A FEW HOURS A WEEK IS ALL WE NEED
A wander in nature does wonders for the mind. Two hours outside is all it takes to lower blood pressure, release happy chemicals and sharpen the senses. That’s why we’re curating the best headspaces – inspiring locations in the Great Outdoors that you can truly unwind in.
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VIRGINIA WATER
Ancient monuments, cascading waterfalls and stunning vistas can be found at the woodland shores of Virginia Water Lake, a perfect natural oasis just outside of London. The ideal mental pitstop to escape the rat race and clear your mind.
MENTAL HEALTH BENEFITS
2 A WEEK
Studies have proved that those who spend 2 hours or more in nature per week had consistently higher health and wellbeing levels.
NATURE & MENTAL HEALTH
Spending time in nature has been proven to reduce stress, brooding and anxiety and help increase our attention span. These ‘changes’ in the brain have been show to last for some time after returning to urban environments.
NATURE & HAPPINESS
Spending time in nature has been proven to reduce rumination and keep people present.
NATURE & CREATIVITY
Time outdoors can have a big boost on creativity. Many studies have shown that ‘attention restoration’ is one huge benefit gained from spending time in nature, away from digital distractions. This leads to strong problem solving abilities in controlled studies.
NATURE & FAMILY BONDING
Spending time in nature has been shown to strengthen family bonds.
NATURE GENETICALLY HARD WIRED
Research has shown that we are even genetically hard wired to love being in nature.