Reconnect With Nature, Overcome Depression & Anxiety - Ian C. Williams (ep. 926)

The Gratitude Podcast - Inspiring Stories of Gratitude - A podcast by Georgian Benta - Mondays

Ian dedicates himself to humanitarian and environmental endeavors to generate systemic change for the common good and in today's episode we talk about the simple thing we can do individually (and as a whole) to become aware and care more for the environment.These are some of the questions you'll find answers to:How does connecting with nature enhance our sense of gratitude?In what ways can gratitude and happiness be viewed as choices?What practical steps can individuals take to incorporate nature into their daily lives?How can nature-based therapeutics contribute to our overall well-being?What responsibility do we have towards nature, and how can we honor that responsibility?Resources:Ian's book: Soil & Spirit: Seeds of Purpose, Nature’s Insight & the Deep Work of Transformational ChangeGet 40% off with your subscription at earthbreeze.com/GRATITUDEGet 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and use code GRAT at checkout.Stay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/What's your #1 takeaway from this interview? Would love to hear from you in the comments section on Spotify & Youtube!Timestamps:00:00 - 00:59 - Introduction to Gratitude and Nature01:19 - 02:06 - Guest Introduction02:10 - 02:45 - Discussion on Nature and Gratitude02:47 - 03:55 - Ian's Professional Background04:37 - 06:06 - Ian's Personal Journey06:06 - 07:34 - Nature as a Healing Space10:33 - 12:08 - Gratitude as a Choice14:51 - 16:23 - Therapy and Self-Awareness16:23 - 17:06 - Responsibility Towards Nature20:09 - 22:03 - Individual Actions for Nature23:37 - 24:58 - Key Areas for Environmental Impact29:10 - 31:03 - Making Nature Part of Daily Life32:00 - 33:37 - The Importance of Deliberate Choices35:11 - 36:36 - Nature-Based Therapeutics39:34 - 40:45 - The Role of Individuals in Change50:08 - 51:23 - Book and Contact Information51:30 - 51:58 - Closing RemarksExperience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy