This is so interesting Chris and the studies are fascinating to read. I love watching nature programmes, there is something about the visuals, sound (and possibly david attenborough's soothing voice!) which brings the programmes alive and definitely activate my soothing system. However, for me there is something about being around "real" nature where the benefit is enhanced. Having real plants in my house is also important to me as opposed to fake ones- I wonder if there is something about the actual physiological benefits of being "in" nature (rather than virtually) account for this and make it preferable?...just some musings of mine!
This is so interesting Chris and the studies are fascinating to read. I love watching nature programmes, there is something about the visuals, sound (and possibly david attenborough's soothing voice!) which brings the programmes alive and definitely activate my soothing system. However, for me there is something about being around "real" nature where the benefit is enhanced. Having real plants in my house is also important to me as opposed to fake ones- I wonder if there is something about the actual physiological benefits of being "in" nature (rather than virtually) account for this and make it preferable?...just some musings of mine!