Give yourself some love
This year, I’d like to turn Valentine’s Day on its head. Forget about cupid, candy and flowers. It’s time to show yourself some love. I’m not talking about brunch or a bubble bath. I want to encourage you to do something that truly fills your heart with joy and brings peace to your life. It doesn’t matter if you’re single or in a relationship… it’s time to find your own individual spark and love yourself unconditionally.
What makes your heart sing? Make time this week to explore this idea, then set a date with yourself. Maybe it’s a paddle through the mangroves, a stroll through a botanical garden, birdwatching in a nature preserve, a bicycle ride on a scenic trail… these are just a few examples to get the juices flowing, but the sky is the limit!
For me, it’s dipping my toes in the ocean, maybe finding some sea glass or pretty shells as I stroll along the beach. I’m not talking about a brisk walk for fitness, this is a leisurely stroll where I breathe in the salty air, let the rolling waves soothe my soul, maybe watch the sun rise or set. Before I part, I’ll pick up some litter, a little token of reciprocity and love to return to Mother Earth.
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Join me for a remotely guided nature therapy experience on Sunday, Feb. 14 where we’ll focus on self-love and self-care.
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ABOUT KELLY-
Kelly Bruce is a writer, freelance adventurer and mermaid at heart. Her career path has included journalism, marketing and communications, but her true passion is spending time in nature and inspiring people to get outside. Now, she provides nature and forest therapy walks in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina, as well as virtual forest bathing workshops through Natural Wanders. She’s a copy editor and contributing writer for Portfolio, as well as our new Wander Wednesday blogger. We love having Kelly as part of our Portfolio girl gang and we hope her content will inspire you, naturally!
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Written by Kelly Bruce, Natural Wanders / Photography by @zailaffitte