{"id":121,"date":"2021-11-11T13:02:08","date_gmt":"2021-11-11T12:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.countryfile.com\/?p=101388"},"modified":"2021-11-11T13:20:12","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T12:20:12","slug":"wellbeing-books-the-best-nature-titles-to-improve-your-mental-and-physical-health","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbccountryfile\/rss_feed\/wellbeing-books-the-best-nature-titles-to-improve-your-mental-and-physical-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellbeing books: the best nature titles to improve your mental and physical health"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Fergus Collins\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 11 November 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Modern life is tough \u2013 the whirl of modern technology, social media and news cycles can leave us bewildered and anxious. We\u2019re often increasingly disconnected from the natural world that is itself threatened by climate change and other dangers. All of this can be deeply unsettling.<\/p>\n

But help is at hand. New research shows that spending more time in nature and getting closer to wildlife can have major benefits for our mental and physical health, creativity and sense of peace. These following six books are a great starting point for anyone wanting to explore the benefits of the outdoors and nature. From personal journeys of discovery and mindfulness to examinations of the latest scientific research, these books offer comfort, solace and practical advice that together can make a huge difference to your life.<\/p>\n

And find out more about our walks and days out you can do to help improve your wellbeing (Link). Our A-Z of Mindfulness (link) also offers simple activities to get you those crucial steps closer to nature and find peace and happiness.<\/p>\n

The best nature books to help you improve mental and physical health<\/h1>\n

Six highly recommended reads to help you reconnect with nature and find happiness and health.<\/p>\n

Nature Cure<\/h3>\n

by Richard Mabey<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mabey chronicles how a move to Norfolk and a reawakening to the wildlife around him helped him overcome severe depression and start writing again. A very honest and personal account of the onset of declining mental health but also a slow but clear pathway into the light again \u2013 as Mabey discovers the nature and natural lore of his new home, and finds new love, too. The book also gently champions the value of greener living not just for the obvious environmental benefit but for the contentment and mindfulness it brings.<\/p>\n

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