The streght you get from Nature

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Why It is Important to Put Yourself Into Nature for Well-Being

Nature is something we don’t need in this technocratic, hyperactive society. But a touch of green, fresh air, sunlight can have an extremely deep influence on our health. Be it a stroll in the park, a sit in the garden, or a walk through the woods, time in nature can be a regenerating for body and mind. The cool part is you don’t have to go far for these positive outcomes, nature could be just around the corner if you want to try it.

Fresh Air and the Healing Touch It Leaves In You Forever.

We’ve all experienced that seated feeling, at home or in the office. The air is suffocating, the air is heavy, our minds become dizzy. Getting out of the house for a few minutes is immediate comfort. It is essential to have clean air, which gives our blood more oxygen for a better functioning brain and more energy. Rather, fresh air has been shown to increase the levels of serotonin, the brain-hugging, happy hormone.

And fresh air helps to empty our lungs, calm our blood pressure, and strengthen our heart. When you breathe in nature, your lungs can receive fresher air and prevent anxiety and stress. Even when just for a few minutes, we can treat ourselves with oxygen and rejuvenation that we simply cannot duplicate at home.

Activities to Rekindle Nature Connections

You don’t have to undertake a massive adventure to reap the benefits of nature. And it’s possible, every once in a while, to just walk around your neighbourhood park and forget everything. These are a few straightforward outdoor activities that can ground you and enhance your wellbeing:

1. Go for a Walk

Taking walks is one of the easiest, and yet most effective ways to engage with nature. You might be walking in your neighbourhood or taking a stroll in a park, and walking is good for you both physically and mentally. It moves your body around, loosening up the stress of sitting or standing for too long. What’s more, exercise can diminish symptoms of depression and anxiety. You even might schedule in a "nature break" at lunchtime or at night to alleviate tension.

2. Exercises of Breathing

– Nature is a good place to do mindfulness and breath exercises if you are stressed or overwhelmed. Take yourself to a place that is calm, a bench in the park, a grassy field, and just notice your breath. To do so, breathe deep and in from the nose, hold for a few seconds, then exhale through your mouth. It releases tension, reduces anxiety, and rebalances the mind. Doing it outdoors just helps because you inhale pure, fresh air and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.

3. Stretch or Yoga

-Outdoors are also the ideal places to do some stretches or even yoga. A lot of yoga postures align you with the energy of the earth and to do it in the fresh air makes them more consciously. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or a beginner, practicing in nature can help focus and decompress. Not needing a yoga mat? Just grab a blanket and sit down on some fluffy grass, starting with tree pose, downward dog, or just standing stretch.

4. ‘Sit and Look Around’ Look In...

Nature doesn’t have to be movable all the time. Sometimes sitting back and just looking at the world is all that’s needed to jolt your spirit back into balance. Watch birds overhead, hear the rustle of leaves in the breeze, or feel the touch of the sun on your skin. It has been proven that this mindful looking, also called "forest bathing", will reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol, and will prevent mental exhaustion.

5. Take Nature Photographs Smile In Nature

Having your camera or even your phone to take some great photographs of nature can really make the experience out on the open road extra fun. By paying attention to the smallest details, such as the bloom of a flower or the sunlight through trees, you learn to value nature in new ways. Photographic activities can also be a meditation, where you are in the present moment.

The Importance on Mental And Physical Condition.

Being outside can be a good investment for the short term as well as the long term. Psychologically, it reduces stress and anxiety, stimulates creativity and boosts feelings of calmness and satisfaction. Nature has even been shown to restore mental acuity by providing respite from overstimulation and the incessant information bombardment we receive.

At the physical level, exercise, no matter how gentle, boosts blood flow, cardiovascular health, and your average daily activity. Even something as simple as walking in nature and breathing deeply will give you a deeper sleep, more energy, and better immune system.

Natural Medicine for Health.

Introducing nature to your life doesn’t involve a radical lifestyle shift. It’s about little intentional attempts to take a walk and just take in the sights and sounds around you. Even if it’s just walking, or sitting in the park, or a few slow breathing, every second you spend out there can be good for you.

So next time you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or otherwise in need of a rest, make a date with nature. You don’t need to hike a mountain or visit the beach, you can just go outside, take some air and let nature work its magic.

References:

- American Psychological Association (2020). "The Psychical Benefits of Nature."

- Harvard Health Publishing (2021). "The Cure of Nature."

- Environmental Health Perspectives (2018). "Nature Contact and Human Health."