For those of us who are not fortunate to live on the water’s edge overlooking an expansive blue paradise daily, we crave the experience often. Humans pay heavily for this desire, racking up credit card bills with vacations annually trying to ‘capture a feeling’ which only water can bring. Real estate stats also suggest we will pay a 10-20% premium for water views in a hotel. There’s nothing like waking up to the sights and sounds of expansive water outside your window, and that’s precisely why studies show people who live near the coast are healthier and happier.
Scientists are beginning to learn that our brains are hardwired to react positively to water and being near it calms and connects us, increases innovation and insight and can even help heal ‘what’s broken. Water’s restorative benefits were even prescribed by the Victorian’s doctors, with sea air as a cure for all sorts of issues, from from pulmonary complications to mental health conditions. Today, we know the vast array of health benefits immersion in water brings. From heart health to better sleep, taking the plunge in your own home can mimic the effects of paradise without breaking your bank account.
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