Episode 15

Nature's Healing Power: A Chat with Maggy Blagrove from Open Minds Active

Published on: 1st May, 2024

Join Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi as he explores the magic of nature with Maggy Blagrove from Open Minds Active. This UK-based organisation is all about bringing people together outdoors for better mental health.

What Open Minds Active Does:

  • Open Minds Active helps people reconnect with nature through outdoor activities like wild swimming and yoga.
  • They have a team of experts who make sure everyone feels welcome and included.

Their Core Values:

  • Community: Creating a friendly space where everyone can have fun together.
  • Equality: Making sure everyone, no matter their background, can enjoy nature.
  • Environment: Respecting and enjoying the great outdoors.
  • Resilience: Helping people feel mentally strong through outdoor movement.
  • Adventure: Encouraging exploration and excitement in nature.
  • Self-care and Care of Others: Teaching skills to cope with life's challenges and supporting each other.

Nature's Healing Effects:

  • Spending time in nature reduces stress and improves mental well-being.
  • Activities like wild swimming and yoga outdoors can boost resilience.
  • Inclusive Communities:
  • Open Minds Active creates safe spaces where everyone can join in outdoor fun, regardless of who they are.
  • Many people have found joy and support in this community.

Open Minds Active aims to reach more people and spread the benefits of outdoor activities for mental health.

Discover the power of nature for your well-being with Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi and Maggy Blagrove. Open Minds Active is making outdoor adventures accessible to all, showing that nature truly has the ability to heal and unite us.

Produced using funding from NHS Tayside Educational Fund and the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine.

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The Movement Prescription
Welcome to The Movement Prescription, the podcast where movement meets medicine. Hosted by three dynamic GPs, Dr. Callum Leese, Dr. Suzy Scarlett, and Dr. Hussain Al-Zubaidi, this show is your go-to resource for understanding the transformative power of physical activity in healthcare.

Backed by the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine, The Movement Prescription shares the society's bold vision: transforming healthcare and tackling health inequalities through the principles of lifestyle medicine.

Designed for everyone but with health professionals in mind, this podcast aims to educate, inspire, and empower listeners to integrate physical activity into healthcare settings. Whether you're a clinician, a health advocate, or someone passionate about promoting well-being, our episodes offer actionable insights, real-world examples, and expert interviews.

In Season Two, we dive deeper, challenging misconceptions about physical activity and exploring innovative ways to address it across diverse healthcare scenarios, including for disease-specific groups. Join us as we unlock the potential of movement to revolutionize health and bridge the gaps in healthcare for a healthier, more equitable future.

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