meditation, Short Guided Meditation, Mindfulness Practice

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Mindfulness Practices

Excellent collection of short guided meditations and breath practices from Mindfulness Scotland ~ Make sure you are in a comfortable position; where your posture is upright or supported and you can remain still and undisturbed for the duration. Counting up to four on the in breath, then five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten on the slow out breath. Mindfulness and breath practice can be particularly enjoyable and relaxing when sitting comfortably outdoors in nature.

Second of our short films celebrate: ⏰ Early morning walks for your circadian body clock. 🌿 Biophilia ~ Care for a plant cutting on your desk? 🐿 Wildlife joy + empathy inspired by animal kingdom 🍂 Noticing the beauty of all the elements. 🙌🏽 Grounding & Earthing ~ Help us feel better. 🌳 Branch out, stretch & ease some tension. 🧠 Love your familiar natural environments. 🕑 2 hours a week outdoors brings rewards. 🪵 Wild crafting respite at any age! (Using felled/salvaged wood*) Earthy, Animal Kingdom, Age, Beautiful, Environment, Green Space, Wildlife

Light Plants Happiness

Second of our short films celebrate: ⏰ Early morning walks for your circadian body clock. 🌿 Biophilia ~ Care for a plant cutting on your desk? 🐿 Wildlife joy + empathy inspired by animal kingdom 🍂 Noticing the beauty of all the elements. 🙌🏽 Grounding & Earthing ~ Help us feel better. 🌳 Branch out, stretch & ease some tension. 🧠 Love your familiar natural environments. 🕑 2 hours a week outdoors brings rewards. 🪵 Wild crafting respite at any age! (Using felled/salvaged wood*)

Getting out ‘n about

Time for Natural Light

Why it can be so helpful, and uplifting, to spend time outdoors during the winter and darker months of the year.

There are countless benefits to mind, body, emotions when we get outside into nature ~ A handful of reminders here in this infographic. You could print this as a poster, put it up in your office/desk space to motivate regular walks; alfresco lunch breaks and making time for more connections with nature each day. See 🔗 for more insight. Feeling Stuck, Tiredness, Mind Body Connection, Best Self, Energy Level, Low Energy Level, Follow Your Instinct

Love Getting Outdoors

There are countless benefits to mind, body, emotions when we get outside into nature ~ A handful of reminders here in this infographic. You could print this as a poster, put it up in your office/desk space to motivate regular walks; alfresco lunch breaks and making time for more connections with nature each day. See 🔗 for more insight.

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Natural Immersion Workshops

These local woodland workshops help boost mood, focus and concentration ~ Ease back pain, reduce stress and increase energy levels. Bringing together a unique blend of wellbeing movements, nature skills, and wellness techniques you can use any time you need that healthy lift.

Winter Qi for the Kidneys | Supporting Health with TCM

Treating yourself to an occasional and safe fire on the beach can be very calming for the soul. Focusing on gathering dry drift wood and finding a suitable location to enjoy your fire. Putting all your attention to building a safe, small pit away from any flammable areas. Getting it started and keeping going ~ Naturally mindful contentment follows. Appreciating the changing day or evening around you. And finally, ensuring that the fire is put out completely taking care not to leave any hot coals Beach Fire, Fire Pit, Beach, Fire, Outdoor Decor

Beach Fire Treat

Treating yourself to an occasional and safe fire on the beach can be very calming for the soul. Focusing on gathering dry drift wood and finding a suitable location to enjoy your fire. Putting all your attention to building a safe, small pit away from any flammable areas. Getting it started and keeping going ~ Naturally mindful contentment follows. Appreciating the changing day or evening around you. And finally, ensuring that the fire is put out completely taking care not to leave any hot coals

‘We can maximize the benefits of the good things around us by consciously savouring them rather than taking them for granted. As you walk, try to notice as many positive things around you as you can. These can be sights, sounds, smells, or other sensations. Pause for a moment as you hear or see each thing and make sure it registers with your conscious awareness, really take it in.’ Water, Enjoyment, Savor, Grounds, Park, River

Savouring the Beauty on Daily Short Walks

‘We can maximize the benefits of the good things around us by consciously savouring them rather than taking them for granted. As you walk, try to notice as many positive things around you as you can. These can be sights, sounds, smells, or other sensations. Pause for a moment as you hear or see each thing and make sure it registers with your conscious awareness, really take it in.’

Autumn Awe ~ Joy & Walks

This is the fourth in a series of short films looking at #Wellbeing in #Nature. Here we acknowledge the changing season from Summer into Winter via the awesome season of #Autumn. There are many benefits to getting out for regular walks and the timeless wonder of wildlife and nature is particularly exciting to witness at this time of year. It’s just a glimpse of moments and joys that inspire wonder and awe on misty, frosty morning walks in parks and green spaces 🌿🔗

Phytoncides: The Science Behind Forest Bathing Benefits - Forest Bathing Central

Enjoying winter walks is something everyone can benefit from. So what happens when you discover a path has become very slippery due to frost, ice or snow? You can help make it safer if you are practical about it ~ Collecting salt/grit from a designated yellow or green bin; using something to scoop a good amount into a carrier bag. Keep your hands covered if possible. Then get sprinkling! ❄️ Can You Take, Freezing Rain, Preparedness, Big Freeze, Cold Front, Severe Weather, Slippery, Wintry Weather

True Grit ~ Safer Winter Walks

Enjoying winter walks is something everyone can benefit from. So what happens when you discover a path has become very slippery due to frost, ice or snow? You can help make it safer if you are practical about it ~ Collecting salt/grit from a designated yellow or green bin; using something to scoop a good amount into a carrier bag. Keep your hands covered if possible. Then get sprinkling! ❄️

‘Earthing refers to a physical connection that takes place between the electrical frequencies of the human body and those of the earth. Just like the sun constantly provides us with important energy, nutrients and vitamins, the earth too is a source of subtle energy that provides important elements that contribute to optimum health.’ (‘Feet are also the site of proprioceptors, sensors that tell us where our body is in space, helping us maintain balance.’) Mariel Hemingway, Subtle, Clint, Human, Natural, Reveal, Movies, Body

Grounding for Health

‘Earthing refers to a physical connection that takes place between the electrical frequencies of the human body and those of the earth. Just like the sun constantly provides us with important energy, nutrients and vitamins, the earth too is a source of subtle energy that provides important elements that contribute to optimum health.’ (‘Feet are also the site of proprioceptors, sensors that tell us where our body is in space, helping us maintain balance.’)

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