Episode 057: The Science of Awe

Nature Unplugged Podcast

Have you had your mind blown recently? Perhaps you had an opportunity to visit a place of epic natural beauty like the Grand Canyon or Yosemite. Or, maybe you spent some time looking up at the stars on a clear night. There is a word to describe this complex and mysterious feeling, awe. In this episode, we are going to dive into what awe is and the growing body of research around why it can make you happier, healthier, and more connected to others. SHOW NOTES: The Science of Awe: https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/images/uploads/GGSC-JTF_White_Paper-Awe_FINAL.pdf Eight reasons why awe makes your life better: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/eight_reasons_why_awe_makes_your_life_better Cape Cod diver left with a whale of a tale after a humpback spat him out: https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/11/us/cape-cod-diver-eaten-by-whale/index.html Check out our website: https://www.natureunplugged.com/ CREDITS: Intro and Outro Song: The Soft Pack - Mexico