Beat the summer heat with us as we explore the healing power of water spaces!

We know that spending time in green spaces supports our mental well-being, but research also suggests that "blue spaces" offer equally powerful benefits: quieting the mind, reducing stress, and promoting a deep sense of calm. If you’ve ever noticed that you feel lighter, calmer, or more refreshed after spending time by a lake or the ocean, we talk through the research and theories, focusing on therapeutic effects, psychological impact, cultural connection, and our everyday life!

Chapters

• 00:00 The Healing Power of Water
• 01:17 The Therapeutic Effects of Natural Water Spaces
• 02:25 The Psychological Impact of Water Environments
• 06:29 Cultural and Evolutionary Connection to Water
• 13:58 Water in Everyday Life
• 22:29 Showering as a Therapeutic Ritual
• 25:38 The Joy of Night Showers
• 26:31 Nordic Style Spa Experiences
• 29:09 The Taboo of Bathhouses
• 30:47 Skinny Dipping and Refreshing Water Moments
• 36:07 Surfing and Water Activities
• 39:30 Fishing and Water Experiences
• 42:09 Hydration and Water Stories

This week, we discuss glimmers, or moments of joy and hope that can be intentionally sought out and cultivated in our everyday lives. Glimmers are sensory cues, either internal or external, and their neurological impact comes from telling your nervous system, “You are safe.” Researchers and advocates argue that glimmers can even act as the exact opposite of a trigger, but what do Sibyl and Micheline think? Will they try to find more glimmers in their lives?

Happy Pride! This episode is all about ways to support our LGBTQ+ colleagues. Jacob Bonnema joins us to talk about that by discussing the impact of scholarships, challenges in financing education, the influence of inspirational educators, unique challenges for LGBTQ+ healthcare workers, advocacy and visibility in healthcare, the role of CRNAs and advocacy, and the sense of belonging in the nursing profession.