Attention Restoration Therapy: A Path to Cognative Rejuvenation
In our modern, fast-paced, technology-driven world, many people experience burn-out, mental fatigue and exhaustion, and reduced attention...
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Deborah Punton
Nov 14 min read
The Call of Nature: Embracing Our Natural Attraction through Ecopsychology
In the field of ecopsychology, we recognize that human well-being is deeply rooted in our connection with the natural world. It’s an...
Deborah Punton
Oct 312 min read
Harnessing the Power of "Blue Mind" for Urban Wellness
The "Blue Mind" effect, a term coined by marine biologist Wallace Nichols, describes the tranquil, meditative state that being near water...
Deborah Punton
Apr 306 min read
Crop Rotation in Your Garden Space
Crop rotation has been utilised as a method for maintaining healthy, productive soil and plants. It involves planting different types of...
Deborah Punton
Apr 235 min read
Nature Mindfulness-Group EcoTherapy - Embracing Nature in Cityscapes
In urban environments, it's more crucial for human beings to connect with nature for several reasons due to the increased time spent...
Deborah Punton
Nov 3, 20234 min read
Community Gardening, Nurturing Wellness and Sustainability
The power of community gardens extends far beyond the cultivation of plants; it's a gateway to nurturing the well-being of individuals,...
Deborah Punton
Aug 30, 20233 min read
Sacred Activism
Sacred activism is a term coined by author and spiritual activist Andrew Harvey. It involves combining spiritual awareness and practices...
Deborah Punton
Aug 24, 20232 min read
Ecopsychology and Permaculture; Interwoven Practices
Ecopsychology and permaculture are two intertwined disciplines that share a deep-rooted connection in their approach to fostering harmony...
Deborah Punton
Aug 23, 20234 min read
10 Benefits of Permaculture and 12 Principles.
Permaculture, a term coined by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren in the 1970s, it is an approach which blends "permanent agriculture" and...
Deborah Punton
Aug 8, 20233 min read
Cultivating Wellbeing: Exploring the Therapeutic Horticulture and Ecopsychology
The practice of Therapeutic Horticulture can be seen as a practical application of ecopsychological principles ...
Deborah Punton
Jul 24, 202310 min read
What is Ecopsychology and how is it applied?
Ecopsychology is NOT conventional psychology. The word Ecopsychology comes from: The Greek 'eco/oikos' for 'house/dwelling' and 'ecology'...
Deborah Punton
Jun 4, 20234 min read
Embracing Nature: The Transformative Power of Sensory Gardens
Sensory gardens are landscapes designed to engage the senses, and promote wellness. They serve as immersive environments that invite individ
Deborah Punton
May 25, 20235 min read
The Work That Reconnects and Eco-Resilience
The Work That Reconnects (WTR) is a set of interactive and experiential practices with personal and group activities designed to deepen...
Deborah Punton
Feb 15, 20233 min read
Gardens For Wellbeing
Parks and gardens, whether a sprawling Botanical Garden, a local pocket park, a commuity garden or a small, personal patch of greenery...
Deborah Punton
Dec 15, 20222 min read
What is Greensong?
Greensong is located in Melbourne, Australia and focuses on integrating the principles of ecopsychology and permaculture to promote...
Deborah Punton
Nov 6, 20224 min read
Nature Prescriptions for greater health and wellbeing
A nature prescription is a healthcare intervention that involves recommending outdoor activities. Nature Prescriptions are recognised as...
Deborah Punton
Apr 7, 20222 min read
The Wisdom of Plant Senses
Ecopsychology is a field that explores the connection between humans and nature, acknowledging the interdependence between the two. While...
Deborah Punton
Mar 19, 20222 min read
Anthropocentric (egocentric) to Ecocentric
"Ecocentric" and "egocentric" are two contrasting perspectives that relate to how individuals view and interact with the world around...
Deborah Punton
Aug 13, 20213 min read
Active Hope and Ecopsychology
Active Hope sessions see particpants engaged in small group discussions, exploring the book and participating in structured activities and..
Deborah Punton
Apr 30, 20213 min read
Mid-Autumn Musing during COVID restrictions
The current season is marked by a significant sense of change and transition, which may seem externally imposed. However, change and...
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