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The 3-Day Effect

By: Florence Williams
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Can nature really make us feel better? The 3-Day Effect takes a look at the science behind why being in the wild can make us happier, healthier, and more creative. Whether it’s rafting down Utah’s Green River, hiking in Utah’s wilderness, or walking through Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC, scientists are finding that the more exposure humans have to nature, the more we can benefit from reduced anxiety, enhanced creativity, and overall well-being.

Join science journalist Florence Williams and other researchers as they guide former war veterans, sex trafficking survivors, and even a nature-hater on three-day excursions into the wild. The crews don brainwave measuring devices to test nature’s direct effect on intelligence, creativity, and emotional health.

As it turns out, being outdoors can be a miracle cure for an array of serious and everyday ailments. The astonishing results of this understudied phenomenon inspire action…and definitely a walk in the park

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  • The morning after the third day...
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  • His relationship to the world shifted.
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  • The brain itself has been trickier to study…
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  • A week on the river is a year of therapy for me.
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  • Being in nature is especially helpful with trauma.

About the Creator

Florence Williams is a journalist and the author of The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier and More Creative, which the The New York Times calls fascinating and JP Morgan named a top summer read of 2017. The Wall Street Journal calls her writing exceptional...droll and crisp, which makes her feel like a pastry. She is a contributing editor at Outside Magazine and she wrote and hosted Outside's podcast series, The XX Factor. Her six-part Audible Original series based on The Nature Fix, The 3-Day Effect, won a 2019 Gracie Award from the Alliance for Women in Media, as did her previous Audible Original series, Breasts Unbound. Her first book, Breasts: A Natural and Unnatural History, won an Audie Award for best nonfiction title, and the 2013 Los Angeles Times Book Prize in Science and Technology.

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I really enjoyed this

Clearly a compiled podcast but excellent story. Very poignant in places, found myself getting teary eyed. That said, there was quite a bit of repetition and it was a bit disjointed. Still, I'd recommend it as a good, quick read. I was hoping for a clearer outcome on the science part... It ends up being much less scienc-y than I thought it would be, which is found disappointing.

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Lots of Potential, But Missed the Mark

Had the potential to be a little better. Everything with the veterans and battered women was incredible, but I found myself very annoyed when the investigator kept comparing her divorce to a similar level of suffering as the before mentioned groups. While I know divorce is challenging and it can feel like everything is ending, I can't entertain a conversation where it is being compared to those who were physically or sexually abused or suffer from PTSD post war/battle.

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An interesting read

This style Audible book is another first for me. The best way I can describe this book is that it was less of a story, and more of a report in the style of an indepth magazine article. It is very reminiscent of one of the critically acclaimed radio shows found on NPR. The narration was very honest and organic. I felt as if the author was talking to me directly. My only disapointment was that I could only listen, and not participate and engage in the conversation.

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A nice story of life away from the rat race

Anecdotal account of three days in the wilderness and how getting away from it all can benefit our mental and emotional health.

Even uses the word "science" a few times.

Not sorry I read it, but really can't recommend except as a good beach listen.

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Audio Documentary

The book has an one line premise that nature is good for your mental health no matter how desperate your situation is and you can't but agree with it. The real location audio and the documentary feel to it makes it a pleasant listen.

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Really surprised me!

I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. Very smooth, calming and enlightening. Can't wait to listen to it again!

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Colorado Resident Loved This!

I'm a NW Colorado resident, so to hear her talking about rafting in my backyard was pretty neat. Growing up in the mountains is a privilege I hold dear & this Audible book reminded me of that. I was laughing one minute & saying "interesting" the next. The science behind this report is fascinating & one that many outdoor enthusiasts will say "duh" when they hear how the outdoors can improve your well being. No matter what your life walk has been, listen to this report. It's well done, entertaining & will have you wanting more.

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Very inspiring!!finished this book in about 3 days

I really felt a connection to this book. I'm a mom if 3 young boys, an equipment rental owner and a wife. My life us filled with stress. I feel like this book is inspiring to me, by helping me see ways I can reduce my stress level. I love nature as well and I hope to make more time to enjoy its benefits.

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Good "in the moment" recordings of emotions.

A lot of what I've known has been shared in a book. Good validation of the experiments.

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Good Data!

I would recommend this book for those intrigued and learning a spiritual path, just trying to get closer to nature or themselves, or anyone needing some holistic healing. It gives some great scientifically backed data for the positive effects but does bounce around a bit. There were a few spots I was confused as to who was speaking.

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