Actual nature is important, being outdoors is not enough if it's man-made environments: [^1] - Quietness and leaves >>> concrete busy roads - Helps with having more opportunity to focus - It sounds like it helps overcome [[Parasitic processing]] But the crazy thing is that they could just be representations of the Now, what makes something nature-like? - ![[The Extended Mind#^w4zgvv]] - Another thing to consider is [[Sunlight]] As I'm back in the new home, I've made it a commitment to go for a walk in the morning. Unlike my previous walks in busy sidewalk, I feel much more energized in my walk down the suburbs. ## Examples - Restoring capacity for focus compared to other alternatives - ![[The Extended Mind#^x5anjn]] ![[Feel-Good Productivity#^dd3o95]] ![[Feel-Good Productivity#^0zetm5]] - Also had a study on green roofs being more relaxing than black roofs wtf ## Why - The peacefulness of nature allows us to engage in [[System 1]] thinking and to explore our curiosities. This positive feeling is what a [[Digital Galaxy]] allows for through [[Sensemaking]] and [[Open-Mindedness]] - ![[The Extended Mind#^ldrkiy]] # References [^1]: [[The Extended Mind#^1hem9t]]