In this article:
- A Swedish behavioral health expert explains the many ways spending time outdoors benefits our brains, as well as our bodies.
- Getting outside and spending time in nature engages all of our five senses, and helps foster a sense of calm and tranquility.
- The Pacific Northwest is the perfect place to immerse ourselves in the incredible beauty of the natural world.
Did you know that a quick and easy way to lift your mood is right outside your door? In this video, Providence Swedish behavioral health expert Kelsey Smith, LICSW, explains the many benefits for our mental and physical health that come with spending time outdoors.
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Additional resources
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