The need to get away is not merely a desire for physical distance but a quest for mental respite, a longing to breathe in the fresh air of simplicity and serenity. It is a recognition of the profound importance of finding space — space to rest, space to reflect, space to reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Walking along country roads, where the only sound is the occasional chirping of birds, amidst the sprawling landscapes and open skies, I am able to begin to unravel the intricacies of my own personal narrative. With each step, the clutter of everyday life fades into the distance, allowing clarity to emerge from the fog of routine.
In the embrace of nature, there exists a unique vantage point from which to observe my circumstances. Removed from my urban existence, I gain the perspective necessary to view my life from a distance — to see the patterns, the flaws, and the beauty that often eludes me in the chaos of the present moment.
It is in these moments of solitude that the mind finds its truest voice. Freed from the confines of routine, the brain begins to work out solutions to the problems that once seemed insurmountable. Ideas flow like rivers, unrestricted by the dams of doubt and anxiety that so often plague my thoughts.
For it is in the calmness of nature that I find the courage to confront my deepest fears and the wisdom to chart a course forward. Here, beneath the vast expanse of the sky, I discover that the answers I seek lie not in the noise of the world but in the stillness.
So let us heed the call of the wild, let us wander along untrodden paths, and lose ourselves in the beauty of the unknown. For it is in these moments of surrender that we find ourselves anew — untangled, unburdened, and free.
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Apples of Gold 
I just went out to work in the garden because I need untangling too…It is sort of a hard one in that being out in nature is so good for our souls, yet there is something about routine with all its dreariness that can be life giving as well. I can’t say I always know this, but every so often, there is a deeper knowing in me that realises this is part of every life and connects us with the whole. It makes us appreciate others and what they do for us too. I guess we need both, drat it all! Lovely writing.
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I guess both are needed for balance!
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Just immersing yourself in nature has a calming effect on the mind and body. One feels how it dissolves stress, anxiety, and depression. The sights, sounds, and smells of nature clearly promote relaxation and emotional well-being. The effect is immediate. Its like drinking a potent elixir…
Exposure to nature has also been linked to improved cognitive function, including enhanced creativity, concentration, and problem-solving skills. Time spent in natural environments can also improve attention and reduce mental fatigue.
It feels las if we are really meant to live that way. Being one with nature clears the brain fog, improves clarity of mind and helps one to understand, connect and be in peace with oneself, with others and with God.
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So true!! I have experienced all that first hand this week!
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And how beautiful it is to look into the trusting eyes of an animal not afraid to seek to connect with you…to experience the boundless beauty of nature that is reflected in the uniqueness of every created, living thing enjoying its natural environment and joining in the chorus of sounds that are not only uplifting in their own quirkiness but also therapeutic in their harmony…
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Yes!! Very much so!!!!
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