In this episode of The Dive Locker Podcast we learn about the physiological benefits of outdoor recreation with Dr. Heather Jordon Clark.
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Well, I love today’s guest. I mean really, love today’s guest. That’s because she’s my wife! Dr. Heather Jordon Clark is a clinical psychologist specializing in health psychology. With 15+ years as a psychologist, Heather has worked with numerous types of clients including executives and business owners, pastors and ministry leaders, healthcare professionals, teachers, and parents.
We were having a dinner the other night and the topic of vacationing came up. We discussed how we feel a deep need to be as immersed in nature as possible to really feel at peace and like we are really living. That opened up a larger discussion of why that was.
So, I wanted Heather to come on and do an episode about this. Why? Because yes it is good to know, but you can also use these concepts in your marketing and your branding. Seriously, posts that touch into peoples’ wellbeing are highly engaging and shareable. So, this is an episode with physiology and psychology, but you can pull a marketing and branding twist from it as well.
Please note, a disclaimer. The information provided in this episode is for general educational purposes only. It is not therapy or treatment. Dr. Clark will not be responding to specific questions or comments in response to this episode about personal situations, appropriate diagnosis or treatment, and she is not otherwise providing clinical opinions in this podcast. If you think you need immediate mental health assistance, call your local emergency number or go to an emergency room.
Items In This Episode
- Reduction in blood pressure and other disorders when outside
- People will tend to play and exercise longer when outside, you will burn 10% more calories outside
- Kids are 2x more active when playing outside
- Diving and getting outdoors reduces stress, reduces depression, improves self esteem, improves mood
- People are happier outdoors
- What is Eco-Therapy?
- “Being in nature is like being in a spa for your mind” Dr. Heather Clark
- The social aspect, the community, of outdoor recreation is powerful
- The importance of Vitamin D and how it improves sleep cycles
- Fresh air helps reduce cortisol – the stress hormone
- The amazing health benefits of water
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