In this week's podcast, author of Blue Mind, Wallace J. Nichols takes an exciting dive into the actual science and philosophy behind how being on, in or near water postiively affects our mental health and well being. It can also impact our economy, productivity and societal health. There is no more important science being discussed in the world today.
This year is the 10th anniversary of Dr. Wallace Nichols' groundbreaking book, Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected and Better at What You Do. He celebrates the release of its new edition to be published in early December 2024 with an afterward that captures J.'s insights since the launch of this seminal book 10 years ago.
If you haven't read this incredible non-fiction look at the impact that water has on our physiological, emotional and societal health including the neurological effects water has on our brain and insightful interveiws with world leading scientists, athletes and thought leaders, we encourage you to pick up your copy as soon as you can. It is an easy read and - as water lovers - you will be nodding your head along with each page as the revelations unpacked a known experience for most folks who live their lives based around access to water.
Join Session Mag as we celebrate 100 Days of Blue Mind starting on Memorial Day through Labor Day in which we will consciously choose to be in relationship with our local bodies of water every day, in some way, for 100 days. We will share about our journey and offer challenges to YOU, dear readers, to dive further into our life well-lived around water. See you in the blue.
