The Mindful Birding Podcast
The Mindful Birding Podcast – Cultivating the health benefits and joy of Mindful Birding
Join co-hosts Holly Merker and Holly Thomas, along with other voices of the Mindful Birding Network and beyond, as we explore topics surrounding the practice of Mindful Birding.
Episodes will delve into this style of observation, which pairs together elements of mindfulness and birding, amplifying the personal wellness benefits of both. Here, you’ll find episodes featuring insights into Mindful Birding from people around the globe, science segments, author interviews, tips for enhancing your Mindful Birding practice, plus a spotlight on the joy of birdsong.
The Mindful Birding Podcast
Episode 6: Birds and Childhood Well-being with Dr. Geraldine Oades-Sese
In this episode, Holly & Holly chat with child psychologist and author Dr. Geraldine Oades-Sese about her forthcoming children’s book Melusine: Birds of Many Feathers, a book that weaves the message of inclusivity and diversity using bird language and birding.
Dr. Gerry shares the importance of nature for childhood mental wellbeing and resilience, and tips on how to bring birds and nature into their lives, as well as her own experiences with using birds as a therapeutic vehicle both professionally and personally.
Holly Thomas explores one theory, showing causes and effects of attention fatigue, demonstrating the power of the natural world in our “Mindful Birding Nerding Science Segment”.
Mary Oliver’s wisdom and skillful use of words invites us to explore our connections to the natural world in thought-provoking ways, and in this episode, Holly Thomas shares the poem Such Singing in the Wild Branches to celebrate gratitude for birdsong.
Chris Benesh takes us on a trip to the mountains of New Mexico, where we listen to the soundscapes featuring Red-faced Warbler, Grace’s Warbler, Warbling and Plumbeous Vireos, Brown Creeper, and Mountain Chickadee.
Intro music: “Inspired by Nature” by PlayAgain
Intro Birdsong & Clips throughout : Western Meadowlark
Outro music: “Inspired by Nature” by PlayAgain
Outro Birdsong: Eastern Meadowlark
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Produced by Co-hosts Holly Merker and Holly Thomas
