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Daydreaming about Nature and Writing Poetry
Sometimes, when the temperatures go into a deep freeze and I don’t get outside, I spend time daydreaming about nature and writing poetry. It’s not the same as getting outside and enjoying the natural environment, but it is enjoyable and therapeutic in a natural sort of way. Writing nature poetry
How Winter Birdwatching Can Help Dash Seasonal Depression
Winter is a time of festive holidays, beautiful snowscapes, and, for some, seasonal affective disorder (SAD). A simple activity, birdwatching, can help dash seasonal depression and serve as a natural remedy for the blues. While clinical depression is a more serious issue and requires intervention, a bout with seasonal depression
When Plans Fall Apart: Turn to Nature for Comfort
Everyone has experienced plans that fall apart. Sometimes the disappointment is great; other times it’s relatively small. Last weekend I experienced a minor(ish) disappointment when my plans fell apart. I instinctively turned to nature for comfort. The results? I was able to let go of my letdown and was presented
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress: How Nature Can Stimulate a Balanced Mind
While stress is a natural part of life, good stress vs. bad stress is an important thing to learn about and identify. Not all stress is harmful. When any stress is experienced, your body releases hormones. I’m sure most people have heard of “fight-or-flight” mode by now. It is a
How Can Nature Give a New Perspective?
Nature has a way of giving me a new perspective. Last year was hard in many ways, and I said goodbye to it with a sigh of relief that I was facing a new year, a new beginning. Since 2025 began, less than a week ago, I have been visiting
New Year’s Nature Resolutions: 12 Things to Do Outside
This year I decided to make New Year’s nature resolutions. I’ve done some research and thinking, and I have come up with 12 things to do outside, one per month. Of course, I am outside enjoying nature much more than once a month (nearly every day, in fact), but I