Why being near water really does make us happier

BY CASSIE SHORTSLEEVE

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‘Our oceans, waterways and the life they contain are so much more than their ecological, economic and educational value. They have vast emotional benefits. They make life on earth possible, but also worth living,’ says Nichols. ‘I like to imagine the world would be a better place if we all understood just how true that is. Water is medicine, for everyone, for life.’