NATURE MINDFULNESS
Group eco-therapy weaving ecological awareness and strengthening relationships with Nature, self, and community.
Give yourself the gift of slowing down in nature —
Join us to experience the restorative power of nature and find balance amidst the pressures of city life!
This nature-based practice offers valuable opportunities to connect more deeply with the natural world around us, where we live, work, or play.
Nature has the potential to be our healer, teacher, and source of wise counsel. Spending time in natural settings, like parks or gardens, can stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting a calming "rest-and-digest" state that reduces stress and supports healing. Our ecotherapy sessions are designed to deepen this experience and enhance the wellbeing benefits. Participating in a small group adds the bonus of social connection and mutual support, enriching the overall experience.
The aim of Nature Mindfulness is dependant on the specific practice and/or particpant intent.
People join Nature Mindfulness for a variety of reasons, including:
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stress reduction
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deepening understanding and connection with the natural world
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reduce mental fatigue
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improve emotional self-regulation
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restore focus, clarity and purpose
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foster creativity
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feel calm and rejuevenated
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access natures wisdom to ease a challenge or concern
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socialise and meet like-minded people
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curious to trial an ecopsychology or eco-art therapy activity
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improve overall sense of well-being
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other benefits
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reduce eco-anxiety/climate and environmental distress (SOS Eco-resilience sessions)
In these experiential workshops, we draw from an ecopsychology framework.
Participants explore activities grounded in applied ecopsychology or eco-art therapy techniques, providing a creative, non-verbal outlet to express and release any intense or complex inner emotions. The session incorporates mindful observation, sensory exploration, nature exploration, deep listening, and self-reflection. Guided by a trained ecopsychologist, participants can experience anything from a sense of wellbeing to profound insights.
A guide is provided to help you repeat and continue practices, deepening your connection with nature, community, and self.
We also encourage participants to nurture their connection to nature and others by ssubscribing to Kinfolk. This offers access to Greensong benefits and regular social meetups to further enrich your experience.
Day/Time: As on CURRENT EVENTS and upon request.
Duration: 1.5 - 2.5 hrs
Suitability: For individuals 18+ and adults.
Location: Usually the inner South East suburbs of Naarm/Melbourne
Inclusions: Methods may include: Applied Ecopsychology, eco-therapies, eco-art therapy, play, mindfulness and visualization.
A worksheet is provided with activity guideline when necessary.
Fee: Free for Kinfolk and sliding scale
Considerations: Please read Outdoor Guidelines before booking
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Educator: Nature
Facilitator/Guide: Deb Punton
Please note:
Deb is not a psychologist, carer or counsellor and unable to support individuals in a mental health crisis.
"In a place of stillness I remember who I have always been and still am."
- Linh, 2024.
"So grateful for your guidance in taking us in to such a deep place. From this silent time of connecting, I was able to calm my mind and help answer the question I needed help with." - Ursula 2024
Nature-Guided Walks are similar to Nature Mindfulness and tailored for an individual with a specific focus, intent, aim or challenge in mind.
“The individual practice was helpful in allowing me to feel my connection with nature. I was reminded about the inherent gifts that I have and I receive from Nature, which is empowering. I would want to do this practice regularly. I have support from nature and the environment to help me cope. Thank you Deb. It really helped me to calm down.... The exercise gave me a focussed way to have more nature engagement with what’s around me.”
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