How did we get here?

No, not just me and you. I mean all of us.

We walked.

That’s right. From the earliest days of evolution through current civilization, we humans got here by walking.

Now I could go into the numerous health benefits of walking, but you’ve probably heard them all before, or if you haven’t, you can research them on your own. What I’m talking about are the emotional and mental benefits.

Many great people have recommended and praised walking as one of their keys to success. It’s been shown to promote creative thinking and provide emotional benefits too.

Many great ideas have been credited to taking a walk. And I’m guessing it’s because taking a walk to think removes you from your current environment, provides your brain with much-needed fresh air, and allows you to change your perspective.

Another tremendous yet obvious fact about walking is that almost anyone can do it. You don’t need special equipment or clothing and can do it anywhere.

So the next time you find yourself stuck on a problem or perhaps in a swirl of emotions that are draining your brain, don’t just sit there and stew in your mind. Instead, get up, get out and take a walk.

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