Just 15 Minutes Outside Can Change Your Mental Health

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Just 15 minutes in nature could change your life. A massive study found it can cut depression, ease anxiety, and boost your mood — even if you just sit there. No workout. No equipment. Just fresh air and a little green. Your brain will thank you. WooGlobe Ref : WGA515345 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Feeling stressed, anxious, or just worn out?

00:03Scientists say there's a surprisingly simple fix.

00:06All you need is 15 minutes.

00:08Not in the gym, not running laps, just sitting outside in nature.

00:12A huge review of nearly 450 studies found that spending just a quarter of an hour outdoors

00:18can slash symptoms of depression, anxiety, and fatigue.

00:22And here's the twist. You don't even have to be active.

00:25Simply relaxing in fresh air can boost mood more than exercising outdoors.

00:29Do it for 45 minutes and the benefits skyrocket, reducing stress and lifting energy levels even more.

00:36Young adults see the biggest boost, and that's crucial, as most mental health disorders start before 25.

00:42With one in six adults facing depression in their lifetime and mental health issues on the rise,

00:47experts say pocket parks, tree-lined streets, and even small green spaces could be life-changing.

00:53So tomorrow, take a seat under a tree. Your mind might just thank you for it.

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