Over the years, in my role as a psychologist specializing in mindfulness-based interventions, I’ve taught individuals how to savor meals, physical movement, and time spent connecting with nature. And often as a community educator, I’ve shared the joys of savoring through the senses with families, too! The science of savoring has roots in the fieldsContinueContinue reading “The Power of Savoring in Daily Life”
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Nurtured by Nature Virtual Tours
Interested in visiting Pacific Northwest parks and gardens, but don’t always have the ability to get there in-person? Check out this growing collection of virtual tours, and visit the Public Green Spaces resource page for options as well! At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, I launched an educational blog (The SAVOR Project) inspired byContinueContinue reading “Nurtured by Nature Virtual Tours”
Let’s Take Ten for Nature
Did you know? Physical activity is one important lifestyle behavior that can reduce symptoms of stress, boost mood, and protect us from disease. And spending time with Nature (from walks and biking to birdwatching and gardening) is good for our mind and body health, too! Beginning this summer, I invite you to #TakeTenforNature – together,ContinueContinue reading “Let’s Take Ten for Nature”
