We All Need Some ART In Our Lives
(Attention Restoration Theory), in a nutshell, ART, proposes that exposure to nature is not only enjoyable but can also help us improve our focus and ability to concentrate. Below are 4 common features that have been linked through research with natural environments and gardens that provide restoration. Being away - time away from usual stresses of life and “getting away from it all”. Extent - provides enough content and structure to occupy the mind. Fascination - passive interaction, catching and holding your attention without effort. Compatibility - ease of opportunity to spend time in green space and for special populations,...