As humans, we continue to rely upon the sun for energy sources, the earth for our food source, the trees for air, and water for drinking. Sadly, in today’s modern world and as we go about our busy daily lives, it is easy to take the water, air, and plants found all around us for granted. Regularly using and developing the practice of mindfulness begins to take us off autopilot and allows us to start to take stock of our lives. In turn, we begin to experience the present moment and, start to give gratitude for all the elements from the natural world that are continually here to support our daily lives.
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The last 12 months have been a challenging time for us all. Restrictions to our freedom to travel to destinations near and far, the opportunity to visit our friends and family and the chance to enjoy many of the hobbies and pastimes we are so used to do free from any form of obstacles have been temporarily taken away from us. Now is the time to get back to nature? Read on to find out more.
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Spending time in nature can be hugely beneficial for all children; it can aid their development in a wide variety of ways. It can offer calm, a place to learn and enjoy outdoor activities. It is not something so commonly done in our modern world, so here are a few reasons why you should get outdoors and make the most of your natural surroundings.
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Wild camping is a game of extremes, but how far are you prepared to go? Hiking and camping are great ways to soothe your soul and get some time outdoors. They provide the perfect opportunity to push your boundaries to their limits and travel to some of the harshest environments on Earth. Fellow hikers, let’s go camping on the ice of the Arctic Ocean, heading north to the Geographic North Pole.
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Is It Time For A Change? At this challenging time in our lives, it is now more important than ever to create and maintain a routine. It does not matter what that routine is, or what it looks like, but by establishing some form of regularity in our lives, means it can go along way to helping our overall mood, mental health and well-being.
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Walking is free and can be easily fitted into your daily routine, with doctors recommending 30 to 60 minutes a day. All you will need to start walking is a sturdy pair of walking shoes or trainers, a suitable place to walk outdoors and a desire to enjoy your new-found freedom. Enjoy these great benefits and start walking outside today!
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Coronavirus has hit us hard and it continues to cause huge problems across the entire globe. As a result, life is now very different and it is now even more important than ever, to follow the advice from the experts and to keep ourselves safe. Keeping safe is paramount and social distancing or lockdowns are now a daily reality and could be here for many months to come. Following a regular exercise routine is also very important if we are to remain healthy in both body and mind. Here are a few ideas you can do at home.
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There is no doubt that exercise has many great health benefits and running seems to have it all. I run regularly, at least twice a week, and over the year, I have seen plenty of benefits of doing so. To highlight all of them probably isn’t very practical, as there are so many. So, to remain clear, concise and informative, I have narrowed it down to four of my favourite reasons, and those are as follows.
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The number of leisure and recreation activities among outdoor enthusiasts has definitely snowballed in recent years, and from the relatively subtle, well-established pursuits like walking and cycling, there has been significant growth in activities that demand a more physical and vigorous approach. Read on to find out what the benefits are.
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Getting Outside and spending your spare time in the Great Outdoors is the perfect remedy for anyone wanting to get away from it all. It provides the chance to escape reality, feel free and not focus on the difficulties and challenges we are all facing us all.
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Outdoor activities and increased learning opportunities can have a significant impact on our lives. As a teacher, I know how important this is and within this new blog post, I hope to highlight the significance of these potential benefits. Read on to see if you agree.
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Why you should go for walks after work is a motivational piece of writing that encourages everyone to get out after work and go for a walk. It doesn’t really matter where you walk, or indeed for how far, by utilising what you have all around you and embracing the fresh air will definitely bring untold benefits to your overall health and well-being. Read on to find out more.
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'Do more of what makes you happy’ is a frequently used saying. It is also a saying that is often misused or perhaps overlooked. Feeling happy or finding happiness in life is something we all seek. How we get there or how long it takes, is always a question the individual has to answer themselves.
A practical view on how we can utilise what is all around us in order to bring some extra positive thinking and overall happiness into our lives.
‘Thoughts and Stories from the Great Outdoors’
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It is fair to suggest, that at some point in our lives we've all heard and possibly used the phrase 'I can't do it!' and as a result of adopting such an approach, it can often lead us into following a negative mindset and the distinct possibility of merely giving up before we have even really started.
Read all about my latest thoughts and why adopting a Growth Mindset with the outdoors, will bring overall positivity to your life and others around you.
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‘Thoughts and Stories from the Great Outdoors
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Time for a Digital Detox
I remember the days when Social Media and electronic devices didn’t exist. I remember the days when I (personally) would spend hours of my day, care free and out in the fresh air.
This new blog post highlights another reason why it is important to ‘get back to nature’and give your body and mind a Digital Detox.
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