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14 Reasons You Need to Go Outside More

Get off the couch and walk outside.

Kaylin Harmon
Jan 31, 2017
Johns Creek, Georgia
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It's time to stop binge watching Netflix shows and go do something outside! Even if you aren't going on an extravagant adventure, any time you can be outside is better than being inside- you'll find yourself feeling more content in all aspects.

1. Your memory will be improved

2. Your immune system will be able to fight off diseases more easily

3. Spending time in nature can help lower ADD symptoms and make concentrating more manageable

4. The natural light from outside helps regulate sleep and calm stress levels

5. Nature's beauty can create a boost in energy

6. Doing more outdoor activities protects your eyes from becoming nearsighted

7. Walks in the park are known to lower anxiety and depressed moods

8. Believe it or not, you're exposed to more harmful pollutants inside than you are outside

9. You will receive more Vitamin D which leads to a decreased risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer disease, hip fractures, and pregnancy complications

10. You'll learn to try new things you wouldn't usually try indoors

11. You may meet new people you may have never met otherwise

12. A lot of outdoor activities can help to raise one's self esteem

13. If you are someone who struggles with social anxiety, being outside can help you feel connected to the world

14. A lot of nature is very asethetically appealing and just looking at it can make you feel more optimistic about life

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