Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with the power of the Earth. Embrace the elements to find ultimate relaxation and peace of mind on an earthly escape. Whether it’s the sun, the snow, or the sand, explore the landscape and find serenity from the comfort of untouched beauty.
1. Delight in the Ecstasy of Earthly Escapes
This world can be a chaotic place, and sometimes it’s necessary to escape it from time to time. Taking a break from all of the mayhem can be a bliss and a great way to renew yourself. Here are some of the best earthly delights you can enjoy.
Explore Nature
- Take a hike with some good company
- Go to a lakefront or a beachfront and marvel at the beauty of nature
- Go for a nature walk and get lost in your thoughts
Camping
- Gather your camping gear and set up camp in the wilderness
- Enjoy the peacefulness of being under the stars
- Have a bonfire with your fellow campers and create memories
Music
- Tune out the rest of the world with your favourite music
- Gather your instruments and create your own music
- Attend a concert and get lost in the music
These are only a few of the earthly escapes that can help you take a break from the chaos. Seek out these delights and enjoy your moment of bliss.
2. Discover the Refreshment of Nature’s Restorative Power
Nothing quite refreshes like a little time spent with nature. For some, a weekend camping trip is the perfect way to leave the city and its stresses behind. For others, walking through the park near home and admiring the natural beauty is enough to restore peace and replenish energy.
To kick off your journey to relaxation, find a stream, river, lake, or other body of natural water. Listen to the sound of the water and let your thoughts drift while appreciating the tranquility of the environment. Serenity can be found while watching the ripples on the surface of the water. This is the perfect spot to spend some time contemplating life and taking a few moments to release any pent up tension.
The outdoors can provide a feeling of freedom, and an opportunity to escape the trappings of city living. Enjoy nature’s therapeutic power by immersing yourself in the presence of trees, flowers, wildlife, and all the rest of the wonders of the natural world.
Swimming in a lake or the ocean can be a great way to connect with nature, while also giving you an all natural refresher. Floating in the water and watching the clouds move through the sky can be incredibly calming. Likewise, cliff diving, snorkeling, and scuba diving can be great activities to really dive into the healing power that nature has to offer.
Exploring trails of different lengths and levels of difficulty can provide a great distraction while also being refreshing. Take periodic breaks to appreciate the details of the surroundings, such as the varying shades of green in the trees, the songs of different birds, and the different types of plants and animals that populate the area.
No matter how you choose to spend your time outdoors, the natural elements have the power to refresh and restorative. To really maximize the experience, be sure to choose a quality destination that is safe for the environment and yourself as well.
3. Unplug from the Ordinary and Enjoy Solitude
Solitude can be a great refresher throughout our hectic lives. Despite its mischaracterization, being alone does not have to be routine and dull. Connecting with ourselves is key to deepening our inner strength and our connection to life.
Here are three ways to make unplugging from the ordinary a meaningful and enjoyable experience:
- Explore. Look around you. Notice the elements of nature such as leaves, the sky, and the earth. Feel the energy of the wind and the power of the sun. While exploring, open your heart and let it be filled with gratitude for this beautiful creation we are all a part of.
- Journal. Take your solitude as a chance to reflect on your life. Roam around your thoughts and write down what you come up with. You can journal on a variety of topics from gratitude to goals to lessons that you have learned. Use journaling to gain clarity and understanding in your life.
- Creative activity. Take a break from your routine and try out some creative activities. Whether creating art, writing music, or beading a necklace, creative activities can be great explorations of something different.
By unplugging from the ordinary, we can achieve a quiet yet fulfilling moment of being completely in the present. Our transition to solitude will become soothing when we open up to the newness of our surroundings. Whether it’s taking a second to appreciate the beauty of nature in all its elements or doing something creative, make sure that you take time for yourself.
4. Reconnect with the Simplicity of Life’s Little Joys
Amid the chaos and monotony of our everyday lives, our worries, stresses, and mundane tasks that need to be done, it’s easy to forget about the little joys in life that used to excite us. However, by tapping into the beauty of the little details we can once again appreciate the simpler things in life.
Take a walk in the park and spend time with nature. Notice the trees gently swaying in the wind, look out for mesmerizing sunsets, appreciate the calm before the stormy weather, or marvel at the birds singing beautiful songs. Even the mightiest of mountains started as grains of sand.
Stop and drink in the worthwhile experiences that keep popping up in your daily routine.
- Smell the coffee – the smell of coffee in the morning, or during a break from work, can offer a momentary pause and chance to fit in some soul-searching.
- Dive into a book – enjoy the smell and feel of a books pages. Have a book you’ve wanted to read but haven’t had the time? Now is the perfect time to start! Walk over to your local library.
- Express gratitude – gratitude can help to reconnect us with the world around us. Send a card, write a letter, or call someone to thank them for something they’ve done for you or even just to tell them how much you appreciate them.
Make the most of everyday occurrences. Enjoy a leisurely stroll and taking in the scenery. Spend time with family or friends, playing with the children in the park or having a heart-to-heart conversation. Find sources of positivity around you, even in the darkest of times. Smile a little more, laugh a bit harder, and love wholeheartedly.
We live in the present, but we can also look to the future. By taking the time for occasional earthly escapes, we can refresh our minds and bodies and come back ready to embrace anew whatever challenges — and joys — come our way.
