It’s concerning that two plans proposed to solve the problems that surfaced in the audit were rejected. It’s almost impossible to say how much damage is done to the culture there, as for Riverview. Now look, an audit conducted following the assault by Murphy found the hospital out of compliance in an alarming number of areas associated with the handling of forensic patients just like Murphy who are mentally ill and pose a significant risk to themselves or others. You must follow our Terms of Use, with an intention to participate. Nevertheless, to ensure conscientious dialogue we have implemented a strict no bullying policy. For as long as I remember, I am attracted to nature.
I love to smell the fresh, cool air and feel the soft breeze on my face.
Turning in bed, I’m pretty sure I watch the colors change from deep blues to soft purples and pinks.
While lazing in the park and cloud watching, I am drawn to picnics. Then, sleeping outside at our family’s lakeside cabin, I enjoy waking at dawn just as the stars are disappearing and the birds begin to sing. I believe we all have a connection to Mother Nature. Native people intuitively know this and have lived harmoniously with what they call Spirit. It’s easy to get off course in the artificial chaos of concrete, traffic, artificial temperatures and lighting and begin to lose connection with our true selves. Nature grounds and feeds us in a way technology can’t. While comparing and keeping up, and later stop listening to the natural rhythm and evolution that nature provides, we can get caught in the frenzy of competition. We forget we are all connected to each other and to Mother Earth.
We are just a small part of a collective consciousness or energy field.
Ecopsychology studies how our psychological health is connected to our relationship to the natural environment.
Science reveals that prolonged separation from nature can produce feelings of depression, anxiety and alienation. Studies show that detaching ourselves from the natural environment is wounding our mental health. It will affect our wellbeing, I’d say if we do not nurture this connection. Feng Shui for the Soul means connecting with the elements of earth, fire, water and wind. You can do this outside by. You can do this inside by bringing the earth’s elements into your home. Ground yourself with the earth’s elements by bringing in stones, crystals, and terra cotta tiles or pots. There is some more information about this stuff here. Let in natural sunlight, an essential source for all of us.
In the winter, skylights or windows, especially high ones, connect you with the sun’s natural rhythm. Bring in the water element with fountains, seashells and sand. Whenever moving and freshening the energy of your home, open your windows to allow air to circulate through. Actually, enjoy potted plants and cut flowers. Display photos, art or any objects representing nature. Certainly, use earth nes like browns, yellows and golds, reds and oranges, blues and greens. Listen to recordings of water, birds and akin natural sounds. Close your eyes now and take a meditative moment by imagining the natural elements surrounding you. A well-known fact that is. Feel them, see them, smell them and hear them. As a result, your desire and imagination have amazing impact as well. So this will connect you to Mother Earth in a very powerful way. Also, take Action Now! Now let me ask you something. What are So in case you liked today’s article on reconnecting to nature to improve your mental health. Fact, cynthia Powers Prosor, a Spiritual Awakening Guidess, is a writer, teacher, speaker, entrepreneur and expert ‘innerpeace’ coach. Cynthia works with awakening women who are motivated to change their world from the inside out, as a transformational leader. Through her private and group mentoring and ‘life coaching’ programs, she guides women as they turn up the volume of selflove, deep healing, innerpeace and abundance in their lives. So, learn more about your Inner Feng Shui.
Ann Miller is a certified mental health coach and wellness writer with a strong background in psychology and emotional resilience. With over a decade of experience in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, and burnout, Ann specializes in making complex mental health topics accessible and empowering.
She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and has worked with both individual clients and organizations to promote emotional well-being and work-life balance. Through her writing, Ann aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and offer practical, compassionate guidance for everyday challenges.
When she's not writing or consulting, Ann enjoys early morning yoga, quiet reading time, and exploring nature trails with her dog. Her personal philosophy: "Mental health is not a luxury — it’s a foundation for everything we do."