This episode of the #OxfordMentalHealth video series on YouTube features a fantastic conversation about mindfulness and gardening. It is a lovely watch to top up our understanding of the impact of nature on our mental health.
According to the University of Derby course on the topic, nature connectedness (the feeling of being mentally, emotionally connected with nature) can improve our wellbeing. What this means is that at times when our access to the outdoors is limited, we can practice that sense of connection with nature at home. Here are my five top tips on how to do that.