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Embrace the Darkness
Embrace the Darkness is a new podcast from the South Downs National Park Authority - an International Dark Sky Reserve and one of the best places in the United Kingdom for observing the night sky.
Hosted by our own ”Queen of Darkness”, Elinor Newman, the podcast explores our connection with the night sky through the cosmos, nature, nocturnal wildlife and our own mental health and wellbeing.
Each episode features a different guest, bringing their own perspective on the night sky and how they ’Embrace the Darkness.’
Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/the-closer-we-feel
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Embrace the Darkness
How Dark Skies foster positive health and wellbeing
In this episode Elinor takes a night time stroll across Iping Common with South Downs Health and Wellbeing Officer, Kate Drake.
A Dark Sky Discovery Site, Iping Common is not only one of the best places to view the night sky, it is also a great location to connect with wildlife and nature, especially nocturnal critters.
On this walk, Kate and Elinor chat about their experiences of spending nights alone under the stars, controlling their fears of the darkness and finding 'glimmers' - the small, positive moments in our every day lives that bring comfort and joy.
Remember, if you have a question, comment or suggestion, please email embracethedarkness@southdowns.gov.uk
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Thank you for listening to ‘Embrace the Darkness’, presented by Elinor Newman.
The podcast is recorded and produced by the South Downs National Park Authority from the South Downs International Dark Sky Reserve.
Music is Orbit by D0d, direct from Uppbeat.
To find out more about the South Downs International Dark Sky Reserve, including the best places to stargaze, go to www.southdowns.gov.uk/DarkSkies