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* Going In When We Go Out

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winter trees

“I only went out for a walk but decided to stay out until sundown, for going out, I found was really going in.” ~ John Muir

John Muir sums it up so simply and beautifully.

When we open up to nature’s landscape we open up to our own inner landscape.

Let yourself feel nourished and refreshed when walking in nature.

Connect to your inner being and let nature restore and uplift you.

46 responses to “* Going In When We Go Out”

  1. Eddie Two Hawks Avatar
    Eddie Two Hawks

    Oh yeah

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Eddie. I know you feel it too!

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  2. Virgilio Gavia Avatar
    Virgilio Gavia

    Nice quote and so very true, Val. One of my favourite environmental philosophers and naturalists.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Mine too Virgilio. He was born down the road from where my family are in Scotland.

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  3. cindy knoke Avatar
    cindy knoke

    Wonderful and glorious photo too~

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Cindy. I don’t know who the photographer is … Just a lucky find on google. xo

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  4. vanbytheriver Avatar
    vanbytheriver

    Excellent…that photo is exceptional. 💖

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      It is a wonderful shot, and not one of mine, just a lucky find on google! Glad you enjoyed the post Van.

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  5. Walking My Path: Mindful Wanderings in Nature Avatar
    Walking My Path: Mindful Wanderings in Nature

    I love that – going out to go in. 🙂 Beautiful photograph too!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Mary. I thought of you and Eliza when I came across this 💛

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  6. anotherday2paradise Avatar
    anotherday2paradise

    Great image, Val. The quote is new to me, but I love it. 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Sylvia. Glad you enjoyed nature with me 💛

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  7. Healing Grief Avatar
    Healing Grief

    Love the photo Val and the message. Going out into nature pulls me within. Beautiful.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Me too Karen. As we prepare for a major storm here, I am so looking forward to going walking in the snow 🙂

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  8. den169 Avatar
    den169

    Aw! Incredible pic!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      It is isn’t it! Thank you.

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  9. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    Synchronicity! I had a really wonderful, long walk in the woods and fields today (the sun was so brilliant, the sky so blue) and it felt SO great to be out there breathing in and out, the best meditation walk I’ve had in a long time! LOVE this photo. 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I thought of you as I wrote this Eliza! (Along with Mary and Amy)

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      1. Eliza Waters Avatar
        Eliza Waters

        🙂 GMTA!

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  10. Tiny Avatar
    Tiny

    One of my favorite quotes! So agree. And I love the image.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Helen! It is beautiful find 💛

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  11. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
    Jill Weatherholt

    Awesome quote and beautiful image, Val!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Jill! Can’t wait for the snow this weekend so I can go out in it and soak it all in 🙂

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      1. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
        Jill Weatherholt

        We’re going to get ice…boo!

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        1. Val Boyko Avatar
          Val Boyko

          Hope it sparkles and you don’t need to drive!

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  12. soulspeak2013 Avatar
    soulspeak2013

    I too went walking and the wind opened my awareness of the calm within and the sheer delight of being outdoors with nature. Love this pic..Great quote…thanks Val😀

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Deb! I’m looking forward to snow this weekend and absorbing the stillness and softness that accompanies it.

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  13. nrhatch Avatar
    nrhatch

    What a shot! Perfect with that quote.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      It’s quite special isn’t it Nancy! Love the snow against the blue sky.
      Hoping we’ll have the same on Sunday after the storm passes. 💛

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  14. derrickjknight Avatar
    derrickjknight

    Quite true

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  15. vidishakaushik Avatar
    vidishakaushik

    A wonderful picture.
    Here’s hoping you’ll visit my blog too sometime.
    http://www.thewhimsicalandwanderingsoul.wordpress.com

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you V! I just read your post on walking in the park. How lovely to meet someone who finds peace in nature … Even in a city.
      💛

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      1. vidishakaushik Avatar
        vidishakaushik

        Thank you so much! There’s so much meaning behind these little things. And I’m glad you feel this way. 😀

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  16. socialbridge Avatar
    socialbridge

    Music to my ears, Val.
    To hell with the chores!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I didn’t intend this as giving permission …. but I’m with you Jean!

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      1. socialbridge Avatar
        socialbridge

        Unintended consequences are things I adore, especially ones like these!😊

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  17. Jennifer Kelland Perry Avatar
    Jennifer Kelland Perry

    I’ve always felt that way about nature. Problem is, it’s so darn cold and windy out there lately. 😉

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I can imagine Jennifer … Bbbrrrr. Keep cosy inside ❤️

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    2. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      p.s. There’s always fire gazing 💛

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  18. Carol Ferenc Avatar
    Carol Ferenc

    What a great reminder to get out into nature during these frigid winter days, Val. John Muir was such a visionary. Love the quote and the stunning image!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Carol! I agree. He was a great man an inspiration 💛

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  19. lorriebowden Avatar
    lorriebowden

    Stunning, Val! Thank you for the beauty and the meaning behind this post. Hope you are settled in for the storm! ♡

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you for you kind words and warm wishes Lorrie! We are ready. When you feel the gentle breeze on your face and arms tomorrow … Be grateful for where you are!!

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      1. lorriebowden Avatar
        lorriebowden

        You betcha, Val!! I rarely take this place for granted and always feel so blessed to be here 😉 I imagine a good snowstorm would keep me housebound and I dream of the work I would get done!! 😉 Stay safe ♡

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  20. elizabeth2560 Avatar
    elizabeth2560

    I always do a lot of inner reflection during my morning walk.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      The best time Elizabeth!

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