6 Lessons from mother nature
1 Accepting Change
The seasons show us that everything changes. They allow us to understand that things can’t remain stagnant, and that is a good thing.
As the leaves change in autumn, think of them as a sign that the world is ever-changing and evolving, and so are we.
As the sun shines through in the summer, remember what the autumn leaves felt like.
2 Strength
For me, the ocean has always reminded me of how small I am. It shows me how truly insignificant small feelings or doubt or worry can be in the bigger picture of things.
The little things just don’t always matter.
It’s also taught me to better deal with the unknown. When things get scary, we can move and adjust — just like the ocean. We can be strong and powerful, yet calm and steady.
3 Pace
Nature has always done a great job of teaching me to pace myself.
Whenever I’m worried about the future, I like to find time to immerse myself in nature as a way to remind myself of the beauty of the present.
Finding a quiet, calm place to lay in the grass is a wonderful way to do this. Notice the way the ground feels under your body and fingertips.
Remember, nature is always present.
4 Calm
Walking on the beach with my dog at night is one of my favouriate ways to feel the calmness of the earth.
The feeling of the sand underneath my fingertips, the sound of the birds chirping, the soothing echo of the waves. And because I live in Wellington the wind on my face creates a calmness and knowing of living in the present.
If you don’t live near a beach, try finding really any body of water. The sounds of life surrounding waters are sure to ease your mind and remind you to be still.
5 Sensory Awareness
Oftentimes, we underestimate the importance of our senses. We ignored our basic ability to see, hear, feel, observe.
Spending time in nature, however, is one of the best and most efficient ways to increase a human’s sensory awareness.
Go for a walk. Take note of the things you see, the things touch, the things you smell. Getting into this habit will help you to become more observant and aware of how things make you feel. It is a way to live in the present and bring forward gratitude.
6 Focus
Along with a better awareness of our senses, nature can help us to focus on what matters.
It quiets distractions and captures our attention through its uniqueness and beauty. It also shows us what really matters.
Take a moment to immerse yourself in nature without any distractions, which includes no mobile phones.
Notice the way your focus starts to shift from whatever may have been on your mind, to the present moment you are in.
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