Kirjahaku

Supported by the National TrustThe latest medical and scientific research that shows connecting with nature is essential to our wellbeingEasy, small ways to feel the benefits, wherever you areA beautifully illustrated, inspirational and informative book This inspirational and informative guide shows how we can all benefit from spending more time in nature. Drawing on the latest research, it shows you don’t need to live in the countryside or have access to an abundance of green space to make valuable connections with the natural world around you. Often it’s the simple pleasures – like eating seasonally, identifying wild flowers, listening to birdsong, being close to water or nurturing a houseplant – that bring the greatest reward. Around the world, doctors have been experimenting with ‘prescribing' nature to help patients' wellbeing, and this book does just that. It can help you whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern life or just want to explore ways to slow down and truly appreciate the world around you.

Switch off from social media and tune in to the tranquility of the natural world with over 50 seasonal activities to explore throughout the year Switch off from social media and tune in to the tranquility of the natural world with over 50 seasonal activities to explore throughout the year. This book is about switching off from social media and finding contentment in the here and now – taking time out to enjoy small tasks, connect with other people and enjoy all the beauty of nature throughout the year. A Breath of Fresh Air is structured by seasons, with a focus on finding joy in the natural world. Whether it’s paddling a canoe, spotting swallows on a summer evening, daydreaming on a deckchair, foraging for wild garlic, watching a film at an outdoor cinema or recording the sounds you hear in the forest, there are over 50 creative and imaginative ways to encourage mindfulness and find calm. The book also encourages wellbeing through physical activity, making use of the beautiful places looked after by the National Trust – this ranges from a wander through a bluebell wood, to using nature’s gym to practise yoga or balance on logs, taking up running or playing in the snow. Beautifully illustrated throughout, and with lots of handy tips on where to visit or find ways to wellbeing, this is the perfect book for finding inner contentment in today’s frantic world.