The ground beneath our feet, the air we breathe and the water we drink connect us to the Earth every day. Many people find that nurturing this connection brings a sense of peace and belonging.
Notice the ground
Take a moment to feel your feet on the ground. Notice the earth supporting you.
Use your senses
Spend one minute outside noticing what you see, hear, smell and feel.
Gratitude for the Earth
Think of the gifts you receive from the natural world: food, water, shelter, beauty.
Caring for the planet
Small actions, like reducing waste, planting something or walking instead of driving, can be a way of expressing care.
Nature as company
Time outdoors can be a comfort, especially on hard days.
How little is enough
Step outside today and feel the ground under your feet for one minute.
For more, read Mother nature: simple ways to enjoy time outdoors.
If you’d like to keep going with this, you’ll find a few gentle guides on the Guides page.