ABC Perth April Saturday Breakfast Ocean Segment

Jessica’s latest ocean segment on The Big Blue unpacked why the ocean often pulls us in more than forests do - its vast, open horizon gives our brains less to process, while the steady sound of waves helps the mind slow down. She looked at why “blue” spaces are considered especially restorative, why aquariums soothe nerves in waiting rooms, and how the ocean’s scent - technically from decaying phytoplankton - is interpreted as fresh thanks to our positive associations. You can listen to it here.