Dr. Kim Meidenbauer: Barriers From Connecting With Nature | Doing Well #19

In this episode of Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast, we discuss the topic of Barriers From Connecting With Nature with Dr. Kim Meidenbauer, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Washington State University and director of the WSU Social, Cognitive, & Environmental Neuroscience (SCENe) Lab.

If you've ever felt like you're missing out because you can't seem to connect with nature, this is the episode for you. Lu and Kim delve deep into the various factors that can make it difficult for people to connect with nature, and how we can break down these barriers to enjoy the numerous health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

As a passionate nature enthusiast herself, Kim brings her expertise and personal experience to the table, having spent ample time outdoors biking, hiking, and camping. We also get to learn about her two adorable cats!

So, join us for this engaging and insightful discussion on the cognitive and emotional benefits of nature, and how to overcome the obstacles that can hinder our connection with it. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast for more intriguing conversations on well-being science, and don't forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode. Thanks for listening, and we look forward to having you with us in the next episode of Doing Well: The Wellbeing Science Insights Podcast.

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