Benefits of being by the ocean…
We all know being near the ocean uplifts our mood. But why?
Ever felt the need to escape to the beach, just because? Sometimes getting away to the ocean is just what we need to feel refreshed, recharged, and in better health overall.
There are so many physical and mental benefits to being near the ocean.
A 2013 study on the natural environment and happiness found that people living near coastal regions reported much higher levels of happiness. The difference was quite astounding! The happiness rating was dubbed as a marginally higher response between doing housework and attending an art exhibition.
Blue Health
There’s a whole area of this mental health research called ‘Blue Health.’ It’s a topic that has health experts fascinated – and there’s still more research being done into why the ocean promotes mental and physical benefits. It’s like free nature therapy, and it’s a source of relaxation for so many people.
So why is the ocean good for us?
So why is the ocean good for us? What is it about the ocean that makes us feel better?
- Wide open space
- Pretty natural spaces make us feel better
- The repetitive sound of waves is hypnotic and calming
- Promotes exercise
- Even the colour blue has been shown to reduce stress and induce feelings of calmness
- Being near the sea can even help with insomnia…
- Encourages creativity
- Less pollution
- We slow down our thinking when we are near the ocean
Exploring wellness and spas along the Great Ocean Road
It’s no surprise that there are a few different wellness centres dotted around the coastline. Here’s how you can explore the Great Ocean Road and relax.
- Go for an ocean walk. A perfect combo of relaxation, contrasted with a windy walk on the beach – your spa treatment afterwards will hit twice as much.
- About Time Bathhouse in Torquay
- Saltair Day Spa in Torquay
- Deep Blue Hot Springs in Warrnambool
Get your ocean fix on the Great Ocean Road
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