EP12 | Why Nature Might Be the Therapist You Didn’t Know You Needed

If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burned out—or just plain over it—then this might just be what you need. In this episode, I’m sharing how becoming a plant mom led me back to myself—and how nature became one of the most powerful tools in my mental, emotional, and spiritual healing. You’ll hear personal stories (yes, I talk to my plants—and they respond), practical science, and soul truths I’ve learned from grounding, salt water, trees, and even bird nests.

Here’s some of what we’ll get into: 

• Why your energy affects your plants—and vice versa
• The wild truth about this scientist’s water experiment and how your words literally shape your well-being
• What ancient traditions have to teach us about nature and your nervous system

Make sure to check out the new Soul Therapy Shop and get into our “Plants Are My Therapy” merch! It’s perfect for all my fellow plant parents and nature lovers. Because healing looks good on you. Head over to www.soultherapyshop.com to treat yourself or gift someone who needs a little reminder that growth is always possible and joy is always available.

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*Note: This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Links to Research:

Walking in Nature Reduces Anxiety and Rumination https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272494424001452

Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku) Reduces Stress Hormones and Blood Pressure:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6886167/

Grounding Reduces Blood Viscosity (a Cardiovascular Risk Factor):  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22757749/

Grounding Decreases Inflammation and Improves Recovery: https://www.scirp.org/journal/paperinformation.aspx?paperid=55445

Plants Respond to Vibrations (Including Chewing Sounds): https://www.nature.com/articles/srep33370

Plants Respond to Human Interaction Through Touch and Voice: https://munewsarchives.missouri.edu/news-releases/2014/0701-plants-respond-to-leaf-vibrations-caused-by-insects%E2%80%99-chewing-mu-study-finds/

[Video] Dr. Masaru Emoto’s work on Water Crystals Response to Words, Emotions, and Prayer:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qQUFvufXp4