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Thursday, July 31, 2025

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Posted on July 30, 2025
in Spirituality, Walking
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For Mary Oliver, a Pulitzer-prize winning American poet, “the door to the woods (was) the door to the temple.” 

Walking in the woods helps us understand ourselves and improve our lives in ways you didn’t yet know we could. A moment on our mindful walk may turn into a portal to a creative activity, an insight or an intuitive idea. We just need to pay attention to things you normally may ignore or think that they are not of our interest.

Original ideas flow in when our body is busy moving and we are quiet. We may get lost in thought. When that happens, as you now know, bring your attention back to your breath and ask why, how, what, and when about the days at this stage of your life. Be mindful of your breath and watch how ideas float in to help you answer your questions. 

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  • Lorraine

    There’s going to be a nice break in the heat this weekend. I’m looking forward to a long hike in the woods.

    July 31, 2025 at 12:34 pm
  • Jenn Diamond

    I’m so fortunate to live in a wooded area, so I can walk in the woods every day! Thank you for sharing, Madhu!

    July 31, 2025 at 3:21 pm
  • Madhu B. Wangu

    Enjoy your mindful hike!

    August 1, 2025 at 10:32 am
  • Madhu B. Wangu

    Fortunate indeed, Jenn! For some woods are miles away.

    August 1, 2025 at 10:33 am

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