In this episode of 6 Minute English, Neil and Georgina discuss the benefits of connecting with nature for mental health, a practice known as ecotherapy. They explore how activities in nature can help improve well-being and share insights from experts in the field.
Today’s movie
6 Minute English
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OjMuGloIRo
Listening Quiz
Test your knowledge with this quiz question:
Q1: How high is the world’s tallest tree thought to be?
Q2: What is ‘biophilia’?
Q3: What does ‘innate’ mean?
Q4: What does ‘panacea’ refer to?
Q5: What is the definition of ‘therapeutic’?
Vocabulary
Expand your vocabulary with these key terms:
tonic
A substance that invigorates or strengthens the body or mind
The fresh air and sunshine acted as a tonic for her spirits.
The fresh air and sunshine acted as a tonic for her spirits.
horticulture
The art or practice of garden cultivation and management
She studied horticulture to learn more about sustainable gardening.
She studied horticulture to learn more about sustainable gardening.
panacea
A solution or remedy for all difficulties or diseases
Some people mistakenly view exercise as a panacea for all health problems.
Some people mistakenly view exercise as a panacea for all health problems.
therapeutic
Having a healing or curative effect on the body or mind
The soothing music had a therapeutic effect on the patients in the hospital.
The soothing music had a therapeutic effect on the patients in the hospital.
biophilia
An innate love for the natural world and living organisms
Her biophilia led her to volunteer at the local wildlife sanctuary.
Her biophilia led her to volunteer at the local wildlife sanctuary.