Science seems to be telling us that the more types of birds in our lives, equals more happiness. A pair of recent studies point to the conclusion that seeing and hearing a variety of birds can improve our wellbeing, and increase our life satisfaction. In fact, scientists are saying that conservation is just as important for human well-being as financial security. We explore if birds - and nature - can free malaysians from anxiety.

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Categories:  Environment,  Science,  Health Policy,  Diseases & Conditions,  Mental Health,  Healthy Living,  Fitness,  Medical Innovation and Technology,  Social Issues

Tags:  The Bigger Picture,  The Daily Digest,  science,  nature,  birds,  nature diversity,  bird watching,  happiness,  wellbeing,  mental health,  pandemic,  lockdown,  MCO,  anxiety,  birding events,  Malaysia,  Ecotourism and Conservation Society Malaysia (ECOMY),