New research suggests playing outside for five-10 hours a week can increase a child’s spiritual connection with the environment.
Michigan State University investigators found children who spend significant time outdoors have a stronger sense of self-fulfillment and purpose than those who do not.
As discussed in the Journal of the Study of Religion, Nature and Culture, children who played outside said they felt a connection with the earth, and felt their role is to protect it.
“These values are incredibly important to human development and well-being,” said Dr. Gretel Van Wieren, assistant professor of religious studies.
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