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That blissful feeling that overwhelms you when you can run away from everyone and everything is not just the fruit of your imagination. Here are some reasons how this happens?
1. Oxygen affects your well-being
The level of oxygen in your brain is related to the level of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that affects your mood, appetite, memory, social behavior, and other processes.
2. Breathing is a natural body mechanism that reduces stress
Slow and deep breathing (stimulated by spending time in nature) stimulates a parasympathetic nervous system reaction that calms us down.
3. In nature, you can disconnect
Multitasking, especially in conjunction with electronic devices, is a leading cause of stress.
4. Physical activity increases endorphin production
Exercise, which is usually inextricably linked to spending time in nature, increases endorphin production. If your endorphin levels are increased, you will be more relaxed, collected, and calm.
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Do you spend a lot of time in nature?
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Yes
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No
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“Let us dance in the sun, wearing wild flowers in our hair…”
― susan polis schutz
Thank you very much for the wonderful words or thoughts.
i was in a crazy quote mode yesterday!
i love being outside and you know I am a fan of walking. There are so many benefits, and you shared many of them!
To know. You are as much a nature lover as I am.
i spent so much time outdoors as a kid, with my grandfather and father that it is a piece of me now.
I, too, spent most of my youth in nature. As children, we always played in nature.
i think that is the disservice we do for the children of today. I understand the fear, there are bad people out there, but sometimes we have to let kids play.
Yes. I do need more nature.
I agree. I spend a lot of time in nature.
After reading your post I realize I don’t spend nearly as much time as I should in nature. Odd, because I do that in the winter when it’s freezing and miserable. I need to rethink my life!
I live in the countryside so I spend a lot of time in nature.
What a great post. I try to enjoy as much time as possible in nature. Thanks for the great reminders.
I think we all often forget about ourselves and what is good for us.