Author Biography

I am Chan Shi Yun Joan, a Psychology Year 3 student from Nanyang Technological University.

My first encounter with elephants in Thailand was an elephant ride through swampy areas. A memorable experience for me to get close with the nature and wildlife. Nature is wonderful and has therapeutic effects. Nature also plays an integral role in the quest for happiness and personal fulfillment. My personal experience with Niagara Falls (USA/Canada), Grand Caynon (USA) and Rocky Mountains (Canada) reinforces my appreciation of this beautiful world we are living in. It is disheartening to learn that our natural resources, wildlife, flora and fauna are depleting at an alarming rate. Through Conservation Psychology, it helps to educate people of the reciprocal relationship between humans and the nature. This is essential in promoting a sustainable and harmonious relationship between people and the nature and wildlife.


Photo Taken: Niagara Falls, 2011


Photo Taken: Grand Canyon, 2011.


Photo Taken: Rocky Mountains, 2011.