The Nature Fix by Florence Williams: Embodiment, Awe, and Getting Outside
A loose voice note in which I map the connection between recent reads about awe, nature, embodiment, and the beach while coming down from the delirium of my eighth book revision.
About the Book
From forest trails in Korea, to islands in Finland, to eucalyptus groves in California, Florence Williams investigates the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. Delving into brand-new research, she uncovers the powers of the natural world to improve health, promote reflection and innovation, and strengthen our relationships. As our modern lives shift dramatically indoors, these ideas--and the answers they yield—are more urgent than ever.
Other Books Mentioned
Awe by Dacher Keltner
The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
After the North Pole by Erling Kagge
Notes & Corrections
I did in fact mispronounce Kagge's name.
Similarly, I kept saying Dachner Keltner instead of Dacher Keltner. My apologies! Round one attempt. I'll get better at it.
I keep saying it suddenly, randomly feels like summer for the first time in months after finishing my revision—which, if you know anything about my book, is very symbolic (and accurate.)