Lately, I heard an author describe how she used nature to “get out of a bad place.” Coincidently, another friend wrote this weekend, “These cool morning walks, alone, and let the birds talk and water sounds going bye a stream….those as happiness in our souls.” If we think about it we use nature in all its many forms to “get out of a bad place.”
The rhythmic sounds of a stream, the quiet dialogue of birds, the cool embrace of a morning walk—these aren’t just pleasant experiences; they’re anchors that can ground us when we feel adrift. It’s a reminder that even amidst personal turmoil, the natural world continues its steady, beautiful rhythm, offering a sense of perspective and belonging.
What else do we use to get out of a bad place. I read once that the best form of prayer is to randomly open the bible and start reading. Soon you are in a conversation with God. When I was a young boy I used a rubber ball and a nearby wall to leave my bad place and arrive in my imaginary world. That simple, repetitive action of throwing a ball against a wall created a space where I could process and find peace.
We all need a reliable way to navigate the “bad places” in our lives. What’s yours?
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