The 10th Anniversary Edition of Blue Mind will be released on December 3rd 2024. The book includes 160 updated endnotes, an extensive new afterword, a Blue Mind inspired reading list, and a new cover. Pre-orders are available now.
BlueMind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do describes the undeniable effects and impact of water on human health and our well-being.
The book is summary is fascinating, “A decade ago, marine biologist Dr. Wallace J. Nichols revolutionized how we think about our connection to water, exploring the questions we’ve long lacked answers to: Why are we drawn to lakes, rivers, oceans, beaches, and pools each summer? Why does being near water set our minds and bodies at ease, boost creativity, enhance wellness, and increase longevity? Over the past several years, Blue Mind has become the ultimate resource on the remarkable benefits of being near, in, on, or under water.
Combining cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and cross-disciplinary data with compelling personal stories from top athletes, leading scientists, military veterans, and gifted artists, Nichols shows how proximity to water can improve performance, increase calm, diminish anxiety, and increase professional success. Now with updated science-backed research, examples of innovative practitioners, and a new afterword on the far-reaching impact of this groundbreaking book, Blue Mind not only illustrates the crucial importance of our connection to water; it provides a paradigm shifting “blueprint” for a movement to create better lives for everyone on this Blue Marble we call home.“
Dr. Nichols also announced the 11th Annual 100 Days of Blue Mind Challenge that began on May 26th and continues through September 2nd. “The idea is simple: get near, in, on or under water daily. If you miss a day, don’t worry. Just keep on going. If you’re on social media use the #bluemind hashtag so fellow water-lovers can easily follow along. See you near, in, on or under the water…“
For more information, visit wallacejnichols.org.
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