Nature Connection: Pathways to Curiosity, Presence and Belonging

By Adrian Harris PhD

Reconnect with the natural world-one practice at a time.

This 142-page practical guide offers more than 60 exercises designed to help you reduce stress, boost creativity, and cultivate a deeper relationship with nature. Drawing inspiration from forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) and ecotherapy, it provides simple, accessible ways to step outdoors and rediscover your sense of belonging.

At the heart of this book are the three keys to nature connection:

���� Slow down - release the rush of daily life and notice what's around you.���� Get curious - explore patterns, questions, and hidden details in the natural world.���� Use all your senses - engage sight, sound, smell, touch, and taste for a richer experience.

Through journaling prompts, sensory awareness practices, storytelling exercises, and beginner-friendly outdoor activities, this guide makes it easy to weave nature connection into your everyday life. It also includes links to companion video and audio guides plus a tie-in with the Embodied Pathways podcast, so you can deepen your experience beyond the page.

Whether you are a teacher, parent, group leader, or simply someone looking to unplug and recharge, this book offers:

Stress-reducing practices rooted in mindfulness and nature therapyCreative prompts to spark imagination and reflectionExercises suitable for individuals or groups of all agesTools to build resilience, presence, and ecological awareness

Portable and practical, this compact 5.5" x 8.5" book slips easily into a backpack-perfect for hikes, camping trips, park walks, or even a few mindful minutes in your backyard.

Reconnect. Restore. Reimagine your relationship with nature-starting today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1919179518
• ISBN13: 9781919179513
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Embodied Pathways
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"