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Donald Murphy
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Host Don Murphy has been a medical research assistant at the Salk Institute For Biological Research, a park ranger, director of California State Parks and deputy director of the U.S. National Park Service. He has traveled the world representing the United States on the World Heritage Commission. Don is the author of several books: “Love Vignettes”, a collection of love sonnets; “Beth”, a coming of age story of a young girl; and several children’s books. Don was honored by the University of California, San Diego as one of its top 50 Alumni. For fifteen years he led executive leadership seminars at the Aspen Institute in Aspen, Colorado and at the Federal Executive Institute in Charlottesville, Virginia. For the past ten years Don has led Making Sense of Science Seminars to promote science literacy among seniors.

Embracing Nature

We evolved with nature—not apart from it. Our ancestors lived in forests, roamed plains, and drank from rivers. Even though modern life has taken us far from that way of living, the connection remains hardwired into our DNA. Have you ever noticed how your mood improves after a walk in the woods? Or how stargazing can make your worries melt away? That’s not coincidence, it’s biology. As our Experts in this area of the site explain, time spent in natural environments can reduce cortisol (the Stress hormone), lower blood pressure, and boost feelings of happiness and vitality. More than that, nature nurtures our creativity. Some of the world’s greatest thinkers—from Darwin to Thoreau—found inspiration in wild places. The raw, untamed energy of nature has a way of igniting our inner spark.

This bond between humans and nature becomes even more apparent when we’re kids. Watch a child chase butterflies or marvel at a waterfall, and you’ll see pure joy. As adults, we often lose that wonder. Whether you’re seeking adventure, healing, or inspiration, nature is waiting to welcome you. All you have to do is step outside—and step into wonder.

Nature Specialists & Contributors

Alejandra Santos Miss Santos
April Chavez Public Speaker
Colleen Slaughter Founder, Author, Speaker, Executive Coach
Corinna Stoeffl Mentor for Conscious Living
David Buck Time Strategist
Douglas B. Jones Author: Medicare for the Lazy Man, Simplest & Easiest Guide Ever!; Medicare Enrollment Guide (Download free from my site); Medicare Drug Plans, A Simple D-I-Y Guide!;
Dr. Larry F. Waldman Psychologist-Retired
Eli Weinstein Eli Weinstein, LCSW
Eva Selhub Resilience Consultant, Founder of Resilience Experts, LLC
Isabel Alexander Transformation Catalyst
Janet Taylor Life Organizer and Podcast Host
Jo Rosen Founder & President of Parkinson’s Resource Organization
Jonathan Quick Host Jonathan Quick
Ken Frumkin Ken
Kevin Strauss Emotional Health & Wellness Consultant, CEO at Uchi
Kim Groshek CEO
Kim Lengling Author, Podcast Host
Mark Zweig & Eric Howerton Big Talk About Small Business
Mary Mac Author, Podcaster
Michael Esposito Keynote Speaker & Transformational Coach
Natasha Tynes Author
Patrick Bass Patrick Bass
Ray Doustdar Host Deep Shallow Dive Podcast
Rick Cram Rick Cram — Plan To Be Your Best

Podcasts About Nature
Nature and Science Podcast
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
The Connected Leadership Podcast
Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell
The 5Cs
The Glen Alex Show
Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino
Spilling Tea with D
One World in a New World - Apocalyptic Chats
Conversations with a Chiropractor
Grief and Rebirth: Finding the Joy in Life
GRIEF Ladies: A Guide to What Comes Next

Books About Nature
Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding on and Letting Go
By Laurie James
Psychological Analysis: How to Make Money, Outsmart the Market, and Join the Smart Money Circle
By Adam Sarhan
Lost Angel Unleashed
By Linda Ballou
The Acorn Principle
By Jim Cathcart
Where Dandelions Grow
By Maya Delaney (Mai Joe)
The Buddha and the Bee
By Cory Mortensen
101 Clues to a Happy Life
By Alex Bäcker
48 Whispers
By Kevin Hancock
A Minute to Think: Reclaim Creativity, Conquer Busyness, and Do Your Best Work
By Juliet Funt
Naked in Eden
By Robin Easton
Perfect
By Pc McCullough
Flight of the Rondone
By Patrick Girondi

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