The Incredible and Simple Benefits of Nature + A Guided Journal Practice with Journal Prompts

The Incredible and Simple Benefits of Nature + A Guided Journal Practice with Journal Prompts<br/><br/>Today’s episode is so lovely and special. Sammy shares research based benefits that we can experience from being in nature. You can experience all of these benefits from a total of 2 hours per week outside in nature. This is absolutely achievable!<br/><br/>Spending time in nature has been proven to:Lower blood pressureReduce nervous system arousal Lower stress hormonesReduce feelings of isolationWe talk about our experiences finding calm being in nature, feeling connected, bringing a magical and profound perspective to what we are a part of.Ways you can connect to nature:Stop and smell the flowersStand outside with your morning coffee with your feet in the grassGo for a walkElise takes us through some physical health benefits of being in nature:Absorption of Vitamin D - 20 minutes a day of direct sunlight will meet your vitamin D requirements. Exposure to fresh air and microbes which are beneficial to your gut health. Head outside and sit calmly and breathe in all the goodness.<br/>Sammy then takes us into a beautiful journaling practice with journal prompts. She talks about 'A gift from nature journaling technique' - going outside and bringing something back with you. Ask yourself the question, What is being mirrored back to me in nature?Journal PromptsSpending more time in nature would help me feel…Spreading more time in nature would support me by…<br/><br/>We can't wait to hear how you are inspired in your life. If you would like more from us you can connect with us here:<br/><br/>Instagram - @inspiredtobe.podcastElise - @elise.inspiredSammy - @thestillspaceauStill with Sammy Website - www.thestillspace.com.au/<br/><br/>Love and Light, Elise and Sammy x