Gardening for Mind, Body and Soul: How to Nurture Your Well-Being with Nature

by Annie Burdick

Discover the joys and health-giving benefits of nurturing a garden


We have long been aware of the positive effects of spending time in nature and how it can be a powerful antidote to the stresses of modern life. Science now tells us that cultivating a green space of our own can be restorative and even transformative for our physical and mental well-being, with a proven ability to reduce depression and anxiety, boost our happiness levels and provide a feeling of balance and calm.


Gardening for Mind, Body and Soul will help




Explore which plants release scents to help uplift and soothe.






Discover the ways gardening can boost physical and mental well-being, and promote feelings of balance and calm.






Learn about birdsong and how it can boost happiness and creativity.






Experience the wonders of growing plants from seeds, and how it teaches us to slow down and appreciate the simple things.

161 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 10, 2022

Reviews

[Ayesha Blake · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book just made me more excited than ever to get to planting this year. I can't wait to spend more time in my garden with the knowledge I got from this book.

[Bonnie Westmark · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved every page! Made me want to be out in my garden!!!!!

[Audrey Surma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gardening for Mind, Body, and Soul by Annie Burdick is an absolute gem. The pages are stunning—filled with serene imagery and a calming design that mirrors the book’s nurturing message. Burdick’s writing is gentle, wise, and deeply thoughtful, offering a mindful approach to gardening that goes far beyond plants and soil. This book feels like a peaceful breath of fresh air and is as much a guide to inner growth as it is to cultivating a garden. A truly beautiful and inspiring read. I enjoyed reading a few pages each morning while drinking my coffee and sitting near my garden.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

There’s nothing revolutionary here, as most of this information has been previously documented, but it’s useful having it all in one place. There were plenty of ideas that hadn’t occurred to me, such as planting for the senses. Worth a read, if you’re looking to gain maximum benefit to your mental health from your garden.

[Daniella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book has some great ideas. I liked the bug hotel.