With the weather starting to warm up and the first signs of spring starting to appear. I’m now itching to get outside and go explore. For many of us, however, this involves a lot of effort, time off work, planning and travel. So, what if I told you there was a simpler way to get that same buzz of adventure, but without all the ‘faff’…
For a long time now, I have enjoyed taking myself on what I like to call ‘micro-adventures’. They’re nothing crazy and certainly can’t replace long trips away, but being getting out, exploring and feeling a part of nature always brings me joy!
So what is a 'micro-adventure'?
Micro-adventures can be as elaborate as you want them to be, from simply going out into your garden and identifying your local wildlife or enjoying your lunch outside in the fresh air, all the way to camping, going for a wild swim or enjoying a local nature reserve. Many of us may do this in some way already through our daily routines, such as walking the dog. However, purposefully noticing nature, putting away our screens, and specifically setting aside time outside of our busy lives to relax and enjoy the outdoors can be so beneficial for our mental health and general wellbeing.