books to help you reconnect with nature
It's well known that spending time in nature is good for us. Mother Earth helps boost our mood and lower stress levels. Addiction to smartphones coupled with the fast pace of modern-day life often leaves time for the outdoors at the bottom of our priority list. The colder months keep us huddled up indoors and there is no better time to curl up with a good read that can transport you into new worlds.
“there is no better time to curl up with a good read that can transport you into new worlds.”
Here, we have picked out a handful of inspiring reads, from adventures over adversity of the Salt Path to understanding the power of nature's communication with The Hidden Life of Tree's, to help you reconnect with the great outdoors.
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MIND “We provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. We campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.”
EVERY MIND MATTERS “Every Mind Matters is a campaign run by NHS England, which features the mental health tool My Mind Plan at the heart of their resources and advice for those facing mental health problems.”
MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION "Find out how to look after your mental health and help prevent mental ill health from developing.
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