Preserving Natural Quiet in an Ever-Louder World All living things benefit from experiencing less human-caused noise. That’s why Quiet Parks International is speaking loudly for quiet places. By: Jennifer Cole

Slowing down and mindfully paying attention to the environment, as Brown discovered through her work, boosts feelings of optimism and relaxation. You start to hear sounds, such as birds singing that you don’t normally pay attention to. “And once you start listening, it’s really hard to stop,” Mikkelsen says. 

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