Be Rejuvenated, Physically Fit & More Effective In A Natural Setting

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It is something we all know. If we don’t know intuitively then we do through previous studies, but a current study concludes that the more time you spend in the outdoors close to nature, the more alive you feel. A recent article published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology says that getting close to nature is more rejuvenating to the body than drinking a cup of coffee. Physically and mentally we are more vibrant and alive when we step out into nature. Their conclusion is that the more time we can spend in a natural setting the more resilient we will be to protect ourselves from physical illness. Nature is fuel for the soul.

Going out into nature to lift our spirits also strengthens us physically, increasing our use of the senses, giving us the ability to be more in tune with a greater capacity to pay attention. We are kinder and more gentle beings when we are more in touch with the world of nature.

If we don’t take time to get away from the everyday on the go environment which we sometimes get intensely involved we do not function as effectively. It’s as though we become like a caged animal that begins to withdraw and experience unexplained illnesses. We need the green outdoors for our wellbeing.

In this particular study they did five different experiments with 537 college students. In this study the vitality levels of those who spent just 20 minutes a day consistently in the outdoors significantly rose.

We naturally connect with living things and when we are in the outdoors in nature we flourish. If you are feeling tired and listless go outside and breathe the fresh air and feel the sunshine on your face.

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Laurence Bunker is the President of Western Timber Frame, a company dedicated to making beautiful, high-quality timber frame structures accessible to businesses and homeowners across the country. With over 16 years of hands-on experience in the industry, Laurence brings deep expertise in timber frame design, engineering, and business leadership. At the heart of everything he does is a genuine belief that the right space — whether a sweeping commercial timber structure, a breathtaking interior, or a stunning outdoor living area — has the power to transform how people live, gather, and connect. That passion drives every project he touches, from large-scale commercial builds to custom residential timber frame creations.

Areas of Expertise

Commercial Timber Frame Structures
Interior & Exterior Timber Projects
Custom Pergolas, Pavilions & Outdoor Structures
Residential Timber Frame Design
Business Leadership & Operations
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