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Nature is Nurture: Harnessing the Therapeutic Benefit of the Great Outdoors
September 26 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Presented by Dr. Melissa Sundermann, also known as Doctor Outdoors
Have you ever felt calmer after a walk in the woods? More energized by a mountain hike? Happier after spending time in the sun? That’s not just in your head—it’s in your biology. In this uplifting and eye-opening talk, Dr. Melissa Sundermann, a board-certified Lifestyle Medicine physician and outdoor enthusiast, shares how nature truly nurtures us—body, mind, and spirit. Through stories, science, and simple suggestions, you’ll discover how even small doses of nature can lead to big health benefits, from lowering blood pressure to lifting your mood. You’ll leave inspired—and equipped—to bring more nature into your everyday life, no matter where you are.
- Learn how time in nature supports mental well-being by reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.
- Discover the physical health benefits of being outdoors—like lower blood pressure, better sleep, and a stronger immune system.
- Understand how nature improves focus, creativity, and cognitive function—even for kids and older adults.
- Explore how spending time outside fosters social connection, a sense of meaning, and emotional resilience.
- Walk away with simple, practical ways to make nature part of your daily routine—wherever you live.