Gardening – a hobby that calms and heals I believe that you have also witnessed when young people behave like some annoying seniors, and that you have seen or heard about people who, in their very late years, radically change their way of life and to the amazement of others, start diving, by painting, hiking, or gardening. Why is it important to preserve that childish spark of curiosity and joy, with which we discover the secrets that life brings us? Because our every decision, to get rid of inertia and change something, strongly increases our energy potential, that is, vitality, creativity, courage and self-confidence. Gardening, as one of the hobbies, opens the door to the very center of our powers, our senses become sharper, our energy is increased, we think and react faster, we feel powerful. Gardening as a hobby calms and heals us!
believe that you have also witnessed when young people behave like some annoying seniors, and that you have seen or heard about people who, in their very late years, radically change their way of life and to the amazement of others, start diving, by painting, hiking, or gardening.Why is it important to preserve that childish spark of curiosity and joy, with which we discover the secrets that life brings us? Because our every decision, to get rid of inertia and change something, strongly increases our energy potential, that is, vitality, creativity, courage and self-confidence. Gardening, as one of the hobbies, opens the door to the very center of our powers, our senses become sharper, our energy is increased, we think and react faster, we feel powerful. Gardening as a hobby calms and heals us!Gardening for beginnersThe first gardening tip for beginners is to start with a small garden. In addition to gaining practice on how to plant a garden and how to nurture plants, you will also have an attractive garden, balcony, or terrace. With this first piece of advice, don’t forget that the love you give to plants is the greatest gardening magic for beginners!The answer to the question: how to plant a garden and make them thrive, is in the love you will give to the plants!Second tip: Find a sunny spot for your small garden.Third: Water the plants as soon as you plant them and don’t forget to check the soil moisture daily. Stick your finger into the ground, to a depth of 2.5 cm. If the soil is dry, it’s time to water!Fourth: After a month, it is necessary to fertilize the plants, through irrigation. The recommendation is every 7 to 14 days, but follow what is written on the instructions for that plant.Fifth: As soon as your plants grow and mature enough, you can pick and eat them.When you gain enough experience – you are ready for a bigger garden.Gardening as a hobby has many advantages. Gardening is a great way to get out, away from your daily routine, and practice your creativity. Gardening is good for your health, no matter how old you are. On average, gardeners are happier people. But gardening is not just a hobby, which relaxes.Psychological research says that gardening can have an almost magical effect and affect how you experience time. Many past and present gardeners have described this experience of exclusion from hectic, modern life, or problems, when they are in their garden or yard. Gardeners usually say that the time in the garden is shorter than it actually is. As a physical activity, gardening in a natural way improves heart function, builds and increases endurance and reduces the risks of heart attack and stroke. Just 30 minutes of moderate-level physical activity, several days a week, can prevent and control high blood pressure. The garden affects our whole organism.
Author:Snežana TucovićI
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Thanks Bridget. When I was younger I used to cultivate a very large garden with Rudolf Steiner's biological biodynamics for a long time. That means, among other things, I used stinging nettle manure and had to stir it clockwise and vice versa for hours. This broth was my great helper against pests and strengthened all plants, the whole garden. That was my life, I loved it. Here a photo of ...