This Outdoor Meditation Is Great For Those With Limited Access to Nature

Staying home can mean lots of screen time and not a ton of fresh air — this sort of imbalance could be contributing to that tension headache, anxiety, and stress you may be feeling.

If your space safely allows, a quick way to recoup is connecting with nature for a few minutes, but you can maximize the physical and mental benefits of being outside by meditating at the same time, too.

"To prepare for this specific meditation, find a quiet space outside — maybe your backyard or front porch. If you're in a city, get outside for a walking meditation if you can," said Nina Endrst, a reiki master and holistic healer and the creator of The SoulUnity.

For those without an outdoor space or who don't feel comfortable being in a public setting, open a window so you can feel the fresh air on your skin, Endrst said.

If your eyes are open because you are walking or reading, that's OK — do your best to breathe and stay present with yourself as you follow along with Endrst's outdoor meditation.

• Sit comfortably, or lie down if your space allows.
• Take a few moments to let your breath move through you. Notice without judgment where the breath is flowing freely and where it might be stuck. Be aware of what is happening in your body.
• Get quiet, and listen to your surroundings. Is your belly tight? Is your jaw clenched? Gently allow yourself to release a bit deeper into the ground beneath you.
• Take a deep inhale in through your nose as you bring awareness to your feet and legs.
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