InTune With Nature

Two upcoming public programs at the Cook County Forest Preserves:
(1) June 4th, 10am, at Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington, ages 55+
(2) June 11th, 10am, Caldwell Woods Wellness Center, all ages

Call the number listed to register!


Gayle Byck

"Across this large international sample, we found that people who felt more connected to nature consistently reported higher levels of well-being and mindfulness. This was true not just for feeling satisfied with life but also for deeper aspects of flourishing, such as having a sense of direction and meaning"

Today, on Earth Day, it is important to think about how critical nature is to our well-being.

Gayle Byck

A connection to nature fuels well-being worldwide, according to a study of 38,000 people Feeling part of something larger than yourself may make it easier to cope with stress and uncertainty.

"Reconnecting with nature is like resetting your brain."


https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=y-wHq6yY2CI
Gayle Byck

Forest Bathing | Shinrin-Yoku | Healing in Nature | Short Documentary Forest Bathing is the Japanese art of creating healing experiences in nature for yourself and your loved ones. Visit the link for a course on Shinrin-yoku / ...

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Researchers find that being in nature creates more positive emotions and reduces negative emotions. They also found that Mom is always right! :)

"You probably heard it from your mom a thousand times — fresh air and sunshine; it’s the cure for most anything."

https://www.uh.edu/news-events/stories/2026/march/03242026-contreras-vidal-nature-brain.php

Gayle Byck

UH Study Finds Nature Reduces Negative Emotions, Boosts Brain Health | University of Houston New University of Houston research shows exposure to nature is associated with reduced negative emotions and improved emotional well-being, with implications for urban design and public health.

Forest bathing can help you change your perspective.

Want to try it?

Gayle Byck

The forecast for Thursday is looking dry and warmer! Perfect time to give forest bathing a try! We may even see this beauty! Call Caldwell Woods at (773) 758-8899 to register.

Gayle Byck

"Consistent findings across EEG, fMRI/MRI, and fNIRS studies indicate that nature exposure reduces neural signatures of stress, enhances attentional control, and promotes emotional regulation in healthy populations. These neurophysiological patterns mirror those observed in meditative states, suggesting that natural environments may act as spontaneous regulators of the nervous system, promoting calm awareness and self-regulation."

In simple terms: this is more proof that spending time in nature is good for you!

When are you going to try it?

Gayle Byck

www.sciencedirect.com

Call 773-758-8899 to register!

Gayle Byck