How Nature Nurtures the Brain
" Psychological research has shown that people who live in cities may have an increased risk for depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia compared to people living in more rural areas. In contrast, many people perceive hiking and spending time in nature as stress-relieving and calming."
The positive effects of nature on mental well-being
Amygdala activity is reduced after a walk in nature
One of my older counselors told me to go outside and be barefoot and step in the ground. The ground has natural nutrients and other minerals that absorb through skin contact. But sometimes just hiking outside or taking a walk in the neighborhood can be enough
@EmberShard That's very interesting. Nature can be so healing. Thanks for sharing this!
@comfortableNight4463
Definitely feel awake. There's something refreshing about being outside, I really like open spaces and being able to experience "outside" after being enclosed in a building or space for long periods of time.
@sunnyWriting4806 Same. I love windows in building so I don't feel 'trapped'. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@comfortableNight4463 More relaxed and at ease in nature. Less anxiety for sure
@mytwistedsoul That's amazing!Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
@comfortableNight4463 That's so true. I think nature can have a huge benefit on the psyche.
When I'm in nature I feel calm and happy! It's so important to me that there's a lot of natural environment where I'm living.
Thank you for the great post!
@calmDew1576 I agree. The nature aspect is quite important when I'm searching for a place too! It makes life more relaxing just being able to gaze out into trees and greenery. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@comfortableNight4463
When I am in a place where there are lots of trees and near rivers or oceans, I felt serenity and see the beauty of the world.
I wish I could live near a place like that where every morning I would see he ocean waves or see beautiful trees and flowers. Or live near a mountain area where everything seems fresh and new. :)
True living in the city is such a stress.
@Jewelmoon17 Living in such a place is the ultimate goal! I love the way you described it.
