Welcome Guest [Log In] [Register]

Welcome to Nature UK. We hope you enjoy your visit.


You're currently viewing our forum as a guest. This means you are limited to certain areas of the board and there are some features you can't use
but If you join our community, you'll be able to access member-only sections, and use many member-only features.

There are numerous topics members can take part in that are exclusive to Nature UK
including the yearly photography challenges and the seasonal spotting challenges.
We also have a very comprehensive wildlife identification section along with a monthly photo competition.
Please feel free to share your photos with us and any wildlife discussion you may have.

You can also find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter

Registration is simple, fast, and completely free.

Click Here to Join our community!

If you're already a member please log in to your account to access all of our features:


Username:   Password:
Add Reply
Why does nature make us happy?
Topic Started: Mar 15 2017, 05:50 PM (280 Views)
Davebutterflyman
Member Avatar


A new scientific report from the University of Exeter


http://wildlifearticles.co.uk/why-does-nature-make-us-happy/
Quote Post Goto Top
 
AnnB
Member Avatar


I have no idea why but nature certainly makes me happy. :flutterby:
Quote Post Goto Top
 
Laurie P
Member Avatar
[div style='visibility: hidden']test[/div]
Up until 6 years ago I had always lived in an urban environment, where you are surrounded by a concrete jungle and exposed to the incessant traffic noise and exhaust fumes, rowdy youths, sirens from emergency vehicles, etc. etc.

The only escape then was to go to a local wood or nature reserve as far away from the noise polution as possible. There you could find a little respite, enjoying the peace and tranquility, clean air smells and look at the beautiful flowers, birds, animals and insects around you.

Then it was back home. I have always enjoyed the outdoors, walking in the woods and watching the wildlife, but I think it was much more sought after because it was a welcome break from the urban mayhem.

We were in a fortunate position 6 years ago to be able to get away from all that and move to the New Forest. It had always been pur dream to be able to live in the country and now here we are. We can enjoy nature so much more now and it's never taken for granted because it is on our doorstep. We're in our perfect environment for the rest of our lives.
Quote Post Goto Top
 
Geoff F
Default Avatar
[div style='visibility: hidden']test[/div]
I wonder if there is a risk of seeing wildlife through those rose tinted spectacles. 'Everything in nature is wonderful and those little creatures are so happy'

Which ignores the stress and violence which goes on as all those little creatures are eating other animals and combating against each other for dominance over territory and mating rights.

Real life nature is certainly a fascinating subject but it should be seen in its entirety and not just the sanitised 'nice bits'.

Then when it comes to reducing our stress levels I wonder how many people who attempt serious wildlife photography would say their stress diminishes when frantically attempting to set the correct exposure level and focus on a moving subject. After which comes all the identification stress.
Quote Post Goto Top
 
Davebutterflyman
Member Avatar


I think there is a case for both sides, not purposely wanting to sit on the proverbial fence here, but i believe, for me anyway, that nature is all in the moment and it's hard to convey the joy you feel upon being in close proximity to nature, including any bits that may be deemed gruesome as well as sanitised. It's all about learning and taking that knowledge and putting it to the test in the field, especially when it comes to photography.

I take the point that Geoff makes in regards the stress levels imposed on oneself when attempting to photograph wildlife, the air can turn regularly blue when encountering issues such as focusing, poor light, uncooperative subject matter etc!

Overall though, i think we are both happiest when we are out and about, almost at one with wildlife, in as far as being on nature reserves and in man-made bird hides will allow.
Quote Post Goto Top
 
AnnB
Member Avatar


Some good points made and we're not so far removed from the wildlife we watch - eating other animals and combating against each other for dominance over territory and mating rights.

Wouldn't it be boring to get the perfect photo first time round? Where's the challenge in that?
Quote Post Goto Top
 
JennyWren
Member Avatar
[div style='visibility: hidden']test[/div]
:grow2: for those of us who love wildlife and wild spaces we trigger our Happy Hormones .

Those who're not interested won't feel the effect . Inherited genes will affect your feelings

It's long been said that the best environment for sick people and the favoured surroundings to Hospitals should be trees , flowers and wildlife which will trigger the happy hormones . I've seen it work and wish more local Councils would take note :Cool:

http://www.besthealthmag.ca/best-you/mental-health/how-to-boost-your-happy-hormones/
Quote Post Goto Top
 
Davebutterflyman
Member Avatar


Very true Ann.

That is very interesting Jen, many thanks for posting that link.
Quote Post Goto Top
 
« Previous Topic · Wildlife In The Media. · Next Topic »
Add Reply

Follow NatureUK on Twitter   Follow NatureUK on Facebook
Fresh Graphics Custom Theme By Outline