In honor of Mental Health Month, April Watts shares a simple yet powerful ritual that helps her reset, reconnect, and lower stress: grounding. Through a personal story, she explains how walking barefoot on the earth and tuning into the sounds of nature has improved her mental and physical well-being and how you can try it too.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
-Why mental health matters to April
-How grounding and mindfulness became part of her daily life
-The surprising benefits she’s experienced — from stress relief to back pain improvement.
-A short, soothing guided meditation you can follow right now
An encouraging reminder to prioritize your own well-being
Takeaway:
Sometimes, the simplest practices can bring the deepest peace. Give yourself five quiet minutes today.
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