She stepped into the forest trail, inhaling the scent of pine and damp earth. Time spent in natural environments has been shown to lower cortisol, reduce heart rate, and improve mood, providing measurable stress relief (Bratman et al. 123).
Walking among trees also enhances attention and cognitive function, supporting clarity and motivation (Berman et al. 1207). Every step felt like a reminder that freedom is not only a destination but a state of being, strengthened by presence, air, and movement.Works Cited (MLA)
Berman, Marc G., et al. “The Cognitive Benefits of Interacting with Nature.” Psychological Science, vol. 19, no. 12, 2008, pp. 1207–1212.Bratman, Gregory N., et al. “Nature and Mental Health: An Ecosystem Service Perspective.” Science Advances, vol. 5, no. 7, 2019, eaax0903.
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