Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Keeping chickens is good for us as well as the chickens. There are lots of reasons why this is so, and one way that chickens are good for us is that they are good for our mental health.
They give us peace of mind about our food source and a feeling of self-reliance that we have provided for our families. They foster a sense of responsibility and purpose and add structure to our day. They help reconnect us to the natural world. They've been used for their therapeutic benefits in residential care homes across the world, and their are reports of their benefits for people who struggle to interact with other people, such as those with autism. They keep your mind active, there's always something new to learn about chickens.
And of course, they are just fun to be around.
For more fascinating facts, hints and tips about caring for your chickens, and the sheer pleasure of chickens, subscribe to my channel: Chickens in my garden - New Zealand
youtube.com/c/Chickensinmygarden
Keeping chickens is good for us as well as the chickens. There are lots of reasons why this is so, and one way that chickens are good for us is that they are good for our mental health.
They give us peace of mind about our food source and a feeling of self-reliance that we have provided for our families. They foster a sense of responsibility and purpose and add structure to our day. They help reconnect us to the natural world. They've been used for their therapeutic benefits in residential care homes across the world, and their are reports of their benefits for people who struggle to interact with other people, such as those with autism. They keep your mind active, there's always something new to learn about chickens.
And of course, they are just fun to be around.
For more fascinating facts, hints and tips about caring for your chickens, and the sheer pleasure of chickens, subscribe to my channel: Chickens in my garden - New Zealand
youtube.com/c/Chickensinmygarden
