Connection and Well-Being Survey Connectedness and Well-Being Survey TestQuestions OptionalQuestions Submit Survey Thank you for your interest in our Connection and Well-Being Survey. We are interested in learning more about how people connect with themselves, with others, and with nature to help us develop content and resources that may be useful to you as you explore your surroundings and manage your well-being and relationships. The survey is anonymous and will take approximately 10 minutes to complete.How connected do you feel to nature/outdoors?*How connected do you feel to nature/outdoors? Very connected Somewhat connected Not really connected Not connected at all How connected do you feel to spirituality, mindfulness, or purpose?*How connected do you feel to spirituality, mindfulness, or purpose? Very connected Somewhat connected Not really connected Not connected at all How connected do you feel to people/others?*How connected do you feel to people/others? Very connected Somewhat connected Not really connected Not connected at all How connected do you feel to yourself?*How connected do you feel to yourself? Very connected Somewhat connected Not really connected Not connected at all How often do you feel like life offers opportunities for wonder, inspiration, or awe?* Always Often Sometimes Rarely Never Connection to nature/outdoorsWhen you think of “spending time outdoors for your mental health,” what kinds of activities immediately come to mind?*Choose your top 3. Taking a walk Visiting a neighborhood outdoor space (example: park, beach, trail) Just being outside (example: sunbathing, gardening, sitting outside) Being in nature away from your neighborhood (example: forest, field, mountains, desert) Hiking Camping Sports (example: basketball, tennis, football, soccer, handball) Outdoor exercising (example: biking, running, swimming) Other outdoor recreational activities (example: fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, skiing, horseback riding, hunting) Which of the following ways do you regularly spend time outdoors?*Select all that apply. Taking a walk Visiting a neighborhood outdoor space (example: park, beach, trail) Just being outside (example: sunbathing, gardening, sitting outside) Being in nature away from your neighborhood (example: forest, field, mountains, desert) Hiking Camping Sports (example: basketball, tennis, football, soccer, handball) Outdoor exercising (example: biking, running, swimming) Other outdoor recreational activities (example: fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, skiing, horseback riding, hunting) I do not spend time outdoors Do you wish you had more time to do outdoor activities?* Yes No Which of the following do you wish you had more time to do?*Choose your top 3. Taking a walk Visiting a neighborhood outdoor space (example: park, beach, trail) Just being outside (example: sunbathing, gardening, sitting outside) Being in nature away from your neighborhood (example: forest, field, mountains, desert) Hiking Camping Sports (example: basketball, tennis, football, soccer, handball) Outdoor exercising (example: biking, running, swimming) Other outdoor recreational activities (example: fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, skiing, horseback riding, hunting) Which of the following outdoor activities do you not have access to?*Which of the following outdoor activities do you not have access to? Select all that apply. Taking a walk Visiting a neighborhood outdoor space (example: park, beach, trail) Just being outside (example: sunbathing, gardening, sitting outside) Being in nature away from your neighborhood (example: forest, field, mountains, desert) Hiking Camping Sports (example: basketball, tennis, football, soccer, handball) Outdoor exercising (example: biking, running, swimming) Other outdoor recreational activities (example: fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, skiing, horseback riding, hunting) I have access to ALL of the activities above What are some of the barriers that keep you from “spending time outdoors"?*Choose your top 3. Costs (example: admittance, outdoor gear, etc.) Limited experience/knowledge of the activity Fear or bad past experiences I don’t know what I’m interested in or good at Lack of interest in nature/the outdoors Not having anyone to do it with Limited access (example: not having a safe place, transportation, or there’s nothing near me) Time constraints/obligations Medical reasons (example: mental health, disabilities, allergies, etc.) Extreme weather conditions Can you think of a time(s) where being outdoors helped your mental health? What was that like?Connection to spirituality, mindfulness, or purposeWhen you think of how “spirituality helps your mental health,” what kinds of activities come to mind?*Choose your top 3. Practicing religion Connecting with nature Self-practice (example: meditation, rest, and mindfulness) Activism and volunteering Mysticism (example: tarot, palm reading, spiritual guide, past life readings) Being a part of a community that includes rituals (example: 12-step programs, AA, NA, retreats) Connecting to your “roots” (example: cultural, family history, etc) Learning/thinking about “big mysterious topics” (example: philosophy, metaphysics, aliens, death/afterlife) Which of the following ways do you regularly practice spirituality?*Select all that apply. Practicing religion Connecting with nature Self-practice (example: meditation, rest, and mindfulness) Activism and volunteering Mysticism (example: tarot, palm reading, spiritual guide, past life readings) Being a part of a community that includes rituals (example: 12-step programs, AA, NA, retreats) Connecting to your “roots” (example: cultural, family history, etc) Learning/thinking about “big mysterious topics” (example: philosophy, metaphysics, aliens, death/afterlife) I do not have a spiritual practice Do you wish you had more time to engage in spiritual activities?* Yes No Which of the following do you wish you had more time to do?*Choose your top 3. Practicing religion Connecting with nature Self-practice (example: meditation, rest, and mindfulness) Activism and volunteering Mysticism (example: tarot, palm reading, spiritual guide, past life readings) Being a part of a community that includes rituals (example: 12-step programs, AA, NA, retreats) Connecting to your “roots” (example: cultural, family history, etc) Learning/thinking about “big mysterious topics” (example: philosophy, metaphysics, aliens, death/afterlife) Which of the following spiritual activities do you not have access to?*Which of the following spiritual activities do you not have access to? Select all that apply. Practicing religion Connecting with nature Self-practice (example: meditation, rest, and mindfulness) Activism and volunteering Mysticism (example: tarot, palm reading, spiritual guide, past life readings) Being a part of a community that includes rituals (example: 12-step programs, AA, NA, retreats) Connecting to your “roots” (example: cultural, family history, etc) Learning/thinking about “big mysterious topics” (example: philosophy, metaphysics, aliens, death/afterlife) I have access to ALL of the activities above What are some of the barriers that keep you from engaging in spiritual activities to help your mental health?*Choose your top 3. Cost (example: travel, tithing, membership) Limited experience/knowledge of the activity Fear or bad past experiences I don’t know what I’m interested in Not having anyone to do or share it with Limited access (example: not having a place to do the activity) Time constraints/obligations Medical reasons (example: mental health, disabilities, etc.) I don’t believe in these practices Can you think of a time(s) where spirituality helped your mental health? What was that like?Connection to people/othersWhen you think of “spending time with others for your mental health,” what kinds of activities come to mind?*Choose your top 3. Time outdoors or in sports Time doing hobbies Religious or spiritual practice School activities Support groups Community engagement (example: activism, volunteering, mentoring, etc.) Hanging out/talking with family Hanging out/talking with friends Clubs/organizations Gaming Dating/romance Engaging in social media/online communities like Reddit or a forum Which of the following ways do you regularly “spend time with others”?*Select all that apply. Time outdoors or in sports Time doing hobbies Religious or spiritual practice School activities Support groups Community engagement (example: activism, volunteering, mentoring, etc.) Hanging out/talking with family Hanging out/talking with friends Clubs/organizations Gaming Dating/romance Engaging in social media/online communities like Reddit or a forum I do not regularly spend time with others Do you wish you had more time to spend with others?* Yes No Which of the following do you wish you had more time to do?*Choose your top 3. Time outdoors or in sports Time doing hobbies Religious or spiritual practice School activities Support groups Community engagement (example: activism, volunteering, mentoring, etc.) Hanging out/talking with family Hanging out/talking with friends Clubs/organizations Gaming Dating/romance Engaging in social media/online communities like Reddit or a forum Which of the following activities do you not have access to do?*Which of the following activities do you not have access to do? Select all that apply. Time outdoors or in sports Time doing hobbies Religious or spiritual practice School activities Support groups Community engagement (example: activism, volunteering, mentoring, etc.) Hanging out/talking with family Hanging out/talking with friends Clubs/organizations Gaming Dating/romance Engaging in social media/online communities like Reddit or a forum I have access to ALL of the activities above What are some of the barriers that keep you from “spending time with others to help your mental health?*Choose your top 3. Cost (example: the cost of supplies, travel, membership) Limited experience/knowledge of the activity Fear or bad past experiences I don’t know what I’m interested in or good at Not having anyone to spend time with Limited access (example: not having a safe place to do the activity, feeling unwelcome, no clubs available) Time constraints/obligations Medical reasons (example: mental health, disabilities, allergies, etc.) Can you think of a time(s) where being with others helped your mental health? What was that like? Please take a moment to answer the following questions. Your answers are totally anonymous—we won't be able to identify you based on this information. Your answers will help us understand differences across the US and worldwide communities.About YouAge Range*8-1011-1314-1516-1718-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Gender* Female Male Non-Binary Please check this box if you identify as transgender. Please check this box if you identify as transgender. 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