Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, 
where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul. - John Muir

Nature in My Backyard

For mental health, Dr. Dean Ornish espouses meditation. I believe that living a healthy lifestyle includes being outdoors. 

My meditation is hiking, biking, jogging, and kayaking in the greater Atlanta area. I feel very fortunate that Atlanta has a magnificent national forest, a river, and wonderful trails for all to enjoy. Wherever you live, I recommend making the great outdoors part of your healthy lifestyle. 

These are just a few pictures that I have taken while taking advantage of Atlanta's beauty.

The more high tech we become, the more nature we need. - Richard Louv