pluviophile definition experiences

4 Experiences Only a True Pluviophile Will Understand

What is a pluviophile and could you be one? The definition: a pluviophile is a person who has a special love for the rain. Is this you? Then you will probably relate to the experiences described below. 4 Telltale Signs That You Are a Pluviophile 1. The smell of rain is one of your favorite ones There is nothing as satisfying as the…

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Waters in Venice Canals Turn Crystal Clear Because of Coronavirus Lockdown

As I read about the clear waters in Venice canals and the plethora of wildlife in the city, I visualize someone pushing the reset button on the world. In the Veneto region of Italy, the waters in Venice canals are unusually clear. Wildlife is bustling around waterways, as ducks build nests. Even a wild boar running through the streets caught the attention of…

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Nature-Deficit Disorder Is a Real Thing

Nature-Deficit Disorder Is a Real Thing: How to Get Your Kids to Spend More Time Outdoors

Are your children not getting as much sun as they should? They may have a case of nature-deficit disorder. This condition is little considered and as a result, often left untreated. This article may be the first time you’ve read about it, so allow us to explain what it is and what you can do to prevent your kids from developing it. What…

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How to Be More Grateful and Feel Happier with What You Have

Sometimes in life, everything strikes at once. What can you do when life doesn't only dole out lemons — it pitches them speedball-style at your head? You can't change some external circumstances, no matter how hard you try. But you can practice mindfulness and feel more grateful for what you do have. These little rituals can help you be more grateful and happy…

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6 Fall Activities to Help You See the Beauty of This Season

Finally, the beautiful season of rainy days and crispy leaves is here. You may be surprised to hear something like that or you may understand exactly what I mean. Unexpectedly enough, there are many people who dislike summer and love fall. Are you one of them? Or is there a quizzical expression on your face as you read these words? In either case,…

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Remarkable Earthing Benefits for Body and Mind Revealed by Eye-Opening Research

In today’s world of information overload, we can forgive you for suspecting that the phenomenon of “earthing” doesn’t have any scientific basis. However, you may be surprised to hear that research conducted by a group of medical professionals into the benefits of earthing has yielded interesting results. The earthing benefits we have been hearing about for so long from the margins of society…

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8 Camping Essentials First-Time Campers Should Never Ignore

Are you going camping for the first time? You will need a list of camping essentials you can’t do without. Modern life is pretty comfortable. We have all the benefits of technology and modern convenience in our homes, we have nice cars to get us around our cities, we have heating, cooling, hot running water and many things that human beings have lived…

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Grounding Techniques Deepen Connection with the Earth

3 Grounding Techniques to Deepen your Connection with Earth

We see the terms "grounding techniques", “grounding” and “grounded” gaining momentum in the mental health and wellness discourses lately. There is a very good reason for that. Modern life is characterized by frantic everyday rhythms, stress, anxiety, and a host of pathological conditions, either mental or physical, to accompany all the frenzy. Grounding techniques can be a way to save oneself from the…

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