"The philosopher Immanuel Kant had a famously intense attachment to his daily walk.
Wearing a threadbare coat that he refused to replace, he left his house
at the exact same time each day and marched up and down the
neighborhood street exactly eight times, about four miles in total. This
was his time to decompress from the strain of his writing and a way to
improve his circulation. So dedicated was Kant to his walk that his
neighbors were said to set their watches by it. . . .
"There's something about physical motion and a very natural, human
pace that encourages contemplation. The body is busy but measured,
leaving the mind free to roam. Whatever ails you, there's a good chance a
walk can fix it.
"We can all find plenty of information about the health benefits of walking, but what might be surprising are its many mental and spiritual benefits. . . ."
In a recent commentary, Father Michael Rennier reflected on some of these mental and spiritual benefits of walking (including helping concentrate while praying, lowering stress, and combating depression).
To access Fr. Rennier's complete post, please visit:
Aleteia: Fr. Michael Rennier: 7 Surprising benefits of taking a walk (5 MAY 19)
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