Physical activity as relief for the soul

Hillwalking today. Hiked to the peaks of 5 hills in Dublin/Wicklow Mountains! (Never sure whether to call the bumps in Ireland hills or mountains). My friend said, as we trudged through heather on our way between two peaks, surrounded by marvellous views: "It's good for the soul". And it was: great for the soul!

There were some things on my mind which I had planned on bringing with me on the walk and thinking them through but I didn't, it was too much like work, instead I just walked, followed my feet, admired the surroundings, breathed the air and it was more than all I needed! Too much time can be spent on thoughts, paying attention to ideas, to the mind.

I was in a sauna last weekend and it was peaceful, I tried to meditate. And, similarly to today, decided it was unnecessary. Just being in the sauna, experiencing something physical, was a change in attitude or a change in scenario and sufficient, I think, the alter the mind state - without trying to.

I'm not sure about the title of this post, but I think it's explained by quoting my friend's phrase and by not looking at it too deeply!