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Due to a busy life, we get no time to admire nature and have moved away from it. How does contact with nature help us fight stress and maintain good health. Describe it in an article in 100-120 words. You are Arun/Aruna.


By: Arun

Today’s fast-paced city life takes so much of our time away from us that we have none left to relax and cherish our lives. A simple walk in the park or a weekend trip to the hills takes us away from the complications and misadventures that we usually encounter, clears our mind and helps us in making better decisions. Recently, there has been an increase in the number of people signing up for trekking and other activities, which shows that they see how beneficial communicating with nature is. Admiring natural beauty helps us look beyond our own minor problems and appreciate life in whichever way it is. Physically, any nature activity helps us remain fit and rejuvenates our body. Thus, connecting with nature not only makes us lose stress and admire natural beauty, but also makes us physically stronger.


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