Welcome to New Leaf Nature & Wellbeing CIC
Mindful Bushcraft
Our bushcraft courses are fantastic for enhancing wellbeing and learning, connection and resilience. Offering a unique blend of practical skills and mental rejuvenation whilst immersed in nature.
Time spent with us here in the woods doing bushcraft provides the transformative experience and power of bushcraft, where every moment spent in nature is a step towards better health, greater wellbeing, and a more inclusive community.
Key Information
Stress is a significant factor affecting employee wellbeing and productivity, especially in the United Kingdom, where workplace stress has been on the rise. High stress levels can lead to burnout, increased absenteeism, and lower job satisfaction. Incorporating stress reduction strategies into workplace wellness programs can yield substantial benefits for both employees and companies. One effective approach is nature-based ecotherapy, which involves using nature to promote physical and mental wellbeing.
Understanding and providing suitable support for your staff team wellbeing challenges will help with morale, performance, sickness, staff turnover, feeling valued and your overall bottom line. Many organisations don't have a wellbeing budget but they do have a sales budget or a performance budget. Holistic wellbeing can be called Performance training if that helps with budgeting! The results will speak for themselves.
Deloitte’s return on investment analysis of employee mental health interventions that was conducted as part of the research shows on average, for every £1 spent on supporting their people’s mental health, employers get nearly £4.70** back on their investment in improved productivity. Demonstrating that higher return on investment can be achieved by early interventions, such as organisation-wide culture change and education, than more in-depth support that may be needed at a later stage when a person is struggling.
The Benefits of Nature-Based activities for Employee Wellbeing
Investing in nature-based ecotherapy activities is a strategic yet beneficial move that enhances employee wellbeing, boosts productivity, and reduces costs. Our programs are designed to integrate seamlessly into your existing wellbeing initiatives, providing tangible benefits for your employees and your company.
Lower Stress Levels
Nature-based activities such as forest bathing, gardening, and nature walks significantly reduce stress. - University of Essex: 90% of participants reported increased self-esteem and 71% experienced decreased depression.Improved Focus and Concentration
Exposure to natural environments enhances cognitive function and focus. - Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine: Time in forests improves attention and working memory.Enhanced Emotional Wellbeing
Reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, promoting overall emotional health.Mental Health Foundation: Regular time in green spaces leads to better emotional wellbeing.
Increased Physical Activity
Encourages physical exercise, which is beneficial for overall health. - NHS: Regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases and improves mental health.
Key Benefits to your Business
Increased Productivity
Nature-based ecotherapy boosts mental clarity and reduces stress, leading to a 15% increase in productivity. - Natural England: Access to green spaces enhances productivity.Reduced Absenteeism and Presenteeism
Fewer sick days and better employee engagement through stress reduction. - HSE: Work-related stress is a major cause of absenteeism, mitigated by nature-based activities.Lower Healthcare Costs
Promotes better physical and mental health, reducing healthcare expenses. - Centre for Mental Health: Mental health problems cost UK employers £35 billion annually; ecotherapy helps lower these costs.Better Employee Retention
Comprehensive wellness programs, including ecotherapy, improve employee loyalty. - CIPD: Companies with effective wellness programs have a 45% higher retention ratePositive Work Environment
Nature-based ecotherapy fosters a supportive and positive work culture. - University of Exeter: Access to natural environments increases job satisfaction and happiness.
References
1. Health and Safety Executive (HSE): [Work-related Stress, Anxiety or Depression Statistics](https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/causdis/stress.pdf)
2. Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD): [Health and Wellbeing at Work Survey](https://www.cipd.co.uk/knowledge/culture/well-being/health-well-being-work)
3. Mental Health Foundation: [Mental Health in the Workplace](https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/w/workplace-mental-health)
4. Deloitte: [Mental Health and Employers: Refreshing the Case for Investment](https://www2.deloitte.com/uk/en/pages/consulting/articles/mental-health-and-employers-refreshing-the-case-for-investment.html)
5. Centre for Mental Health: [Mental Health at Work](https://www.centreformentalhealth.org.uk/publications/mental-health-work-businesses-role)
6. Mind: [Workplace Wellbeing](https://www.mind.org.uk/workplace/mental-health-at-work/)
7. Natural England: [Green Exercise: The Benefits of Activities in Green Places](http://publications.naturalengland.org.uk/publication/35009)
8. University of Exeter: [Workplaces and Green Spaces](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/news/archive/2014/april/title_378205_en.html)
9. Stanford University: [The Cognitive Benefits of Interacting with Nature](https://news.stanford.edu/2015/06/30/hiking-mental-health-063015/)
How we can help you help your people and your business
Bespoke Eco Wellbeing Events and activities to promote holistic wellbeing and the impact of that will be felt beyond the time spent in the woods with us.
At New Leaf we work with you to create the event or schedule of events for you and your teams and their needs. From mindful bushcraft, mindful forest walking and bathing to a variety of holistic wellbeing classes like breath work, meditation, human design, aromatherapy and sharing circles, all supported by trained and accredited facilitators within out 18 acres site in Eaton, Cheshire. The results will speak for themselves.
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