Mindfulness in the Garden

Learn how to bring full awareness to the present moment while being immersed in a natural garden setting.

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Location

Visitor Centre, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Date

First Friday of the month

Time

12pm – 1pm

Price

$25 per person

Duration

1 hour 

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Learning, mindfulness, and a deeper connection with nature

Mindfulness in the Garden is the practice of bringing full awareness to the present moment while being immersed in a natural garden setting. It involves consciously tuning into the senses—what you see, hear, feel, and smell—while gently quieting the mind.

Benefits of mindfulness in nature:

  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Improves attention and clarity
  • Enhances emotional regulation
  • Strengthens the sense of connection to self, others, and the environment
  • Supports physical health by lowering blood pressure and cortisol

 

Does 1 hour of Mindfulness in Nature Have an Impact?

  • Yes, 1 hour is enough to create measurable benefits, such as:
  • Lower heart rate and blood pressure
  • Reduced levels of cortisol (stress hormone)
  • Improved mood and sense of calm
  • Sharpened mental focus
  • Boosted feelings of vitality and awe

 

Research shows even 10–20 minutes in nature can improve wellbeing; 1 hour deepens that effect.

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