Whether you’re looking for inspiration or searching for a more open location to explore your writer’s voice, journaling in nature is a great way to explore the outside and gain new perspectives. Journaling in general has a variety of benefits to reap, such as a boost in cognitive memory and constructively organising one’s thoughts.
By adding the topiary of senses of nature to the mix, you’ll have the opportunity to create an enriching environment for your writing and journaling to bloom. Unsure how to begin your journey outdoors with the intention to grow and enhance your personal writing style? Here are a few tips and tricks to start the amazing adventure of nature journaling.
Find what works for you
There is a wide selection of components to add to your nature journaling, it just depends on what elements you enjoy and wish to incorporate. From sketching what you see to writing your thoughts and feelings while in nature, there is no one way to enjoy this creative practice. Be sure to pack your necessary items along on your journey, as inspiration can strike at the most unlikely places.
Discover where in nature you’re most happy
One’s experience and what we perceive in nature are unique, so be sure to choose a natural environment that speaks to you. The location could also depend on what type of writing you’re looking to explore.
If you’re searching for a space to muse on negative emotions, be sure to pick a location you feel comforted by, such as your own garden. A hike in the mountains can be a great option for individuals looking to sketch a myriad of moments on their journey, which can be used as a starting point to explore your thoughts.
Pick an interest point and observe
It’s important to note that the main objective is not exercise, but rather to absorb your surroundings with intention. By sitting in nature, you’ll be able to see how the world moves while you are still. Whether it’s creatures scurrying by or simply the symphony of nature sounds, you’ll be sure to feel your creative juices flowing.
Some interest points examples include sitting by a river, watching which insects land on a flower bush, or simply watching the rhythm of waves crashing on the shore.
Document your surroundings
If you’re looking to venture out in nature on a regular basis, it’s important to note your surroundings in detail in order for you to recall the specific day. From noting the weather conditions to collecting flowers on your journey, this is a great way to ensure this specific journey and moment is documented and cemented in your journal.
Go back to your musing and reflect
This is why documenting your surroundings is important, as this allows you to reflect on the feelings and emotions you were experiencing on a particular day. Time has a way of warping our ideas of how we perceive our past, so by going back and reflecting you can gain some insight on the person you once was and how far you’ve come.
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