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<\/p>\nThe average Brit only gets 32 minutes in nature a day \u2013 with more than half saying they struggle to find time to get outdoors.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Londoners see the least amount of nature in comparison to the rest of the UK, as they\u2019re exposed to only 28 minutes a day.<\/p>\n
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The study of 2,000 adults found more than a quarter (26 per cent) find it harder to connect with nature now than they did 10 years ago.<\/p>\n
And 46 per cent of those blame this on living in cities and built-up areas with less greenery.<\/p>\n
While nearly six in 10 of all those polled feel that no matter how much time they get in nature \u2013 it's never enough.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Walks in the park (58 per cent), enjoying a coffee in the garden (39 per cent), and taking off shoes and going barefoot (10 per cent) are among the ways we connect with the Earth.<\/p>\n
But with winter approaching, bad weather (40 per cent), long hours at work (24 per cent) and keeping the house clean (16 per cent) are factors holding people back from getting outdoors.<\/p>\n Th study was commissioned by the Flower Council of Holland, which also worked with digital artist Rek0de to create a virtual re-imagining of three iconic London landmarks \u2013 Tate Modern, Tower Bridge and\u00a0Trellick\u00a0Tower \u2013 transforming them into natural havens.<\/p>\n An AR filter has also been developed so anyone with a camera phone can see how nature can transform our cityscapes and homes.<\/p>\n Gabrielle\u00a0Dullaart, from the Flower Council of Holland, said: \u201cEscapism into nature can be found in many forms.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n \u201cNature is the ultimate remedy for our hectic lives; a place where we find peace and rediscover our true selves.<\/p>\n \u201cSpending time in nature, even just for a short time, is like hitting the 'reset' button for your mind and soul. It's where we recharge and find clarity.<\/p>\n \u201cAs longer nights loom in those coming winter months, it\u2019s important we don\u2019t lose touch with nature.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n The study also found 63 per cent of adults think it\u2019s important to spend time in nature to boost mental health.<\/p>\n While 60 per cent feel it\u2019s vital for physical wellbeing, and the same percentage think it can reduce stress levels.<\/p>\n And while 76 per cent consider themselves at least somewhat happy as a person, 40 per cent of those who aren\u2019t say more time in nature would help.<\/p>\n Despite this, 53 per cent find it hard to fit in time to connect with nature, according to the\u00a0OnePoll.com\u00a0data.<\/p>\n While as many as 42 per cent went as far as to say people have forgotten how to\u00a0get in touch with\u00a0nature.<\/p>\n Gabrielle\u00a0Dullaart\u00a0added: \u201cIn the midst of the chaos of modern life, nature provides a refuge for our well-being. It's the antidote to our daily stress.<\/p>\n \u201cEmbracing nature isn't just a lifestyle choice, it's a statement of our commitment to a sustainable and harmonious future.<\/p>\n \u201cEven if you can\u2019t make it out for a hike in the woods at lunchtime, filling your home with plants and cut flowers can ensure you at least have greenery nearby at all times and still benefit from the effects.\u201d<\/p>\n Following the findings, RHS Chelsea Flower Show winner Ian Drummond gave his top tips for city dwellers to connect with nature from listening to recordings of birdsong or bringing art into the home such as paintings of nature or prints, sculpture, digital\u00a0art\u00a0and photography.<\/p>\n 1.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Walks in the park<\/p>\n 2.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Listening to the sounds of nature such as birds singing <\/p>\n 3.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Drinking tea\/coffee in the garden<\/p>\n 4.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Watching the sunset\/sunrise<\/p>\n 5.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Growing and keeping house plants<\/p>\n 6.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Looking at the stars<\/p>\n 7.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Smelling flowers<\/p>\n 8.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Watching nature documentaries<\/p>\n 9.\u2002\u2002\u2002\u2002Getting a bird feeder for the garden<\/p>\n 10.\u2002\u2002\u2002Going on hikes<\/p>\n 11.\u2002\u2002\u2002Eating lunch on a bench outside<\/p>\n 12.\u2002\u2002\u2002Going for picnics<\/p>\n 13.\u2002\u2002\u2002Buying cut flowers<\/p>\n 14.\u2002\u2002\u2002Talking to other people about nature<\/p>\n 15.\u2002\u2002\u2002Going for a run<\/p>\n 16.\u2002\u2002\u2002Donating to charities connected with nature<\/p>\n 17.\u2002\u2002\u2002Going camping<\/p>\n 18.\u2002\u2002\u2002Taking off my shoes and going barefoot<\/p>\n 19.\u2002\u2002\u2002Putting up pictures of plants\/greenery in my home<\/p>\n 20.\u2002\u2002\u2002Listening to natural sounds via a digital meditation or calming app<\/p>\n<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/VP-MAP-MEASLES-CASES-7-NOV-COMP-1.jpg\")
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