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A review by rejoycingtoday
The Biophilia Effect: A Scientific and Spiritual Exploration of the Healing Bond Between Humans and Nature by Marc Bekoff, Victoria Goodrich Graham, Clemens G. Arvay
4.0
It was interesting to read this book while suffering from seasonal allergies and a bug bite that made a large raised lump on my leg. It feels more like nature is trying to kill me rather than heal me at this juncture.
While in the woods a couple of days ago thinking about the book it became apparent that as soul feeding as it can be, it's not really a completely relaxing experience. There is, unfortunately, a level of vigilance required from any woman who is out in an isolated place alone.
These concerns aside, the book makes some excellent points about the important role nature plays in our wellbeing, as well as how we suffer from lack of connection to the natural world. Having sex out in nature seems a bit over the top to me, especially when I consider the logistics (bugs, pokey sticks, etc) but love the idea of including access to the outdoors for people who are in hospice.
Other than being disappointed with the fact that he did not include much information about how being out in nature can be challenging, I found it to be a very enlightening book. Being outdoors, hiking, camping are all things that I've loved for years. It's nice to know that it is good for my body as well as my soul.
While in the woods a couple of days ago thinking about the book it became apparent that as soul feeding as it can be, it's not really a completely relaxing experience. There is, unfortunately, a level of vigilance required from any woman who is out in an isolated place alone.
These concerns aside, the book makes some excellent points about the important role nature plays in our wellbeing, as well as how we suffer from lack of connection to the natural world. Having sex out in nature seems a bit over the top to me, especially when I consider the logistics (bugs, pokey sticks, etc) but love the idea of including access to the outdoors for people who are in hospice.
Other than being disappointed with the fact that he did not include much information about how being out in nature can be challenging, I found it to be a very enlightening book. Being outdoors, hiking, camping are all things that I've loved for years. It's nice to know that it is good for my body as well as my soul.