Whether you are working from home, on a zoom, on-line learning, doing homework or just catching up, it’s days like these that make it so important to get outside! No matter the season, the need to get outside and breathe in air is a must! Time spent outside is integral to our health and happiness. Consistent immersion in nature can serve as a blanket on the mind; calming stress, slowing thoughts and alleviating anxiety. As stress levels decrease, energy and mental sharpness are increased as fresh air and sunlight act as a stimulus to our consciousness. Getting outside doesn’t mean mountain climbing or hard core outdoor activities. It could simply mean starting with a walk every morning. You could also take your reading from the couch to the park! As well, you can meet a friend for a drink outside by finding a grassy spot under a shaded tree. Or bundle up and grab a hot drink and take a walk! I will often grab my ear pods and go out to listen to a podcast or call a friend to catch up. Getting outside either first thing in the day or by the late afternoon, you will appreciate how good the fresh air nourishes your mind, body and soul. No matter how busy you are, take some time to go outside and breathe the air! From a zen meditation: “You should sit in nature for 20 minutes a day… unless you’re busy, then you should sit for an hour.”
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