Whittleseawalkandtalk

07/03/2025

Research shows that spending time near water can significantly reduce stress and enhance cognitive performance. Negative ions from colliding water boost your immune system and improve overall well-being. Combine this with sunlight for an even greater mental and physical uplift!

Grounding has a powerful impact on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing and we’re seeing this reflected in research and practice amongst high performers in the sporting and corporate world. As interest in grounding continues to grow, it’s becoming a key wellness trend, alongside an area of ...

16/01/2025

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The picturesque natural environment of Quarry Hills Parkland will be even more accessible to residents and visitors when 4.5 kilometres of new walking and cycling trails are added to the existing network.

07/01/2025

walking in nature help us cut out the noise and help us focus and prioritize.

05/01/2025

Nature offers such a calming experience. Research has shown that connecting to nature is essential for our mental health. So what can we do?

Add a little green or blue around
In your workspace, add some plants. If you are in a hospital or somewhere that does not allow soil, try fake plants, flowers in a vase, or possibly some dried native flowers. If you prefer to add some blue, try a picture of a beach, the ocean, or a lake. Having these around your daily workspace can help your mood.

Looking out a window
Having nature in our workspace can sometimes be difficult, but having a view out a window is often more achievable. Look out a window and notice what the landscape looks like. Are there any animals that you see? What are the skies looking like? Are there any tracks in the dirt? Do the branches on the trees have any foliage or flowers?

Spending time in nature
Ask yourself how you spend physical time in nature. When was the last time you spent quality time there? What captured your attention the most? Is there a certain time of day that you like to do this? Can you incorporate nature time into your day? Sometimes, by changing our routine a little, we can incorporate more nature time into our day. Try having a cuppa outside instead of in the tea room at work, or stopping at that small grass patch you walk by on your way to or from work.

What can I see and hear in nature?
Being deaf has its perks; one is taking my hearing aids off and allowing my other senses to do their thing. When I put my hearing aids on again, I can really notice the sounds that are around me. For others, I would encourage this practice (minus the hearing aids) by focusing on one of your senses at a time and allowing them to soak up what nature has to offer.

As humans, we are hard-wired for connection. That connection does not only include humans and animals but also to our environment. How are you connecting to your environment? Are there any barriers, and if so, how can you overcome them? Nature has a significant connection to our wellbeing, and being one with the force of nature can lighten up the load.

03/01/2025

‘Take some time away from screens, your phone, computer and TV. Connect with nature.’

As little as 20 minutes outside – whether it’s spent exercising or just sitting – can significantly lower stress hormone levels.

Just 20 minutes of contact with nature will lower stress hormone levels, reveals new study; Frontiers in Psychology

13/11/2024

Walking in nature is a great way to stay fit and healthy. There are plenty of free local guided walks in the Plenty Gorge Park. Discover them.

Walking in nature is a great way to stay fit and healthy. Enjoy stunning scenery, breathe in fresh air and, if you are lucky, see the local wildlife. Park Walks are free, don't require any equipment beyond comfortable walking shoes and they're suitable for all ages. Through our discovery tours you c...

15/09/2024

10 Best Melbourne Walks Accessible By Public Transport 2024

⁰https://weareexplorers.co/walks-near-melbourne-public-transport/

Ditch the car and start your adventure the moment you step outside.

31/08/2024

My worth is not defined by others or by the voices in my head. Our unique differences are to be celebrated. Thank you to Nature.

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When we are misunderstood and unsupported, it’s easy to feel alone, as if we don't quite fit into the world around us. But something beautiful starts to happen when we understand that our uniqueness is not a flaw but a cause for celebration.

As we learn to appreciate and share our individual gifts, recognising the beauty in our differences, we find a renewed connection to the world - similar to the harmony found in nature, where each element contributes to the overall beauty of the landscape.

Drawing inspiration from the natural world, we come to understand that embracing our differences is a gift we can offer to the world, making it a more beautiful place for everyone around us.

The answer lies in bridging gaps, cultivating empathy, and revealing the vibrant tapestry of our shared human experience through the acknowledgment and celebration of diversity.

When we are misunderstood and unsupported, it’s easy to feel alone, as if we don't quite fit into the world around us. But something beautiful starts…

22/03/2024

Tomorrow, 23 March we have a special 2 hour walk facilitated by Jeff , a nature steward who will educate us all about the history of the hills. Join us at 9am
https://events.humanitix.com/a-walk-in-the-park-quarry-hills

Thanks to the City of Whittlesea for supporting us with this event.

This is part of the 2024 Conservation Walk and Talk Series, City of Whittlesea