A Walk in the Park to Cheer You Up

As the rate of depression seems to be increasing in the developed world, more and more people are turning to recreational and prescription drugs.  While these may help temporarily, they certainly don't solve the problem and often lead to more problems later on.  In my opinion, one of the main reasons for the rapid rise in depression is urbanization.  As we get further and further away from nature, people seem to have a more difficult time coping with life's challenges.  Many scientists are now verifying this.  One study showed that people are less depressed and less tense after spending time walking in a park rather than a shopping mall.  Another study showed that people are more altruistic, less materialistic, and kinder to their fellow humans when shown nature pictures, rather urban pictures.  So spend more time in your garden, take walks in our many local parks, and enjoy feeling more connected to the power that heals you.  You'll see, life will get much easier as result.

For more information:
http://www.naturalnews.com/037693_nature_deficiency_mental_health_benefits.html
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/12/12/us-antidepressants-idUSTRE7BB0MT20111212
http://www.naturalnews.com/034447_antidepressant_drugs_depression_symptoms.html
http://www.naturalnews.com/036482_prescription_drugs_side_effects_elderly.html
http://www.tshwane.gov.za/Services/Nature%20Conservation/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g312583-Activities-c45-Pretoria_Gauteng.html