Continuing a line of previous posts on terrific eco-stats coming from David Suzuki's Green Guide (on
energy,
food, and
travel), here is a summary of eco-stats related to the ecopsychology (mental
health results of living a green lifestyle) that can be used by any green business in the wellness industry.
First of all, what is ecopsychology? According to Ecopsychology.org:
At its core, ecopsychology suggests that there is a synergistic relation between planetary and personal well being; that the needs of the one are relevant to the other.
And while I don't have a psychology degree, I can say with virtual certainty that it is just really good for your mental health to go outside, breathe deeply of crisp, fresh air, walk around in the woods and listen to the birds, go for a swim in a warm ocean or a cold mountain lake, enjoy a beautiful sunset from Corona Heights Park in San Francisco, or simply go and read a book in a city park.
Just thinking about it, you're already noticing your heart rate and blood pressure dropping, and your breath deepening, aren't you?
Oooooommmmm......
So here's your eco-stats, courtesy of David Suzuki:... -- CLICK HERE to Continue Reading and Comment