Spend some time outdoors

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Spend some time outdoors Are you spending 90% of your day indoors? Your body and mind are craving nature! In this quick, powerful 4-minute video, we break down the biological necessity of spending time outdoors. You will learn exactly how just 20 minutes in nature can: Significantly reduce the stress hormone (Cortisol). Boost your focus, attention, and creativity. Improve Vitamin D levels and lower blood pressure. We give you a simple action plan to start "microdosing" nature today. Watch now to unlock the secret to calm and better health!

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00:00In this video, we will talk in detail about the 6th element of the 10 elements that were mentioned in the previous.

00:06Stop scrolling for a second.

00:08When was the last time you felt truly unplugged?

00:10Average of 90% of our time indoors.

00:13Here's the secret the modern world forgot.

00:16Your well-being is intrinsically linked to the great outdoors.

00:20Let's start with your mind.

00:22Our digital lives put our brains into a constant state of low-level stress.

00:27This is sensory overload.

00:30Research shows that even a brief 20-minute walk in nature can significantly reduce levels of the stress hormone, cortisol.

00:37It's like a neurological reset button.

00:40When you walk among trees, your fight-or-flight response, your sympathetic nervous system, calms down.

00:46This mental break improves attention span and focus based on the attention restoration theory.

00:53If you're struggling with a problem, step outside.

00:55Nature stimulates the parts of your brain responsible for creativity and problem-solving.

01:02The benefits aren't just mental.

01:03They're deeply physical.

01:05First, vitamin D.

01:07Sunlight is the best source of this vital nutrient, essential for bone health and a strong immune system.

01:14Just 10 to 15 minutes of sun exposure a few times a week can make a massive difference.

01:19Studies consistently show that spending time in a natural environment lowers your blood pressure and heart rate.

01:26Why?

01:27It eases the strain on your cardiovascular system.

01:30And let's not forget the movement.

01:32Being outdoors naturally encourages physical activity.

01:36Whether it's a vigorous hike, a calming walk, or just puttering in the garden, you're moving more, which helps with weight management, muscle strength, and overall longevity.

01:46You don't need to climb a mountain to get these benefits.

01:49The recommended sweet spot is 2 hours of outdoor time per week, broken up however you like.

01:55Here's your action plan.

01:56The microdose.

01:57Drink your morning coffee on the balcony.

01:59The lunch break.

02:00Find the nearest park and spend 15 minutes there.

02:03The commute.

02:04Get off the bus or subway one stop early and walk the rest of the way.

02:08The key is to be present.

02:10Leave the phone in your pocket.

02:11Engage your senses.

02:13Feel the breeze.

02:14Listen to the birds.

02:15This is called mindfulness in nature, and it's where the true healing begins.

02:21Your body and mind were designed to connect with the natural world.

02:25It's not a luxury.

02:26It's a biological necessity.

02:29So, close your laptop.

02:31Put down your phone.

02:32For just a few minutes today, trade the blue light for the sunshine.

02:36Your stress levels, your physical health, and your inner creativity will thank you for it.

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