The Slowdown: Poetry & Reflection Daily 1364: Hiking Moraine State Park by Violeta Garcia-Mendoza
Dec 8, 2025
Discover the beauty of nature through poetry as the host reflects on the joys of hiking in Moraine State Park. Emphasizing the importance of embracing loved ones as they are, conversations about valuing time outdoors highlight its grounding effects. The host discusses encouraging outdoor habits in her children while exploring the balance between technology and nature. Touching on how apps can enhance appreciation for wildlife, this exploration of poetry and reflection invites listeners to notice the world around them.
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Nature Grounds Attention And Mood
- Maggie emphasizes that real outdoor experiences restore perspective and ground us in our bodies.
- She argues nature can pull us out of overthinking and improve mood through simple sensory contact.
Parenting Choices Favor Outdoor Play
- Maggie shares parenting choices that favor outdoor play over screens for her children.
- Her 12-year-old avoids video games while her daughter often invites Maggie on restorative neighborhood walks.
Use Tech To Deepen Nature Appreciation
- Maggie acknowledges using technology to enhance nature appreciation rather than replace it.
- She notes algorithms can surface content that feeds her interest in birds, trees, clouds, and poetry.