Self-care goes Green: A Photobook (Ilocos, Philippines)

Nature itself is the best physician.

~Hippocrates

This is the first quote you can spot when you are going to google quotes about nature for your Instagram captions. Indeed! Just a bit of unwind in nature is an instant cure for our weary soul. 

Nature Therapy as defined by Madeline Laguaite in the article “Do You Need a Nature Prescription?” from WebMD [https://wb.md/3CFjjIT], also called ecotherapy, is the practice of being in nature to boost growth and healing, especially mental health. You might also hear it called green care, green exercise, green therapy, or horticulture therapy.  Apparently, most people crave a vacation in scenic places to escape from their hardships even in a short while, so they can get back up again. For some, it is a much-needed break from their daily routine like going outside for a walk in the park, a morning jog to get soaked in the sun, or even gardening.

 

This might sound a cliché but spending time in nature reminds me that there is more to life and allows me to perceive things positively. It turns me into a whole new person who is ready to take whatever life will throw at me. Experiencing nature is one of my self-care tips. As professional research suggests, nature has mental health benefits. 

 

So, in case you need a dose of nature especially during this pandemic where traveling or going outside makes us uneasy, here is my collection of nature photos with its healing effect. 

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