Winter is often a struggle for me. Not so much physically (although I do get extra aches and pains) but more mentally. I've got a SAD light which helps but I've been advised to look more closely at nature . So, when the clocks went back last Sunday I started to make an effort. Here are the first few days.
Sunday. I spent ten minutes looking at the trees in the garden across the road. One is turning brown but at the moment it’s
half way through. One is a rich dark
red.
Monday. I'm watching a leaf. Just the one. It's not a leaf attached to a tree. It's attached to a spider's web. It's just outside my window and I can watch it bobbing around on the slightest breeze. The web is nearly invisible but must be very strong for its thickness.
Tuesday. I have decided to watch the sunrise. I often watch the really colourful ones but this is a dullish day. Even so I was surprised at the many shades of grey which appeared. I watched for over half an hour. Why have I always written off these sunrises as "dull"?
Wednesday. Today I went to the river in Brigg. It was very still with quite a few leaves
floating. What amused me was the
moorhens taking off. They run across the
surface of the water as if it were a runway and they have huge feet!
Thursday. I am not feeling quite so charitable towards nature
today. I went out to the garden and the
cabbage whites have ruined the tenderstem broccoli. I am surprised how late they have been
active.
I don't know whether this "habit" will help but I shall give it a good try!
It sounds a very positive idea.
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping so.
DeleteI love to wonder around our garden, noting the changes, and a few new things growing, we both love to watch the small birds at our bird feeders.
ReplyDeleteMe too, and I'm trying to slow down even more and reflect on what I see.
DeleteWe need to remember that we are part of nature. Time spent observing nature can only be beneficial, I think.
ReplyDeleteHarvey has what we call his happy light as well. In the mornings though he pulls the curtains wide open and watches the birds and people walking their dogs. He always has a smile on his face when doing so.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Have you seen this article in the Guardian today? Maybe it will give you some useful tips https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/nov/16/winter-is-coming-but-dont-panic-54-expert-tips-on-getting-through-the-cold-dark-months-ahead
ReplyDeleteYes, I read it. I'm also listening to the Kari Leibowitz book quoted extensively. I am trying to oberve myself dispassionately as a project but a project in need of TLC.
ReplyDeleteI think your idea to look at nature will help you. I have been admiring the sky and clouds this month. "The Heavens declare the glory of God." I sure need spirit lifting this week due to a few trials in my life. Take care friend.
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