Ever heard of childhood nature-deficit disorder?
Neither had I until I read Richard Louv's article in the May issue of Outside magazine.
Seems the more high-tech our lives become, the more nature we need. Research shows that nature restores concentration, allows for clearer thought and boosts creativity.
But as adults, too many of us are separated from nature.
I believe this.
Having just moved from Atlanta to Arizona, I understand the restorative power of nature.
On a daily basis, I am more connected to the physicality of place. I admire rugged mountains while sipping tea on the patio, breathe in earth before a sand storm, celebrate a stray javelina or lizard. I am riding my bike again.
http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/media/books/Get-Your-Mind-Dirty.html
Neither had I until I read Richard Louv's article in the May issue of Outside magazine.
Seems the more high-tech our lives become, the more nature we need. Research shows that nature restores concentration, allows for clearer thought and boosts creativity.
But as adults, too many of us are separated from nature.
I believe this.
Having just moved from Atlanta to Arizona, I understand the restorative power of nature.
On a daily basis, I am more connected to the physicality of place. I admire rugged mountains while sipping tea on the patio, breathe in earth before a sand storm, celebrate a stray javelina or lizard. I am riding my bike again.
http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/media/books/Get-Your-Mind-Dirty.html
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