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Be On The Outside

Stress Management

Add more “outdoors” to your life to reduce stress, improve mood and restore attention levels by giving your brain a break.

Exercise outdoors:Instead of only exercising at the gym or other indoor space, include activities you can do on a nature or fitness trail. Examples include brisk walking, jogging, cycling or roller-blading.

Spend quality time:Visit a park or go for a social walk with friends and family.

Get quiet in nature:Find a place to sit quietly to relax or meditate to help connect with your mind, body and spirit.

© American Institute for Preventive Medicine

January 23, 2026
Do A Digital Detox

Stress Management

Overuse of electronic devices and our interactions with them can contribute to chronic stress. Consider taking a digital detox retreat, where you remove all electronic devices and reconnect with yourself and nature. Explore ecotherapy, or connecting with and immersing yourself in nature. Ecotherapy has proven to help some people manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Be More Earth-Friendly

Much of the energy that powers homes comes from fossil fuels, which contribute to global warming. Unplug electronics when you are not using them to reduce energy use and carbon emissions.

© American Institute for Preventive Medicine

January 23, 2026