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It's time to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax on National Garden Meditation Day on May 3! This special day was created to celebrate the calming effect that gardens can have on our minds, bodies, and souls. Whether it's a formal garden or an outdoor space filled with plants, there is something special about being surrounded by greenery that can bring peace and tranquility. Spend some time in your garden meditating, reflecting, and connecting with nature – you won't regret it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>520 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of Gardens for Meditation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The tradition of using gardens for meditation and reflection began with the creation of Japanese Zen Gardens in 520 BC.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1200s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Garden Therapy Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>Evidence of therapeutic horticulture can be traced back to hospitals in the 13th century, where gardens were used as part of patient recovery.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1840s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Public Parks Emergence</div><div class='timeline-text'>The idea of public parks for recreation and relaxation was promoted in the 1840s during the Public Health Act in the UK.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Meditation Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>Meditation gained popularity in western nations in the 1970s, encouraging the establishment of more gardens designed for meditation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Scientific Backing</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1990s, scientific studies started to document the healing effects of being in nature, leading to a renewed interest in garden meditation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beginning of National Garden Meditation Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Garden Meditation Day is established as a national observance in the United States, encouraging people to engage in this restorative practice.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go for a garden stroll</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a peaceful walk through your local gardens and take in the beauty of nature. Enjoy the vibrant colors, smells, and sounds of the environment around you while you meditate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a garden altar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather natural items from your garden to create an altar. Place them on a flat surface and arrange them in a pleasing way. You can use this as a focal point for your meditation practice.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Grow a garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Growing a garden can be a great way to relax and connect with nature. Plant some herbs, vegetables, or flowers and watch them grow as you meditate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Do yoga in the garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Yoga is an excellent way to stay connected with your body, mind, and spirit. Find a spot in your garden and practice some yoga postures while you meditate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take photos of the garden</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Capture the beauty of the garden by taking photos. Document the plants, flowers, and insects that you encounter while you are meditating.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Garden meditation is calming</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Spending time in a garden can be incredibly calming and relaxing. The sights and sounds of nature are soothing to the senses and can reduce stress. Sitting quietly with your thoughts in a peaceful environment can cleanse the mind and allow creativity to flow freely.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Gardens are beautiful</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing quite compares to being surrounded by lush green foliage, vibrant flowers, and fragrant herbs while you meditate. Whether it's at your own home or in a public park, gardens offer us the perfect escape from our everyday lives, allowing us to reconnect with nature and find peace within ourselves.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Garden mediation connects people</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Spending time outdoors helps bring people together. Whether you’re alone on a solitary walk or sharing an outdoor meditation session with others, getting outside helps us connect with each other over shared experiences and foster positive relationships based on compassion, mindfulness, and understanding.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Meditation Gardens Support Local Wildlife</h3><p class='facts-content'>A well-planned and maintained meditation garden can provide critical habitat for pollinators like bees, birds and butterflies, which play an essential role in our ecosystem.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Meditative Gardening Promotes Physical Wellbeing</h3><p class='facts-content'>Pruning, watering, planting, and other gardening activities can be gentle yet effective forms of exercise, improving cardiovascular health and muscle strength.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Meditation Gardens Have Therapeutic Value</h3><p class='facts-content'>Gardens are commonly employed in therapeutic settings like hospices and rehab centers, where patients can benefit from the calm and healing nature of these spaces.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gardening Enhances Mindful Eating Habits</h3><p class='facts-content'>Growing your own fruits and vegetables not only leads to healthier food options, but also deepens appreciation and awareness of the food we consume, increasing mindfulness during eating.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gardening Reduces Risk of Dementia</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies show regular gardening can reduce the risk of dementia by keeping the mind active, promoting problem-solving abilities, and improving sensory awareness.</p></div></div>
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