Therapeutic Gardening is an ideal stress buster in these busy and demanding times we find ourselves in. It is easy to let stress take over your life.  From career, to family, to health, to money, to any and everything in between, most people feel like there simply isn’t enough time in the day to get everything done.

Stress is bad enough in itself, but stress can also cause real physical and emotional harm if it is allowed to go unchecked. There are many drugs and medications that are designed to reduce stress, but is putting extra drugs and chemicals in your system really the best way to balance things out? There is a better way to reduce stress in your life.

One of the best and most tried and sure ways for reducing stress is by completely taking your mind off the problems in front of you. Some people like to listen to music, others exercise in the gym, some meditate but I find spending time outdoors in the garden is an ideal way of reducing stress. Though it may sound intimidating, gardening has occurred in every culture in one form or another throughout history. Therapeutic gardening will help you to clear your mind and relax, and you will be amazed at how the stress seems to just melt away!

Begin each therapeutic gardening session by reducing distractions, noise, and interruptions. Give yourself the time and space you need. Find a manageable task (don’t be too ambitious), wear loose and comfortable clothing. Relax and take several deep breathes. Then get started. Try to mentally focus on one peaceful word, thought, or image while you are gardening. Clear your head, and let your muscles loosen up, therapeutic gardening is physically good for you as well as being mentally nourishing.

Don’t worry about what is going on around you. Relax and enjoy the peace that your therapeutic gardening brings to you.  When you feel more relaxed and less stressed you may feel it a good time to stop. The chouice is always yours, don’t make it into a chore.

Stretch and exhale deeply and go and have a cup of tea and a biscuit. You have earned it! Therapeutic gardening is a great way to relax, and will do more to improve your health and reduce stress than any drug, and the only side effect is a calmer healthier life as a result of your improved mood! Good Luck!

For more info go to http://www.therapeuticgardening.info. Mike Matthews

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