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As conversations around workplace wellbeing continue to evolve, one of the world's largest employers has demonstrated how thoughtful design can play a role in supporting employee mental health. At its Seattle headquarters, Amazon created The Spheres three striking glass conservatories spanning around two acres and home to more than 40,000 plants. Designed as spaces where employees can work, meet, and recharge, The Spheres reflect a deliberate investment in bringing nature int

What Is Green Social Prescribing? Green social prescribing is an approach where healthcare professionals connect people with nature-based activities to support their mental, physical, and social wellbeing. Instead of a traditional prescription, individuals might be referred to things like community gardening, guided nature walks, conservation projects, outdoor exercise groups, or time spent in local parks and green spaces. Why the NHS is embracing it There’s a growing reco

We live in an age where our phones seem to buzz more often than the wind rustles the trees. Screens dominate our attention, they wake us up, fill our commutes, and wind us down. But while scrolling offers quick hits of distraction, it rarely offers what we truly need: restoration. As the research keeps reminding us, time spent in nature, i.e., “green time” , is one of the most effective ways to reset our minds and bodies. It’s not just about grand adventures or mountain views

Mindful walking in nature is a practice of being fully present in the natural world by using all your senses to engage with your surroundings. You might have heard of it as ‘forest bathing’ or the Japanese art of Shinrin-yoku. It involves focusing on physical sensations, like the feeling of your feet on the ground, and on sensory details such as sights, sounds, smells, and the feel of the breeze, to reduce stress and increase a sense of calm and well-being. The goal is to foc

As the days grow shorter and the skies turn grey, many of us feel it: the shift from autumn into winter can bring more than just a change in wardrobe. For employees and organisations, the darker months can also mean a rise in stress, fatigue, and reduced engagement. The good news? By intentionally connecting with the outdoors and bringing nature into our working day, we can better support wellbeing . Why Winter Is Especially Challenging The seasonality of mood and energy is r