Contact with nature has this heartening effect on our psychological disposition, scientists find
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Spending time in nature helps us see others as more human, boosting empathy and kindness. This effect is linked to feeling connected to something larger than ourselves, promoting positive social interactions.
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Original Title: Spending time in nature may increase how much we see others as fully human. This effect is largely due to a sense of self-transcendence—a feeling of connection to something larger than oneself—that nature evokes. This encourages prosocial behaviors, such as helping and cooperating with others.