There are a lot of reasons why our parents told us to go outside and play!
"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - John Muir
Our parents knew a thing or two about how good it is to get out in nature and enjoy all it has to offer (besides getting us out from under their feet). The benefits of being out in nature are numerous and amazing. To list only a few . . .
walking in nature lessens depression
cortisol levels drop after 20 to 30 minutes of time spent in nature
being outdoors in nature can increase our self-esteem and lower our blood pressure
the natural world increases children's creativity and imagination, providing them with a sensory-rich environment
taking a break in nature improves our concentration and memory
it can keep you youthful, a study has shown that people in their 70's who spent time time outdoors on a daily basis had few complaints of common aging pains
it can boost our immunity
This list just scratches the surface of all the wonderful benefits of being out and about in nature. I truly believe the world would be a better place if more folks got out and enjoyed all the amazingness of the outdoors . . . one of the best forms of therapy you can find!
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