Walking as a way of thinking
If your mind is constantly being occupied, it is difficult to find time and space for yourself. And when we rush through our days of work and life, it is not rare for us to ponder about the reasons and meanings why we’re living this way. Instead of letting our brain take control and be drowned in dreadful thoughts (either consciously or unconsciously), going out for a walk in the neighborhood or a nearby park might be a good choice. Not only it’s a chance to get a different scenery after a day of 9–6 work, but it also encourages an active lifestyle. As for me, I’ll feel pretty refreshed even after a short walk of 15–20 minutes.
Walking is a good starting point for those who are inactive for a prolonged period. It allows your body to adapt gradually to the increased activities without experiencing too much pain that comes with sudden spikes in exercises. Plus, it is much easier to maintain consistency in walking as compared to other exercises (such as running or working out in the gym). Best of all, it’s free! (No membership or subscription required.)
Walking helps to calm me down, especially if I have a bad day. Taking my time to walk home through a nearby garden allows me the time to sort out my thoughts and think about what went wrong that day. By rationalizing these thoughts, it helps to tune down the negative emotions that were running high. That way, I won’t bring the negative emotions that I received from a day at work back home, which might influence the emotions of my loved ones.
Walking gives space and time, slows down the pace of living, and brings peace.
