I have lots of aspirations for 2024, but this one is a new one for me- 1000 hours outside. Sounds easy until you do the math, that’s 2.7 hours each day and I have to take in consideration that summer in the desert will make those hours almost impossible. So why am I going to go through the trouble of being intentional about spending time outdoors? -Exposure to sunlight helps improve sleep -Improves mood -Decreases stress -More energy -Boosts immune system -Less screens = fuller life Ideas for spending more time outdoors: -Move workouts, stretching, and yoga outdoors -Spend lunch breaks outside -Lots and lots of walks, bike rides, and try a new hike location every weekend -Watch sunsets -Have picnics -Start a nature journal -Start an outdoor garden -Explore local parks with your family -Create a cozy spot to read outdoors -Add a hammock (our family logged a ton of hours in our hammock this year) -Take naps outside -Plan a vacation that is focused on the outdoors: camping, a national park, a tropical location Check out @1000hoursoutside for more info, downloadables for tracking your hours or download their app. P.S. This magical rainforest is one of my favorite places on Maui. It’s at Honolua Bay.