Why do we feel so much better after spending time outdoors?
Aside from the fresh air and being active, I believe that we have a strong connection to the natural world. This painting was painted from a scene on a mountain trail, lined by tall, tilted pines with such interesting shapes.
When venturing out I like to shut off my mind and my phone (although my camera never shuts off!)
And focus completely on the surroundings… the warmth of the sun, the breeze in the air, the details of the earth as I walk.
And then there's the light on the hills, the sounds of wildlife, leaves on the trees, rocks jutting out at the sides of the trail… once you start to notice, it goes on and on.
Spending time in places that feed us in positive ways is incredibly healing to the soul.
Maybe that’s why so many of us feel the pull to be in nature.
~ Theresa