What is a Mindful Outdoor Experience?

Mindful Outdoor Experiences are nature-based experiences combining nature therapy, mindfulness, and outdoor awareness skills.

With the average American spending a whopping 10+ hours a day on a screen and 90 percent of their lives indoors, it’s time to lay down your devices, press pause on your over scheduled days and step outside to reconnect with the natural world around you.

Mindfulness is awakening to the reality of the present moment.
Thich Nhat Hahn

What does that mean?

Mindfulness in nature is nothing new, it’s simply connecting to the world we inhabit and getting to know the elements and life forms we share our home with. It’s about tuning into nature and the place – the history, plants, animals, insects, waterways and landscapes – that’s all around you. I will guide you back (or deepen) your connection to the land and the place you call home.

You do not have to go to the ends of the earth to have this mindful and wild experience. A walk in a familiar place can be an epic mindful outdoor experience.

How?

In a Mindful Outdoor Experience we practice being in the present moment. We move slowly across the land exploring the natural world while engaging and expanding all our senses. It’s about slowing down, breathing and tuning into what is happening now. A Mindful Outdoor Experience is not about exercising, getting your steps or reaching a destination.

Each experience is unique to you, the place and the time. It is your personal journey into the natural world.

Nature is Good for us!

The facts are in! Spending time in nature improves our health in oh so many ways. As little as 120 minutes per week scores health rewards including:

Decreased stress hormones
Decreased blood pressure
Decreased heart rate
Increased immune response
Improved sense of well-being
Reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression
Improved sleep
Improved creativity and focus

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”
Albert Einstein

What to bring on a Mindful Outdoor Experience

We will be outside, standing, with gentle movement and walking short distances and sitting.*

Please bring:

A small bag or backpack with water and a snack if you might get hungry
Appropriate clothing for the season and weather. Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, jacket, rain gear, cold weather clothing etc
Comfortable walking shoes
Optional: Something to sit on such as a towel, or lightweight cushion or pad, binoculars
A positive attitude and
A curious and open mind

*Please let me know if you need any accommodations and I will be happy to help.

Connect with me to schedule your Mindful Outdoor Experience

If you live in the Treasure Valley in Idaho, email me at Thisfantasticlife@gmail.com with questions or for details, specifics and pricing. Mindful Outdoor Experiences are great for small groups, retreats and events.