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Blue Spaces: How and Why Water Makes Us Feel Better
Blue Spaces: How and Why Water Makes Us Feel Better
Blue Spaces: How and Why Water Makes Us Feel Better
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Blue Spaces: How and Why Water Makes Us Feel Better

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'A timely read for today's challenges. Catherine Kelly's wise and informed memoir-style narrative helps us understand why blue spaces are so valued by swimmers everywhere and offers tools for those seeking wellbeing in a new way' Ella Foote, Outdoor Swimming Magazine Ella Foote, Outdoor Swimming Magazine

Why do so many of us feel drawn to water?

Researchers around the globe have become increasingly intrigued by our psychological response to Blue Spaces: the sea, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. Studies are showing that being near water or blue space is an instant mood-lifter, helping us to be present, less stressed, and to feel more connected.

What is it about water that helps us come back to ourselves?

Many of us naturally gravitate towards the nearest blue space for our regular walks. There is an innate balancing quality that water brings – whether it's crashing waves, gentle oceans, distant horizons, or the reflections we see, water can bring on a meditative 'blue mind' state.

Join Dr Catherine Kelly, geographer, wellbeing practitioner and cold-water swimming enthusiast, as she explores the latest research into the physical, psychological and social factors that connect water and wellbeing and explains why water makes us feel better. Throughout the book you will also find exercises and suggestions to help you enhance your own wellbeing.




LanguageEnglish
Release dateSep 7, 2021
ISBN9781837963256
Blue Spaces: How and Why Water Makes Us Feel Better
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Dr Catherine Kelly Phd

Dr. Catherine Kelly is the Wild Beach School Brighton’s director. She has been a geography academic for more than 20 years. With a degree in natural sciences from Trinity College Dublin, she also holds a Ph.D in geography, a BSc. in Stress Management, and diplomas in Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques... plus Wild Beach School training from Sussex Wildlife Trust. She has lectured at various universities in the UK and Ireland; her research and publication areas include geography, environment, and the field of wellbeing. She is currently working on research into nature and outdoor wellbeing. She also sits on the Board of the Sussex UNESCO Biosphere. Catherine is passionate about the sea, learning, nature and helping both adults and children to enjoy, explore and relax outdoors by the coast.

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