Have you ever noticed how fantastic you feel after a walk, even if you had to drag yourself outside? Walking has been one of my best joy-boosters for many years. After a good walk I feel energized, motivated, and often times inspired to write (like right now).
I have (what I consider) the luxury of living in the woods. I have a tendency to take photos while walking. A LOT of photos!
Since my camera is filled with photos of the nature and wildlife that I come across on my walks or while just enjoying the outdoors, I thought I’d share some of my favorites. And since I love good quotes, I’m sharing some nature-inspired quotes, too.
I’m not a photographer, but I do enjoy trying to capture Mother Nature’s beauty!
“To walk into nature is to witness a thousand miracles.”
Mary Davis
“Stop every now and then. Just stop and enjoy. Take a deep breath. Relax and take in the abundance of life.”
Anonymous
“In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.”
John Muir
“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”
Anonymous
“Nature. Cheaper than therapy.”
Anonymous
“In the woods is perpetual youth.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
“In all things of nature, there is something of the marvelous.”
Aristotle
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature, and God.”
Anne Frank
“Take a quiet walk with mother nature. It will nurture your mind, body, and soul.”
A.D. Williams
“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.”
Vincent van Gogh
“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
Lao Tzu
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.”
Anatole France
“Animals are such agreeable friends―they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.”
George Eliot
“Be calm like a calm lake, then you will look beautiful like a beautiful calm lake!“
Mehmet Murat ildan
“The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.”
Rabindranath Tagore
“Not every lake dreams to be an ocean. Blessed are the ones who are happy with whom they are.”
Mehmet Murat ildan
“All my life through, the new sights of Nature made me rejoice like a child.”
Marie Curie
“Colors are the smiles of nature.”
Leigh Hunt
“Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”
Warren Buffett
“Love the trees until their leaves fall off, then encourage them to try again next year.”
Chad Sugg
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”
Chinese proverb
“Kindness is like snow- It beautifies everything it covers.“
Kahlil Gibran
Does Walking in Nature Spark Joy For You?
The hardest step is the first one. If you can get yourself out the door, I’m willing to bet you’ll enjoy a nice walk! Leave a comment with your thoughts about long walks and/or nature.
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Thank you for sharing your lovely photos, I could feel my body relaxing as I slowly scrolled through and read the quotes. The one of your tree ‘condo’ made me giggle, it looks startled by you!
So glad you enJOYed my pictures! There’s so many more on my camera roll. And tomorrow there’ll be more after my walk. ☺️
Love the pictures, looks so peaceful I want to come on a walk with you some day.
Hi Sarah, peaceful is a great word to describe the nature where I walk. I always seem to arrive back home feeling more calm and at peace. Walking really has so many benefits for the mind and body. Do you have any type of green space, such as a park, in your neighborhood?
Beautiful! Something I’ve really enjoyed from quarantine and social distancing and taking more time to enjoy the nature around us. <3 The birds, the pond, the trees, and my garden.
Yes! Being outside definitely helps to feel less isolated. I’m glad you mentioned gardens – so many people I know are taking extra time to enjoy their gardens this year.
Thanks. I enjoyed the pictures. Sometimes I forget to slow down long enough to snap a few shots
Can’t wait to take a walk with you. We have lots of fawns this year so maybe you can snap a few pics.