![]() I spent the first part of my life not being an outdoorsy girl, it wasn’t until I started focusing on my health and wellbeing that I started to become aware of my desire and joy of the outdoors. There was a specific moment when I was trail running that I broke down crying in the middle of the forest, overwhelmed with a grief that it took me till I was 50 to find the immense joy of being physically active in the middle of nature! I felt truly alive for the first time. Biophilia makes us happier and healthier by increasing our connection with the natural world. We’re all talking more about Wellness Design in the built environment and Biophilia is an important part of that. There are MANY health benefits!
Air Water Earth Metal Wood Fire, and I added Rhythm and Organic Shapes
NASA’s Clean Air Study states the Snake Plant is so effective in producing oxygen that if you were locked in a sealed room with no airflow, you could survive with only 6-8 plants in it! I’ll post more in the coming weeks with specific examples of spaces and products that will allow you to bring that health and well-being inside your own homes. Happy Fall! Paula
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