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Ecopsychology -
integrating nature
(the ecology)
with
psychology.
integrating nature
(the ecology)
with
psychology.
| Professor Roszak coined the term ecopsychology in 1992 in his book, "Voice of the Earth". We can derive comfort, tranquility, peace and inspiration from nature. Distancing ourselves from nature can result in negative consequences and lead to ecological devastation due to a lack of empathy for nature. |
Children need nature also as many
are watching too much television
and playing video games for many
hours!
This inactivity can lead to health
problems such as obesity, poor
physical fitness and
other mental, spiritual and health
problems.
One study shows that 10% of
children playing video games are
addicted to them. Lying about
homework being done and how
much they are playing and
sneaking to play are some of the
signs.
are watching too much television
and playing video games for many
hours!
This inactivity can lead to health
problems such as obesity, poor
physical fitness and
other mental, spiritual and health
problems.
One study shows that 10% of
children playing video games are
addicted to them. Lying about
homework being done and how
much they are playing and
sneaking to play are some of the
signs.
| Rebecca Reynolds advocates bringing nature into contained environments such as nursing homes and hospitals. Rocks, plants, water and animals are fun for people to interact with and learn about nature. |
| Exercies Walk in a new direction. This builds confidence in your ability to problem solve and take on new situations. Look at a tree, plant or animal and ask yourself what you and it have in common. This helps you feel connected to nature. Garden! It improves memory, coordination, balance and strength. And, it takes your mind off of your troubles. Pulling weeds can be a metaphor for getting rid of your troubles! |
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| If you could be anything in nature, what would you be and why? |
| If you could be a flower or an animal what would you be and why? |
Hospital Flowers
Be aware that scents
can cause sneezing
and allergic reactions
for some people (even
the roommate of the
person you bought the
flowers for.
Stay away from red and
orange flowers for a
person needing
rest as they can be too
stimulating.
Be aware that scents
can cause sneezing
and allergic reactions
for some people (even
the roommate of the
person you bought the
flowers for.
Stay away from red and
orange flowers for a
person needing
rest as they can be too
stimulating.
Walk barefoot on soil and dirt as this
will really allow you to feel the
various textures in nature. Also, your
foot will get a natural massage as
you walk carefully over any stones or
rocks.
Be careful though if you have any foot
problems or are diabetic. Always
ask your doctor if walking barefoot
outside is o'kay!
will really allow you to feel the
various textures in nature. Also, your
foot will get a natural massage as
you walk carefully over any stones or
rocks.
Be careful though if you have any foot
problems or are diabetic. Always
ask your doctor if walking barefoot
outside is o'kay!
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