Welcome back to our Eco friendly Malta Blog!
Today we are grateful for so many things! We all have been an unusual experience and lived a situation that we could have never imagined. It was a dark time where the outside world was forbidden to us and almost all of us were practically locked in our homes. For many, this has been a warning sign for us to take action and mend our broken relationship with nature. An environment that has always surrounded us, but we used to take so much for granted.
We are now all eager to make up for up for this lost time and Eco Market Malta are very happy to announce a new series of events right in the heart of nature. Read till the end for more details.
Connecting with nature can help us feel happier and more energised, with an increased sense of meaning and purpose. A little fresh air, the sun on our skin and bare feet on the ground can bring so many small pleasures, making us feel refreshed and revived. Why does nature have such a positive effect? Did you know that simply being exposed to nature’s wonders stimulates the brain? Your prefrontal cortex which is responsible for your mind’s commands, can take a bit of a rest and revitalize. Connecting back to nature has lots of benefits, some of which you might find surprising!
1. Improves Short Term Memory
Who would have thought that a
little time with the flowers and trees can actually improve your
memory? The University of Michigan conducted a study that
revealed students who regularly went for a nature walk actually had a better
time retaining information.
2. Reduces Stress
Nature has a calming effect on our
brains. As an added bonus, outdoor exercise, like going for a walk, hiking, and
so forth, gets the blood flowing and heart pumping, another way to lower stress
levels.
3. Increases Levels of Vitamin D
Sure, too much sun can damage the
skin and possibly lead to cancer. That being said, studies show that
getting between 15 to 20 minutes a day of sunshine will allow your body
to absorb
vitamin D, which helps strengthen bones and reduce the risk of
cancer, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis.
4. Improves Sleep
Spending time in natural light
helps our bodies better regulate
sleep patterns. When the sun goes down, our brains will release
the right levels of melatonin to help get a good night’s sleep.
5. Strengthens the Immune System
Research has shown that going outdoors and getting enough
sunlight can help boost the
immune system. to help fight disease and stay healthy all you need is
to take a little stroll outside or enjoy a bit of fun outdoors
6. Increases Happiness
In a world full of screens, we often
search for happiness in the wrong places. Nature will boost your mood and promotes
your mental well-being.
7. Reduces Inflammation
Inflammation in the body can lead
to all sorts of disorders, from depression and cancer to autoimmune diseases. A
study demonstrated that participants who spent a bit of time each week walking
in the woods experienced lower levels
of inflammation in the body.
8. Improves Vision
Going outside gives our eyes a
break from staring at a computer, television, tablet or smartphone. Australian scientists even found that children who spend
time outdoors reduce the risk of developing myopia later in life.
9. Inspires Creativity
Nature comes in so many colours,
from orange-sky sunsets to seafoam green waters and rose-coloured gardens.
Spending time outside gives a chance to get inspired by all the gorgeous
sights, smells, and sounds of the outdoors. Science backs that up, too,
showing that spending time outside actually helps get our creative juices flowing.
10. Develops a Deeper Sense of Spirituality
When you connect back to nature, you
give your mind the chance to clear the cobwebs and can even count as a type of
meditation. Spending time in nature helps us live in the moment as we breathe
in the air, listen to the sound of the birds chirping, or feel the grass on our
feet. Nature can even teach valuable lessons and reveal metaphors to help us
connect with our spirituality.
So here is the exciting news! Eco Market is teaming up with Green Living Malta and together we are introducing ‘Summer Nights in Nature’. Every Saturday, from 11 July until 26 Septemer we will be hosting these exquisite events to help you connect back with nature in one of the most outstanding natural venues in Malta, the beautiful and bountiful Vincent's Eco Estate in Mgarr.
The aim is to not only to connect people back to nature and promote all the benefits that we've just mentioned, but also to connect you with a mindful community of like-minded people. Both Eco Market and Green Living are advocates of sustainable living and the people and activities that will be presented, will focus on shaping a more sustainable, greener future.
Expect to find ongoing activities for children of all ages, to help them keep busy, entertained and educated. Children learn their relationship with nature by playing with nature, the ground, the leaves, the pine cones and other safe organic matter, everything completely in line with covid-19 guidelines. The events will be complimented with sunset DJ tunes, a variety of enjoyable workshops for adults, vegan and plant-bs food, wines, beers and of course a charming selection of Eco Market stalls.
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| The Olive Grove at the Vortex, Vincent's Eco Estate, Mgarr |
These events will kick off on Saturday 11th July with a jamming session hosted by no other than Peter Paul, frontman of Tribali! Peter Paul will be heading his popular drum workshop during this event where everybody is welcome to bring their own drum and join in to create a positive vibration through rhythm. We will also welcome Nadia Cassar, our resident gardener with her famous workshop 'How to grow your own food at home', as well as DJ Armani who will be doing a special set with his son.
Follow the event on Facebook for more information about activities and relative prices.
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