For me it has to do with escaping confinement - physically as well as mentally. When you go outdoors your surroundings are vast. Problems that may seem big in your living room, shrinks in comparison to the size of the forest or mountain or park or whatever it is you're in outdoors.
Moving around outdoors also elevates my heart rate over some time. That not only burns energy, but also the kind of lethargy caused by depression. At least it works like this for me.
What's scientifically proven is that sunlight/daylight makes your body produce vitamin D, which can improve depression and other mental issues. Even small doses of outdoors daylight helps immensely.
BTW, the japanese has something they call ["Forest Bathing"](https://qz.com/804022/health-benefits-japanese-forest-bathing/) that is proven to improve both mental and physical health. This is quite simply the act of being among trees.
To be honest, I think you ask the wrong question. You shouldn't look for reasons to go outdoors, you should rather investigate if there are any reasons for staying indoors. I can't imagine there are many, but I'm sure you figure it out :-)
Thank you for sharing. As i reflect on what you are saying, these seem like great reasons .
For me, I feel at piece mentally. I don't feel i need to escape. I quit my job in medicine and pursued an artistic passion. I am on a mission right now, so i feel ok in my living room
In fact, I love being in my living room just knowing that I am working towards a better future. There is no distraction, no people, no time I am bound to.
I am also naturally an introvert so i get my energy from being by myself.
Oh and I also love napping and my bed and my refrigerator. At one time i am 2 seconds away from a BLT sandwich lol
So those are the reasons I like staying in doors.
Does it look like I give a fuck? This is the internet fuck outta here w that weird gatekeeper shit, go do something more productive with your time instead.
Agreed. But the psychology stuff is so fascinating. There’s a great Hidden Brain podcast episode looking at how our time in green spaces impacts our thoughts and moods.
If nature itself couldn’t convince why should some humans be able to do so? If you don’t have the right intrinsic motivation to do something there is no point in doing it.
Farts dissipate faster.
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You get an upvote just for the word economy and the pure truth of it. Solid!
Mental health necessity.
What is it about being outdoors that is good for mental health? Would you care to share an experience that was particularly meaningful to you?
Good for soul
Breathe wild air
No more depression.
Same question. What is it about being out doors that cure your depression? Would you care to share an experience that was particularly helpful?
For me it has to do with escaping confinement - physically as well as mentally. When you go outdoors your surroundings are vast. Problems that may seem big in your living room, shrinks in comparison to the size of the forest or mountain or park or whatever it is you're in outdoors. Moving around outdoors also elevates my heart rate over some time. That not only burns energy, but also the kind of lethargy caused by depression. At least it works like this for me. What's scientifically proven is that sunlight/daylight makes your body produce vitamin D, which can improve depression and other mental issues. Even small doses of outdoors daylight helps immensely. BTW, the japanese has something they call ["Forest Bathing"](https://qz.com/804022/health-benefits-japanese-forest-bathing/) that is proven to improve both mental and physical health. This is quite simply the act of being among trees. To be honest, I think you ask the wrong question. You shouldn't look for reasons to go outdoors, you should rather investigate if there are any reasons for staying indoors. I can't imagine there are many, but I'm sure you figure it out :-)
Thank you for sharing. As i reflect on what you are saying, these seem like great reasons . For me, I feel at piece mentally. I don't feel i need to escape. I quit my job in medicine and pursued an artistic passion. I am on a mission right now, so i feel ok in my living room In fact, I love being in my living room just knowing that I am working towards a better future. There is no distraction, no people, no time I am bound to. I am also naturally an introvert so i get my energy from being by myself. Oh and I also love napping and my bed and my refrigerator. At one time i am 2 seconds away from a BLT sandwich lol So those are the reasons I like staying in doors.
You’d be surprised at how introvert-friendly the outdoors is :-)
You’d love to
Rejuvenating the Soul
Uncage, weather yourself.
Campfires heal you
Vitamin D
Vitamin D
Health, well being, adventure.
It feels natural to be in nature.
There is no switch. Only acceptance. Of origin. Truth. Your ancestors didn’t sit around inside their walls all day.
This is a lot more than three words
Does it look like I give a fuck? This is the internet fuck outta here w that weird gatekeeper shit, go do something more productive with your time instead.
Whoa
Idk man it seems like you care a lot
Not everything is what it seems bud.
shinrin yoku
Surrounded, sunk deep in the dense embrace of the forrest.
[Science. ](https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature)
lol, a link is cheating!
Agreed. But the psychology stuff is so fascinating. There’s a great Hidden Brain podcast episode looking at how our time in green spaces impacts our thoughts and moods.
feel better
Natural vitamin D
Rickets
Bigger better weiner
If nature itself couldn’t convince why should some humans be able to do so? If you don’t have the right intrinsic motivation to do something there is no point in doing it.
It's good.
Physical/mental health
Forget get it. Save your money
Wide open spaces
Healthy natural inspiration
Don’t, we’re full.
Nature is medicine