ASMR of Nature: How Natural Sounds Can Lower Stress and Improve Anxiety and Depression

Looking for a natural mood booster? It might be time to get back to nature.

By Donna Sarkar
May 12, 2021 10:30 PM
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It’s no secret that nature is good for our health. A breath of fresh air, a brisk walk through the park or basking in the summer sun — all of these ecocentric activities can leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. Greater contact with natural environments have been linked to a plethora of physical and mental health benefits, such as reduced stress and improved energy. Now we can also add natural sounds to the list of pros: Recent findings confirm that nature sounds have a therapeutic effect on humans, and can significantly improve one’s mental health.

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