Relaxing in backyard bluebonnets is one way nature can bring calm to our bodies and minds during stressful times. Research shows spending as little as five minutes outside can reduce stress levels. Plus, even viewing scenes of nature reduces fear and anger, and makes you feel better emotionally.
If your stress levels are low right now, spend time with my backyard bluebonnets to feel even better. If your stress levels are high, or you are depressed, afraid, or angry, sit back and enjoy a little relaxation in my backyard bluebonnets to feel better emotionally. Take your mind off your worries.
And get a few ideas for how to create time in nature in your own backyard.
And get a few ideas for how to create time in nature in your own backyard.
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Ways to create relaxation in nature
Place a chaise lounge, Adirondack chair, garden bench, wicker chair, . . . right in the middle of your flowers.
A cushioned chaise lounge set in the midst of bluebonnets brings nature up close, close enough to touch and to see details.
The flowers are just opening and will continue to bloom for about two to three more weeks. Being right next to them is the best way to enjoy them to the fullest.
Spring is the best time of the year for weather at my house. Chances are you can say the same about spring weather at your house, too, regardless of what flowers blanket your fields as spring arrives. So, enjoy the best time of the year no matter what else is going on!
Regardless when spring weather arrives at your house, you do not have to wait until leaves are on the trees or flowers are in full bloom to enjoy nature. You can also get outside to lift your spirits when plants are just emerging from the ground.
Make your time in nature a retreat by adding special touches to your chair-in-the-flowers. Soft cushions encourage you to lie back, to relax your head and shoulders, and to stare into the trees above. Allow your mind to focus on nature's beauty all around you, nothing else.
If the temperatures are still on the cool side, snuggle up in a soft quilt.
A large quilt makes it easier to wrap up, without struggling to keep all parts of your body warm enough. No legs dangling out the bottom of the quilt or shoulders and neck shivering while keeping your feet warm.
To help you ease your mind away from racing thoughts, read a beautiful magazine with ideas for ways to celebrate the season. Read ways for decorating your home, starting a new craft, cooking a spring recipe, or planning a garden.
Reading fills your mind with ideas and crowds out other thoughts.
Every so often look around at the flowers, trees, birds, or sky. Daydream about the beautiful ideas you've just read about.
Take time for your mental health by spending time outside in nature.
If you don't have bluebonnets in your backyard, but you do live in Texas, remember to watch the roadsides for spring wildflowers as you make required trips to the grocery store, doctor's office, or post office.
Roll down the car windows, and drive on the back roads and feeder lanes at a slower pace to enjoy bluebonnets, Indian paintbrushes, primroses, red clover, wild poppies, . . .
You do not have to interact with anyone. Savor nature for a little French way of living . . . a little joie de vivre!
Add cushions on which to lean back your head
Add a quilt to ward off cool weather
Take your favorite magazine to read while relaxing
Reading fills your mind with ideas and crowds out other thoughts.
If you don't have bluebonnets in your backyard, but you do live in Texas, remember to watch the roadsides for spring wildflowers as you make required trips to the grocery store, doctor's office, or post office.
Roll down the car windows, and drive on the back roads and feeder lanes at a slower pace to enjoy bluebonnets, Indian paintbrushes, primroses, red clover, wild poppies, . . .
You do not have to interact with anyone. Savor nature for a little French way of living . . . a little joie de vivre!
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We may not be able to control what happens around us, but we can control how we respond. Living happens everyday on the journey, not at a specified day in the future. Don't forget to enjoy today's wonderful moments, like seeing bluebonnets, even when times seem uncertain, scary, or depressing.
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