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Gardening offers unique, evidence-based benefits for mental health — from reducing stress to nurturing pride and contentment through caring for living things.

The act of tending soil, listening to natural sounds and witnessing plants grow can spark relaxation and fulfillment.

Mental health benefits of gardening

Gardening can lower stress, anxiety and depression, improve mood, attention and sleep, boost self-esteem and foster life satisfaction [1][2]. Exposure to soil has been linked to increased serotonin, a neurotransmitter key to feeling calm and happy [3]. The rhythmic, mindful work of garde

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