I love Bilbo and Frodo Baggins and their bravery in the face of the unknown. I could use a little bit of that in my life.
I had the idea a few days ago to walk 15 trails in 30 days. There is something about hiking that is incredibly therapeutic and now there is actual evidence that it can change your brain. CLICK HERE
The article I linked to says being in nature can help stop obsessive, negative thoughts. I so need that.
Today's walk was pretty easy, It was just along a back road in the country. I took the picture above because I love the line of the fence. Tomorrow I'm going on a hike with a friend and her two sons and I'm so excited. Bonus that her sons are two of my students.
I feel at peace right now. I am learning to appreciate those moments when I do. I don't have many and maybe this hiking resolution will help with that. Usually my mind is a negative, churning black hole that Never. Shuts. Up.
Because I actually feel at peace right now, I'm going to stop here. Although I want to blog openly and honestly about this mental illness I regularly battle, I'm afraid if I get too into it, I'll lose that peace and I don't want to lose it just yet.
I'm glad you found some peace yesterday. Your blog should be required reading for anyone who loves someone who has depression. It is just so hard to understand for those who have never experienced it.
ReplyDeleteI think it would help some people understand the darkness and despair. So many people still equate depression with "moodiness".
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