Go Slow: Adopt the Pace of Nature | Christine Norton

NOTE FROM TED: While some viewers may find this helpful as a complementary approach, please do not look to this talk for health advice. This talk represents the speaker’s personal views on nature, the immune system, and mental health, and falls outside TED’s content guidelines.

We all know nature is good for us, but how often do we truly connect with it? In this heartfelt talk, Dr. Christine Norton blends personal stories with research-informed practices to show how intentionally slowing down and engaging with the natural world can improve our wellbeing and deepen our sense of belonging.

Dr. Christine Lynn Norton is a Professor of Social Work at Texas State University, a Fulbright Scholar, and a licensed clinical and experiential therapist. Her work focuses on outdoor, experiential mental health interventions and the power of nature in healing.