Jordan Blanchard-Lafayette explains how he has overcome resistance to spending time in blue spaces despite damaging stereotypes from others. Plus, how his research and personal journey have enabled him to find his water. He explains how it’s possible for others to do the same and offers helpful guidance on how to find your water, so that you can seek out the benefits of blue mind.

Discover ‘blue mind’ and how to access it, even if you don’t live near natural bodies of water. Plus, marine biologist Wallace J Nichols newest project – 'Groove'.

Mental Health Swims was founded by Rachel Ashe in 2019, after she discovered that cold water and community had a huge positive impact on her mental health. Now, Rachel wants everyone to be able to access these benefits. With the support of volunteers, Mental Health Swims holds monthly swimming meet ups around the country so that others can feel supported and welcomed in their own cold water swimming journey.

When ex-marine Sam Murray hit rock bottom he embarked upon a difficult journey of self-awakening and personal development. After discovering a combination of cold water and breathwork to be a life changing combination, he was then inspired to help others. Since then, he has co-founded the Breath Connection, to support other frontline personnel and veterans overcome their trauma.

Cornwall based nutritional therapist and cold water swimmer Grace Kingswell tells us how spending time outdoors has a positive impact on human health. Grace explains the science behind light exposure and why she swims at sunrise.

Ben Ford is a Cornish Psychotherapist and Eco-therapy retreat leader, who now resides in North Wales. His training and experience has given him a broad understanding of the human mind. We’re fascinated to hear his thoughts on a subject we’re all familiar with – resistance.