Change of Scene

Do you find yourself spending the majority of your life inside? This can become depressing. Finding a change in scene can be very therapeutic.

Consider your desires and your options. You shouldn't need to travel far. Does your town have a park? How about a nature center? A public beach can also be nice if there is an accessible boardwalk available to make walking easier. Think about it and consider sharing some of these with me. I will start by sharing a couple here.

I have also found it fun to drive to an area overlooking the ocean and sit in my car, relax with a book with the windows down and sun roof open, radio playing. Smelling the ocean breeze and hearing the screeching gulls can be very relaxing.

Do you like the woods? I do! I love the smell of pine. I enjoy going to my brother's home as he is nestled in the pines. I usually get out of my car and take a nice deep breath of fresh air, listen to the sound of the breeze in the high trees, and after going into this home, I start relaxing and often take a nap. When I wake I often feel refreshed and strengthened.

Is there some special place you like to visit? Please share with me!! I look forward to hearing from you here, or on one of my message boards here on WebMD.

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