The Wild Horse Effect

Find pleasure, joy, and calm through communing with nature''s majesty in a self-care book overflowing with untamed beauty. Chad Hanson’s captivating photography allows us to observe wild horses in their natural element, offering life-changing moments of splendor, mindfulness, and wonder. Combining stunning imagery with insights from the new science of awe and contemplative practices, The Wild Horse Effect reminds us that stepping away from our modern lives and reconnecting with the natural world is essential to our sense of peace, purpose, and well-being. This unique nature book invites you into a world seldom experienced by humans through breathtaking imagery of wild horses on the open plains. In addition, author Chad Hanson delves into current research and lays out the myriad mind-body benefits of spending time in natural spaces. "Try this" sidebars throughout offer simple ways to get outside, practice mindfulness, and discover more wonder in your every day, no matter where you live. Handsomely designed to evoke the allure of the West and brimming with images that range from austere to heartwarming to jubilant, this transporting book will appeal to animal and nature lovers, photography enthusiasts, and anyone interested in improving their well-being through time spent outdoors. Perfect for: Horse lovers and equestrians Animal lovers and anyone interested in wildlife conservation People who live in or travel to the western United States Forest bathers, meditators, and mindfulness practitioners Fans of nature photography People who enjoy Nature Meditations Deck , Forest Bathing , or Chronicle Books’ Pocket Nature series

Auteur

Chad Hanson serves as a member of the faculty in Sociology and Religion at Casper College. In addition, he is a co-founder of the Wyoming Mustang Institute, which works through research and advocacy to ensure healthy and stable wild horse populations on public land. For more information, visit chadhanson.org.

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Combining stunning imagery with insights from the new science of awe and contemplative practices, The Wild Horse Effect reminds us that stepping away from our modern lives and reconnecting with the natural world is essential to our sense of peace, purpose, and well-being.