In her latest book, Losing Eden, acclaimed journalist Lucy Jones interweaves her deeply personal story of recovery from addiction and depression aided by the support of the natural world with an exploration of the intersection of science, wellness, and the environment. In this episode, scholar and CIIS staff member Laura Pustarfi joins Lucy for a conversation about the importance of maintaining our bond with nature and why we need communion with the wild to feel well.

This episode was recorded during a live online event on August 14th, 2021. A transcript is available at ciispod.com.

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suicidepreventionlifeline.org

sfsuicide.org

ciis.edu/counseling-and-acupuncture-clinics