This month we conducted a series of therapeutic horticulture sessions at the National University of Singapore, with the goal of improving personal wellbeing through self-compassion and mindfulness. Activities were purposefully designed to facilitate opportunities to practice these while interacting with plants, and to talk/ponder about the hard stuff.
It was an honour to be a part of (kind)mind, a 6-month campaign by NUS Health & Wellbeing that engages both students and staff in destigmatising mental health conditions. We saw over 100 participants who were intentional in taking time to practice self-care, and who learned that self-care does not have to be a grand gesture. Looking forward to returning next month.
The components of a therapeutic horticulture programme are, as defined by the American Horticultural Therapy Association:
- The engagement of a participant in active or passive horticultural-related activities.
- The participant has an identified disability, illness, or life circumstance requiring services.
- The activity is facilitated by a registered horticultural therapist or other professional with training in horticulture as a therapeutic modality.
- The participation is in the context of the goals and mission of the organisation.
If you would like to experience therapeutic horticulture in your school or at your office, contact us to have a chat.
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