Our connection to water goes far beyond good hydration. There is a certain peace of mind that surrounds me as I paddleboard across the glassy sea at our family getaway in the outer islands of the Bahamas. It’s immersive. The early morning light sparkles over the vastness and makes me feel like anything is possible. Just being there creates space around any worries, while beckoning toward fresh, expansive creative thinking.
In centuries past, health practitioners prescribed “taking the waters” as a cure for depletions of all sorts. Modern environmental psychologists have confirmed what our ancestors knew, that regular visits to the seaside not only generate more happiness but also promote greater overall health. While Floridians are lucky to have easy access to the ocean, researchers have found that visiting a…
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Naples Illustrated (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2023