Ep.34 - Gardening for Wellbeing: Why getting our hands dirty is good for our mental health | Ellen Mary

Ellen Mary joins us for a fascinating chat about the physical and mental well-being benefits of getting our fingers in the soil, growing plants and connecting with the natural world.Ellen is an author, broadcaster, speaker, creator, podcaster, columnist & gardener. She's trained in horticulture, social and therapeutic horticulture, cognitive behaviour therapy and wellness coaching, and talks at shows and events around the country about gardening, nature and how we are connected together.To find out more about Ellen and her work go to https://www.ellenmarygardening.co.uk/Link to episode in bio.In this episode, we also touch on Forest Bathing and Grounding, and you can find out more in these other Right Up My Podcast episodes:Ep.3 - Forest Bathing: https://rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/5852749-ep-3-forest-bathingEp.6 - Grounding: https://rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/6517003-ep-6-grounding-earthingFind out more!For all RUMP info in one place: visit our linkt.reeGet a shout-out:Want a mention on the next RUMPette? Tell us your feedback or what you do to make yourself feel good: [email protected] RUMP: If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | PatreonOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee!Be social with us:Instagram      Facebook     TikTokThank you to our team:Music – Andrew GrimesArtwork – Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media – Kate BallsRUMPette Voiceover – Dave Jones