Grounding & Nature
Grounding & Nature
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Grounding helps us stay in the moment when worried, upset or distressed. It helps us connect with and notice our bodies and the sounds, smells, tastes, sights, and textures in the world right around us: the feeling of walking on grass or carpet, smelling your favourite candle or the neighbourhood's BBQs, that "I just brushed my teeth" minty taste, the tart taste of lemonade, the sound of the kettle boiling or the birds singing, the feel of the couch fabric, the warmth of the sun on your face, the colour of new leaves and noticing the freckles on your skin.
Grounding helps us stay in the moment when worried, upset or distressed. It helps us connect with and notice our bodies and the sounds, smells, tastes, sights, and textures in the world right around us: the feeling of walking on grass or carpet, smelling your favourite candle or the neighbourhood's BBQs, that "I just brushed my teeth" minty taste, the tart taste of lemonade, the sound of the kettle boiling or the birds singing, the feel of the couch fabric, the warmth of the sun on your face, the colour of new leaves and noticing the freckles on your skin.
When we focus on grounding ourselves in the moment, our thoughts can neither worry about the future nor ruminate on the past. It requires us to let go of our distressing thoughts and allows us to relax our bodies as we tune in to the world under our fingertips.
This polar bear cam is streaming from Cape Churchill in northern Manitoba's Wapusk National Park, home to one of the world's largest concentrations of polar bear maternity dens. In October and November, watch these bear families wait for sea ice--a critical hunting platform for polar bears--to form. What do you think they are noticing with their senses in the great outdoors?
Grounding in Nature
Grounding in Nature
Sometimes, the best way to hit the reset button is to get outside and connect with nature. It's a practice called grounding, and it's a super simple, free tool you can use anytime.
Grounding isn't about some fancy ritual. It's about using your five senses to become present and aware of your surroundings. It can help you:
Calm your mind. By shifting your focus from racing thoughts to the world around you, you can give your brain a break and feel more centered.
Reduce stress. Research shows that being in nature can lower your heart rate and stress hormones, helping you feel more relaxed and peaceful.
Boost your mood. Just a few minutes outside can help you feel more connected and positive, giving you a mental and emotional lift.
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