EPISODE · Jul 14, 2026 · 24 MIN
92. Time in Nature | Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul
from Healthy & Redeemed - Helping Christians Grow in Mental and Spiritual Health · host Healey Ikerd, LPC, LMFT
Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail Feeling stressed, anxious, or just mentally drained — and don't have time or money for a remedy? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore the mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits of spending time in God’s creation. Drawing from research and Scripture, we discuss how nature can help reduce stress, restore our attention, and provide space to connect with God. You’ll also receive practical ideas for incorporating time outdoors into everyday life and a guided listening exercise using the sounds of nature. Whether we're dealing with anxiety, an overwhelming week, or just need to reset, this episode offers a coping skill that's free, easy, and available anytime we need it. TPSSNA3GOJ9PQEMJ, 0YV8KV1AYABK6BA7 Helpful Episodes: Creating Healthy Coping Skills Articles and Research on the Benefits of Nature Benefits of Nature - 17 Minutes Nature and Mental Health Nurtured by Nature Health Benefits of Nature Through a Window Nature and Mental Health Support the show ______________________________ Learn more about becoming a Christian: How to Know Jesus: An Invitation into God's Story (Podcast Episode) How to Be Saved (Resources on my Website) ________________________________ Get Healey's Books: Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and Forgiveness The Companion Activity Book for The Red Ball The Worried Little Goat _______________________________ For free Mental Health Resources: Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access! *This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health. It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship. *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire websi...
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Send us your thoughts through Fan Mail Feeling stressed, anxious, or just mentally drained — and don't have time or money for a remedy? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore the mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits of spending time in God’s creation. Drawing from research and Scripture, we discuss how nature can help reduce stress, restore our attention, and provide space to connect with God. You’ll also receive practical ideas for incorporating time outdoors ...
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