Gardening’s hidden benefits: How digging in the dirt could bolster mental well-being

If you spend any time gardening, you probably understand what I mean when I say it feels good—despite the lifting, sweating and straining involved. Yes, exercise is good for our bodies, but there’s something about digging in the dirt while listening to a bird soundtrack that lifts my spirits. Even the scent of the soil and mulch makes me happy.

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