A Walk in the Park to Beat Stress

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Christopher Kindig
  • May 4, 2013
  • Health & Well-Being
  • Life Transitions
Lush green forest with a dirt path for community living and outdoor activities.

Urban living gives you brain fatigue. It flat out makes your brain tired of constantly being alert and aware. And a walk in the park can go a long way to clear up the resulting fuzziness.

Read more: http://www.treehugger.com/health/study-shows-walk-park-fixes-fuzzy-brain.html

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