Solutions Rewind | Why Nature Makes Us Happier with Florence Williams

From Biophilic Solutions: Nature Has the Answers by Serenbe Media Network

February 3, 2026 · 46 min · Episode 112

About this episode

This episode features a conversation with Florence Williams about the impact of nature on happiness and well-being.

We’re excited to bring back a favorite conversation from 2021 with the incomparable Florence Williams. Florence is, of course, the acclaimed author of The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative, a book that beautifully explores the science behind nature’s profound effect on our minds, bodies, and sense of connection. It’s biophilia in its purest form. In this episode, we dive into the experience of awe in nature and how it can make us more open, generous, and co...

People in this episode

Guest: Florence Williams

Topics covered

nature
happiness
biophilia
science
connection
awe

Keywords

nature
happiness
biophilia
Florence Williams
The Nature Fix
awe
connection

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative