Nature Is a Vitamin—And You Might Be Low on It

 Today, let's talk about something simple, powerful, and often overlooked:

Nature Is a Vitamin—And You Might Be Low on It

You take supplements for your body. You fuel yourself with water, rest, and food. But what about Vitamin N—Nature?

Spending time in nature isn't just a luxury or something "nice to do when you have time." It's a biological, emotional, and energetic necessity.

Just like your body needs nutrients to thrive, your mind and nervous system need natural light, fresh air, green space, and stillness.

Here's Why It Matters for You:

Being in nature helps regulate your nervous system, reduce stress hormones, and reset your internal rhythm.

You don't have to go off-grid or hike a mountain to get the benefits.

• A walk under the trees
• Sitting barefoot on the grass
• Watching a sunset
• Listening to birdsong

These moments reconnect you to something more profound than your to-do list.

Nature doesn't just heal the body—it reminds the mind of who you are underneath all the pressure.

Here's Where You Might Be Getting It Wrong:

• Telling yourself you don't have time
• Thinking a gym session or scrolling for a break will give you the same effect
• Forgetting that being outside is not optional for long-term well-being

The longer you go without it, the more disconnected, stressed, or flat you may feel—without even realizing why.

If You Don't Reconnect with Nature, You Risk:

• Feeling mentally foggy or emotionally drained
• Staying stuck in your head and out of your body
• Missing a simple, free, and powerful source of clarity, calm, and creativity

When you're low on nature, everything feels harder. It's like your system exhales when you get just a little of it back.

Here's What You Can Do Instead…

Think of nature as a vitamin you can dose daily—not in hours or miles but in moments.

Here are five ways to give yourself a quick dose of Vitamin N:

5 Simple Ways to Get Your Nature Dose

Way #1: Step Outside for 5 Minutes—No Phone

Let the sun or breeze hit your skin. Close your eyes. Breathe. That's a reset right there.

Way #2: Move Your Body Outdoors

A short walk, gentle stretching, or sitting with your feet on the ground can help your body release tension and clear clutter in your mind.

Way #3: Find Your Closest "Green Space"

You don't need a forest. A backyard, a tree-lined street, a nearby park—they all count. Your nervous system doesn't judge size.

Way #4: Bring Nature In

Open a window, add a plant to your desk, or play ocean or forest sounds in the background. Even visuals of nature help calm the brain.

Way #5: Watch the Sky

Sunrise, sunset, and clouds rolling by—even a two-minute gaze at the sky can give your brain a rest from screens and stimulate creativity and peace.

Here's an Easy Step You Can Take Today:

Before the day ends, step outside.
Look up, breathe in, feel your feet on the ground, and let nature meet you where you are.

It doesn't have to be long. It just has to be intentional.

P.S.

This reminds you that you are part of nature, not separate from it. Like anything living, you thrive when you're rooted, grounded, and reconnected.

If you've been feeling off lately—mentally, emotionally, and physically—start by taking a step outside. Then, schedule a call to discuss more ways to restore balance to your life.

Let nature help you remember who you are.