Nature Cure for Optimal Health Course
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Why Learn to Sleep Well now?
You can go to bed confident that you will sleep well.
No more wondering all day or evening how you are going to sleep tonight. With proven strategies that support your natural sleep-wake cycle, you can feel confident that you will sleep well tonight. You will know what to do to get the sleep you want.
When we're sleepy we lose that joi de vive that fuels our days. Recapture the energy you naturally have when you sleep well night after night. Have the energy you need to not only meet your commitments, but enjoy the extras that bring meaning to your life.
You can get the sleep you need to perform well every day.
When we don’t get the sleep we need, it carries over to impair our performance on the job at work and at home. Learn sleep skills so that you can rely on being at the top of your game with both cognitive and physical performance. You’ll notice the improvement, and so will your boss and co-workers.
You can feel emotionally calm and happy.
Research shows that poor sleep impacts not only our performance, but also our mood and ability to emotionally connect with others. This is where having sleep skills pays off in a better mood, and better relationships with your loved ones. This can be positively life-changing!
Dr. Catherine Darley
Dr. Catherine Darley is a pioneering internationally recognized expert in the use of natural, behavioral, and lifestyle medicine for the treatment of sleep disorders. After decades of patient care, she is bringing this know-how to you in these Skilled Sleeper courses. Dr. Darley’s interest in founding Naturopathic Sleep Medicine arises from the belief that since sleep is so basic and essential to health, it makes sense to use the most effective natural therapies to help people obtain the sleep they need.
Join the Skilled Sleeper community to get the sleep you need to thrive and be your best self!
The Nature Cure for Optimal Health Course Course
Module 1: The Human Connection with Nature
From the beginning of human history, people were deeply connected to the earth, its’ seasons, and rhythms. We were embedded in Nature. That powerful influence shaped human physiology. Now that’s no longer true. With the invention of electricity we’ve moved indoors, away from Nature. Now we can sufficiently light and heat our homes, transport and store food, so can live easily in urban cities. But yet our physiology is still designed for that connection to Nature. In this unit we will relive our favorite memories of being in Nature, pinpoint exactly what we experience, and learn to use visualization to bring back those peak experiences! Explore the meaning of Nature Cure.
Module 2: Mental Health and Happiness
It’s clear – time in nature decreases stress, and increases happiness. We all want that, don’t we?! Nature exposure is also associated with decreased anxiety, and fewer anti-depressant prescriptions. Nature Cure therapy is part of a comprehensive plan. There are so many ways that Nature promotes mental health! We’ll review the multiple mechanisms – Stress Recovery Theory, Attention Restoration Theory, oxytocin, and more. Then learn what aspects of mental health improve with time in Nature, and whether this could help you and your loved ones. We’ll get into the specifics of what type of setting, and what activity while you are in Nature, will improve mental health the most.
Module 3: Nature Cure for Common Diseases
We have positive physiological responses to compounds in Nature, particularly the terpene chemicals given off by coniferous trees (they’re responsible for that lovely pine scent!) Optimal sunlight and darkness also impact our functioning from the brain, right down to the mitochondria within our cells. With chronic disease on the rise around the world, this is essential information. Many of the most common diseases improve with Nature Cure. Nature Cure treatment is part of a comprehensive plan. In this unit we’ll do a deep dive into cardiovascular health and immune health, plus briefly review other medical conditions which show a connection to Nature. You will be able to make the most effective personal plan that incorporates all of these mechanisms.
Module 4: Benefits of Different Natural Settings
There are so many beautiful natural settings throughout the world – from the sea to mountains, beaches to lakes, deserts to forests, and many others. Which resonates with you? It’s important for Nature Cure that the setting be right for you, and we each have an environment that suits us best. The right Nature Cure is therapeutic. In this unit we will explore the health benefits of these various settings: water vs. green vs. brown. We’ll also touch on the value of interacting with animals, whether it be observing wild animals, or actively engaging with them as in equine or canine therapy. Learn Nature Cure solutions!
Module 5: Easy (Daily!) Ways to Connect to Nature
Sometimes when I mention Nature Cure, what comes to mind first for people is camping trips. The good news is that we can incorporate Nature easily into our daily routine, and get health benefits! We will get hands-on in this module, starting with incorporating Nature into your home with art and plants. Next we’ll incorporate Nature into your routine. Make Nature Cure and wellness part of your life. Even during the work day, you can intentionally connect to Nature during breaks. Continue on to incorporate some gardening, or do one-time projects to increase the green density in your neighborhood. These easy strategies add up over time to make a big impact!
Module 6: Nature Cure for People of All Ages
People of all ages benefit from Nature Cure. Learn Nature Cure for family health. One important benefit to Nature exposure is that it improves cognitive function. Young children actually have an increase in brain function, which translates into greater cognitive performance. Seniors have a decrease in dementia with greater Nature exposure. Women also benefit, especially during pregnancy, such an important time for both mothers and babies. For families, participating in Nature experiences can be a highlight, and research shows increases harmony within the family. Learn specific ways various age groups benefit, and how to incorporate Nature in meaningful ways for everyone.
Module 7: Living a Nature Cure Lifestyle
We each have the opportunity to design our lifestyle. You’ve learned about the many benefits of a Nature Cure lifestyle, and how to incorporate it into your daily routine. Now let’s explore ways to have immersive Nature experiences, either for a day, or even for several days. There are many programs that make Nature Cure solutions more easy and accessible. You’ll learn how to find those programs in your area. Then learn how to prepare so that everyone has a great time. Lastly learn how much time in Nature is enough, and strategies to make this a lasting part of your lifestyle. You’ll be glad you did!
What Students Say
“Dr. Darley's Women's Health course was wonderful! She provided so many tips for me and my babies sleep in a clear and engaging way.”
- A.E., Women’s Sleep Health student
"It is really good content. Just doing the strategies to improve my bedroom made a difference.”
- D.A., Skilled Sleeper student
So many people don’t have the skills they need to truly sleep well. Let’s change that, starting today. Invest $295 in getting the sleep you need to be your best self.
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