A 7-day journey to reconnect with the earth through the quiet practice of tending plants.
7 days 15 min/day 115 min total
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Overview
A 7-day journey to reconnect with the earth through the quiet practice of tending plants.
Why It Matters
Gardening is one of the oldest ways humans have connected with nature — and one of the most researched. When your hands meet soil, something settles. This sprint invites you to tend something living, whether you have a backyard garden, a balcony pot, or a single windowsill plant. The practice isn't about growing the perfect tomato. It's about remembering that you're part of something growing.
Research Spotlight
Horticultural therapy research shows that contact with soil and gardening activity reduces cortisol levels and improves mood more effectively than passive relaxation. A 2011 study found that a 30-minute gardening session produced greater drops in salivary cortisol and larger mood improvements than reading indoors, suggesting that active engagement with living things offers unique restorative benefits.
Source: van den Berg, A. E., & Custers, M. H. (2011). Gardening promotes neuroendocrine and affective restoration from stress. Journal of Health Psychology, 16(1), 3–15.
