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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 50 MIN

Here’s an incredibly simple strategy for well-being!

from The CRAM Podcast ~ Extraordinary Ideas Unleashed · host Mary Ito

It’s not too often I come across research that’s this simple AND effective – according to the evidence.Based on the results of a number of studies, this simple strategy can elevate your mood, make you feel connected, happier… and even give greater meaning to your life.  You can do it almost anywhere and maybe best of all, it doesn’t add any significant time to your day.  The strategy is called “Noticing Nature.”  And the researcher behind it is Psychologist Holli-Anne Passmore.  Try this practice and see if it works for you!  INFO ON GUEST:Holli-Anne Passmore is an Assoc. Prof. and Chair of the Dept. of Psychology at Concordia University of Edmonton.  https://concordia.ab.ca/faculty-arts/departments/psychology/faculty/full-time-faculty-psychology/holli-anne-passmore/She’s also Director of the multi-university Nature-Meaning in Life Research Lab and an editor at the Int’l Journal of Well Being. https://nature-mill.org/Here’s a CBC article on her “Noticing Nature Intervention:” https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thecurrent/noticing-nature-experts-1.7434315We’d really appreciate your support!  Please rate our podcast and subscribe and follow us on social @CRAMideas.  Support the CRAM Podcast!Research shapes our lives, yet so much of it doesn’t reach the public. CRAM bridges the gap, bringing groundbreaking Canadian research to everyone. To keep this important work going, we need your support.CRAM is a registered charity, and Canadian donors will receive a tax receipt. Help us share the research that matters and donate using the link below. Thank you!https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/124993 

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