A discussion on Biophilia, the theory that humans possess an innate tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. With the change of seasons, it’s the perfect time to delve deep into our personal connection with the outdoors!
I sure do! Especially now that spring is here and summer is right around the corner…my inner Biophiliac is out in FULL force.
If you have no idea what I’m talking about, let me give you a little background.
While catching up on some news articles online, I came across a small column about Biophilia.
I had never heard that term before and was immediately interested in learning more about it. At first I thought it was some type of disease, but after reading more, I realized that I not only have Biophilia but it is a WONDERFUL thing!
What is Biophilia?
According to the dictionary…
BIOPHILIA n.-the human desire to spend time outdoors among plants, trees, and nature in general. <- that’s me in a nutshell ??♀️
The article said that spending time outside is one of the best things you can do for you long-term health & happiness and that…
“Doing so can reduce stress, lengthen your attention span, and possibly help you live longer.”
Well, I certainly believe all those positive effects are true and have definitely felt them myself throughout my lifetime.
I absolutely LOVE being in nature and spending time outdoors. I honestly would prefer to spend the majority of my time outside, rather than being stuck indoors with stale, stuffy, un-fresh air. That’s why I am such a warm weather and summer lover. The warm weather months allow me to me maximize my time outside. SCORE!
As soon as the temperature rises above 50 degrees here (yes, that’s warm in Buffalo), you can find me outside doing EVERYTHING! Work, eating my meals, exercising (of course! outdoor activity > gym going), and I will even do some gardening/landscaping (which I don’t particularly love) just to be outside. I also am CARfree as you all know, so that gives me extra opportunities to be outdoors as well.
I have my parents to thank for instilling a love of the outdoors in me from a very young age. They took me camping, hiking, biking, kayaking, and on long walks since I was little, so I don’t really remember a time when I didn’t LOVE being active outside.
I have actually considered living in New York City in the past just to have everyday access to Central Park. One of my ultimate “happy places” on earth. Parks, in general, are some of my favorite places to enjoy nature; tons of people, wildlife, and beautiful landscaping to enjoy.
So whether you’re a Biophiliac or not, I encourage you to get outdoors more often. Take advantage of the change of seasons and get outside for a few moments each day to reconnect with nature. Outdoor time is scientifically proven to benefit your mind, body, and spirit. Read more about the specifics here if you’re interested!
I’ll leave you today with some of my favorite pictures I’ve taken while immersing myself in nature…
Are you a Biophiliac?
What is your favorite way to enjoy nature?
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All those pictures are beautiful! I especially love the third one down of the building. Where is that? It looks so tranquil.
I am a biophiliac when the weather is nice. I can’t stand being outside in the snow and cold, but on a beautiful summer, spring, or fall day I could lay outside and chill out for hours! My favorite way to enjoy nature is running (obvious, haha) and hiking!
Your pictures are making me wish Summer was here right now! 😉 I love the picture of the little birdie. 🙂 So cute! 😀
I like being outside, but I think I am a mosqueto magnet. Not fun. But other than that, and as long as I am protected in one way or another, I love being outside in the sun. 😀
xoxox
Kathleen
I’m totally biophiliac. Now that its getting warmer especially! I started eating my breakfasts outside too. Go nature! 😛
i def am a biophiliac! but i also love staying indoors sometimes and just resting!>.. Q: doyou post workout snack? for every workout or just certain ones?
and….Q: what do you want to be when your older?!
Oh my goodness when I read the title of your post, I totally thought it was a disease or something! Thank goodness it isn’t, because I totally have biophilia! I LOVE being outside:) Thanks for introducing me to a new lil’ word:)
I sure do have biophilia!! I always feel so…”at home” when I’m outdoors. My mom thinks I’m crazy, but sometimes when I’m feeling stressed I’ll just go ouside to our huge backyard and just lay in the grass looking up at the sky. So refreshing. I love hiking and biking and taking walks…gosh, I wish it was summer alreadyy!
I totally have biophillia!! I just love being outside, swimming, hiking, running, walking the pups, anything!! I actually sat outside on my deck today with my book (and a blanket) because I am sooo sick of being stuck inside!!
ALSO your package should be there by wednesday next week as long as there are no holdups at the border!!! xoxo
I definitely have it!! Love being outdoors! I get antsy when I’m all cooped up at home!!
wow I totally have that!! I want nothing more right now than to be outside but it’s been raining/snowing lately. Spring should come already!!
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