109 — Reclaim Your Natural Wild Side in a World That Tries to Keep You Tame with Filmaker/Author Craig Foster

How much time do you spend in nature? Most of us spend far more time indoors than outdoors. And we’re more likely to be surrounded by electronics than trees.
 
Craig Foster, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker behind My Octopus Teacher, says we’ve lost touch with our wild side. Not only is that bad for our psychological well-being, but it’s harmful to the ecosystem. He’s written a book called Amphibious Soul, and he’s now encouraging all of us to get in touch with our wild side again. Some of the things he shares are how to rewild ourselves, how to really learn about nature, and how to use nature to reinvigorate our lives.
 

Key Takeaways:

• Rewilding ourselves by reconnecting with nature can significantly boost our mental health and create a feeling of security.
• Learning about and immersing ourselves in nature offers a lifetime of joy and fascination, improving not only our own well-being but also the health of our ecosystem.
• Encounters with nature can transform our relationships with other humans by reducing pressure and enriching social interactions.
• Despite modern life’s disconnect, even small, daily steps toward understanding nature can have profound impacts on how we view the world.
• Nurturing our relationship with biodiversity is essential for the survival of our investments, governments, social systems, and ultimately humanity.