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https://www.tkhunt.com/2567454/ 【編んだもの全て紹介🍎】バッグ、洋服、帽子、ポーチなど…｜書籍の予約が始まりました📚 #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2567454/ 【編んだもの全て紹介🍎】バッグ、洋服、帽子、ポーチなど…｜書籍の予約が始まりました📚 #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2567454/ 【編んだもの全て紹介🍎】バッグ、洋服、帽子、ポーチなど…｜書籍の予約が始まりました📚 #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2567454/ 【編んだもの全て紹介🍎】バッグ、洋服、帽子、ポーチなど…｜書籍の予約が始まりました📚 #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2543466/ 蚤の市で北欧を味わう🧺 画面を見る時間を少し減らした日々｜Cozy Days of Flea Markets, Crochet & Baking #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2543466/ 蚤の市で北欧を味わう🧺 画面を見る時間を少し減らした日々｜Cozy Days of Flea Markets, Crochet & Baking #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2543466/ 蚤の市で北欧を味わう🧺 画面を見る時間を少し減らした日々｜Cozy Days of Flea Markets, Crochet & Baking #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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https://www.tkhunt.com/2543466/ 蚤の市で北欧を味わう🧺 画面を見る時間を少し減らした日々｜Cozy Days of Flea Markets, Crochet & Baking #AmeLife #baking #canelé #Cooking #CozyVlog #crochet #CrochetVlog #DailyVlog #DaysInMyLife #FleaMarket #JapanVlog #JapaneseVlog #LessScreenTime #lifestyle #ProductiveDays #ProductiveVlog #ScreenTime #SlowLiving #TOKYO #TokyoFleaMarket #TokyoVlog #VLOG #yt:cc=on #アメライフ #インテリア #お菓子作り #かぎ針編み #カヌレ #まいChay #ライフスタイル #料理 #日常vlog #暮らしvlog #暮らしを整える #東京暮らし #生活モチベ #編み物 #蚤の市 #赤坂蚤の市
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Gen Z adults are ditching #smartphones for #FlipPhones; research backs the benefits
"A growing number of young people are swapping smartphones for basic flip phones to break free from social media, and researchers say reduced screen time can improve sleep, focus, and stress levels."
#SolarPunkSunday #SmartphoneAddiction #LoTech #OldSchoolTechnology #LessScreenTime
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Gen Z adults are ditching #smartphones for #FlipPhones; research backs the benefits
"A growing number of young people are swapping smartphones for basic flip phones to break free from social media, and researchers say reduced screen time can improve sleep, focus, and stress levels."
#SolarPunkSunday #SmartphoneAddiction #LoTech #OldSchoolTechnology #LessScreenTime
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Gen Z adults are ditching #smartphones for #FlipPhones; research backs the benefits
"A growing number of young people are swapping smartphones for basic flip phones to break free from social media, and researchers say reduced screen time can improve sleep, focus, and stress levels."
#SolarPunkSunday #SmartphoneAddiction #LoTech #OldSchoolTechnology #LessScreenTime
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Gen Z adults are ditching #smartphones for #FlipPhones; research backs the benefits
"A growing number of young people are swapping smartphones for basic flip phones to break free from social media, and researchers say reduced screen time can improve sleep, focus, and stress levels."
#SolarPunkSunday #SmartphoneAddiction #LoTech #OldSchoolTechnology #LessScreenTime
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#LeedsUK - The city closing down streets so children can play
Kate McGough, 8/4/2026
"The idea of regularly closing down residential streets for children to play was started in 2009 by a group of parents in Bristol, who wanted to show that 'playing out near home should be normal, it doesn't have to be a special event'. "
Read more:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8jnmzekx0roArchived version:
https://archive.ph/Blq5A#SolarPunkSunday #LessScreenTime #SpendTimeOutdoors #SafePlacesToPlay #PlaySpace #ClosedStreets #SafeStreets #NoCarStreets #NoCars #BuildingCommunity
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#LeedsUK - The city closing down streets so children can play
Kate McGough, 8/4/2026
"The idea of regularly closing down residential streets for children to play was started in 2009 by a group of parents in Bristol, who wanted to show that 'playing out near home should be normal, it doesn't have to be a special event'. "
Read more:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8jnmzekx0roArchived version:
https://archive.ph/Blq5A#SolarPunkSunday #LessScreenTime #SpendTimeOutdoors #SafePlacesToPlay #PlaySpace #ClosedStreets #SafeStreets #NoCarStreets #NoCars #BuildingCommunity
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#LeedsUK - The city closing down streets so children can play
Kate McGough, 8/4/2026
"The idea of regularly closing down residential streets for children to play was started in 2009 by a group of parents in Bristol, who wanted to show that 'playing out near home should be normal, it doesn't have to be a special event'. "
Read more:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8jnmzekx0roArchived version:
https://archive.ph/Blq5A#SolarPunkSunday #LessScreenTime #SpendTimeOutdoors #SafePlacesToPlay #PlaySpace #ClosedStreets #SafeStreets #NoCarStreets #NoCars #BuildingCommunity
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#LeedsUK - The city closing down streets so children can play
Kate McGough, 8/4/2026
"The idea of regularly closing down residential streets for children to play was started in 2009 by a group of parents in Bristol, who wanted to show that 'playing out near home should be normal, it doesn't have to be a special event'. "
Read more:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8jnmzekx0roArchived version:
https://archive.ph/Blq5A#SolarPunkSunday #LessScreenTime #SpendTimeOutdoors #SafePlacesToPlay #PlaySpace #ClosedStreets #SafeStreets #NoCarStreets #NoCars #BuildingCommunity
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"Find your local Auckland toy library near you to borrow toys, books and more activities to do at home to suit the changing stages of your baby, toddler, preschoolers and kids as they grow up."
Learn more:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/toy-libraries/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay -
"Find your local Auckland toy library near you to borrow toys, books and more activities to do at home to suit the changing stages of your baby, toddler, preschoolers and kids as they grow up."
Learn more:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/toy-libraries/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay -
"Find your local Auckland toy library near you to borrow toys, books and more activities to do at home to suit the changing stages of your baby, toddler, preschoolers and kids as they grow up."
Learn more:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/toy-libraries/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay -
"Find your local Auckland toy library near you to borrow toys, books and more activities to do at home to suit the changing stages of your baby, toddler, preschoolers and kids as they grow up."
Learn more:
https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/toy-libraries/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay -
Brooklyn's treasure chest for little explorers
"Nau mai, haere mai to the Brooklyn Toy Library!
Discover a treasure trove of toys for tamariki that's kind to both your wallet and the planet.
Drop by the Vogelmorn Bowling Club during our opening hours to have a play.
Tamariki can bounce on the trampoline and play with our outdoor toys.
While you're here, you can sit back with a coffee and kai from our friends at the VBC Cafe.
Donate toys
We welcome donations of excellent quality toys that will delight our tamariki!
We're looking for toys that are:
– Perfect for ages 0-7 years
– In excellent condition with no missing parts
– Easy to clean and built to last
– No soft toysBefore dropping off your donation, please email us a photo and brief description. This helps us ensure your generous gift is a perfect fit for our collection."
FMI:
https://brooklyntoylibrary.org.nz/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime
#LessScreenTime #LearningActivities
#DonateToys -
Brooklyn's treasure chest for little explorers
"Nau mai, haere mai to the Brooklyn Toy Library!
Discover a treasure trove of toys for tamariki that's kind to both your wallet and the planet.
Drop by the Vogelmorn Bowling Club during our opening hours to have a play.
Tamariki can bounce on the trampoline and play with our outdoor toys.
While you're here, you can sit back with a coffee and kai from our friends at the VBC Cafe.
Donate toys
We welcome donations of excellent quality toys that will delight our tamariki!
We're looking for toys that are:
– Perfect for ages 0-7 years
– In excellent condition with no missing parts
– Easy to clean and built to last
– No soft toysBefore dropping off your donation, please email us a photo and brief description. This helps us ensure your generous gift is a perfect fit for our collection."
FMI:
https://brooklyntoylibrary.org.nz/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime
#LessScreenTime #LearningActivities
#DonateToys -
Brooklyn's treasure chest for little explorers
"Nau mai, haere mai to the Brooklyn Toy Library!
Discover a treasure trove of toys for tamariki that's kind to both your wallet and the planet.
Drop by the Vogelmorn Bowling Club during our opening hours to have a play.
Tamariki can bounce on the trampoline and play with our outdoor toys.
While you're here, you can sit back with a coffee and kai from our friends at the VBC Cafe.
Donate toys
We welcome donations of excellent quality toys that will delight our tamariki!
We're looking for toys that are:
– Perfect for ages 0-7 years
– In excellent condition with no missing parts
– Easy to clean and built to last
– No soft toysBefore dropping off your donation, please email us a photo and brief description. This helps us ensure your generous gift is a perfect fit for our collection."
FMI:
https://brooklyntoylibrary.org.nz/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime
#LessScreenTime #LearningActivities
#DonateToys -
Brooklyn's treasure chest for little explorers
"Nau mai, haere mai to the Brooklyn Toy Library!
Discover a treasure trove of toys for tamariki that's kind to both your wallet and the planet.
Drop by the Vogelmorn Bowling Club during our opening hours to have a play.
Tamariki can bounce on the trampoline and play with our outdoor toys.
While you're here, you can sit back with a coffee and kai from our friends at the VBC Cafe.
Donate toys
We welcome donations of excellent quality toys that will delight our tamariki!
We're looking for toys that are:
– Perfect for ages 0-7 years
– In excellent condition with no missing parts
– Easy to clean and built to last
– No soft toysBefore dropping off your donation, please email us a photo and brief description. This helps us ensure your generous gift is a perfect fit for our collection."
FMI:
https://brooklyntoylibrary.org.nz/#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing
#SharingEconomy #ToyRentals
#Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand
#ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime
#LessScreenTime #LearningActivities
#DonateToys -
So, while a lot of #ToyLibraries charge membership fees, some offer discounted fees for active members.
#ToyLibrary Federation of #NewZealand
"The Toy Library Federation of NZ is the national body to which individual toy libraries belong.
"We act as a support to new and existing non-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.
"Toy Libraries offer a range of quality toys, puzzles, games and learning activities for members to hire for a set period of time. In NZ our toy libraries mainly cater for children 0-8 years. Many libraries stock #games, #puzzles, #sport, #musical and other play items suitable for the entire family.
"Toy Libraries are a non-profit community service run by voluntary committee, for the benefit of children in your community."#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing #SharingEconomy #ToyRentals #Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand #ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay
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So, while a lot of #ToyLibraries charge membership fees, some offer discounted fees for active members.
#ToyLibrary Federation of #NewZealand
"The Toy Library Federation of NZ is the national body to which individual toy libraries belong.
"We act as a support to new and existing non-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.
"Toy Libraries offer a range of quality toys, puzzles, games and learning activities for members to hire for a set period of time. In NZ our toy libraries mainly cater for children 0-8 years. Many libraries stock #games, #puzzles, #sport, #musical and other play items suitable for the entire family.
"Toy Libraries are a non-profit community service run by voluntary committee, for the benefit of children in your community."#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing #SharingEconomy #ToyRentals #Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand #ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay
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So, while a lot of #ToyLibraries charge membership fees, some offer discounted fees for active members.
#ToyLibrary Federation of #NewZealand
"The Toy Library Federation of NZ is the national body to which individual toy libraries belong.
"We act as a support to new and existing non-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.
"Toy Libraries offer a range of quality toys, puzzles, games and learning activities for members to hire for a set period of time. In NZ our toy libraries mainly cater for children 0-8 years. Many libraries stock #games, #puzzles, #sport, #musical and other play items suitable for the entire family.
"Toy Libraries are a non-profit community service run by voluntary committee, for the benefit of children in your community."#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing #SharingEconomy #ToyRentals #Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand #ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay
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So, while a lot of #ToyLibraries charge membership fees, some offer discounted fees for active members.
#ToyLibrary Federation of #NewZealand
"The Toy Library Federation of NZ is the national body to which individual toy libraries belong.
"We act as a support to new and existing non-profit toy libraries; offering information and support on all aspects of running a toy library, toy selection and the value of play.
"Toy Libraries offer a range of quality toys, puzzles, games and learning activities for members to hire for a set period of time. In NZ our toy libraries mainly cater for children 0-8 years. Many libraries stock #games, #puzzles, #sport, #musical and other play items suitable for the entire family.
"Toy Libraries are a non-profit community service run by voluntary committee, for the benefit of children in your community."#SolarPunkSunday #ToySharing #SharingEconomy #ToyRentals #Aotearoa #ToyLibrariesNewZealand #ToyLibrariesAotearoa #MorePlayTime #LessScreenTime #LearningActivities #PlayIsTheWay
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#Nature’s Prescription for Our Future
Why caring for nature is caring for ourselves
By Dona Bertarelli October 31, 2025
Excerpt: "Nature’s ability to sustain us is not only ecological. It is deeply personal. More and more studies show that spending time in natural environments reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the immune system. A large study in the United Kingdom found that those who spent at least two hours a week outdoors were 59 percent more likely to report good health and 23 percent more likely to report high well-being, regardless of age, income, or location. Other research shows that even brief moments in nature, a walk in a park, the sound of birds, the sight of water, can already ease stress, steady the mind, and sharpen our attention."
Read more:
https://nautil.us/natures-prescription-for-our-future-1245190/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us#SolarPunkSunday #MoreGreenTime #LessScreenTime #GreenBathing
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#Nature’s Prescription for Our Future
Why caring for nature is caring for ourselves
By Dona Bertarelli October 31, 2025
Excerpt: "Nature’s ability to sustain us is not only ecological. It is deeply personal. More and more studies show that spending time in natural environments reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the immune system. A large study in the United Kingdom found that those who spent at least two hours a week outdoors were 59 percent more likely to report good health and 23 percent more likely to report high well-being, regardless of age, income, or location. Other research shows that even brief moments in nature, a walk in a park, the sound of birds, the sight of water, can already ease stress, steady the mind, and sharpen our attention."
Read more:
https://nautil.us/natures-prescription-for-our-future-1245190/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us#SolarPunkSunday #MoreGreenTime #LessScreenTime #GreenBathing
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#Nature’s Prescription for Our Future
Why caring for nature is caring for ourselves
By Dona Bertarelli October 31, 2025
Excerpt: "Nature’s ability to sustain us is not only ecological. It is deeply personal. More and more studies show that spending time in natural environments reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the immune system. A large study in the United Kingdom found that those who spent at least two hours a week outdoors were 59 percent more likely to report good health and 23 percent more likely to report high well-being, regardless of age, income, or location. Other research shows that even brief moments in nature, a walk in a park, the sound of birds, the sight of water, can already ease stress, steady the mind, and sharpen our attention."
Read more:
https://nautil.us/natures-prescription-for-our-future-1245190/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us#SolarPunkSunday #MoreGreenTime #LessScreenTime #GreenBathing
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#Nature’s Prescription for Our Future
Why caring for nature is caring for ourselves
By Dona Bertarelli October 31, 2025
Excerpt: "Nature’s ability to sustain us is not only ecological. It is deeply personal. More and more studies show that spending time in natural environments reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and strengthens the immune system. A large study in the United Kingdom found that those who spent at least two hours a week outdoors were 59 percent more likely to report good health and 23 percent more likely to report high well-being, regardless of age, income, or location. Other research shows that even brief moments in nature, a walk in a park, the sound of birds, the sight of water, can already ease stress, steady the mind, and sharpen our attention."
Read more:
https://nautil.us/natures-prescription-for-our-future-1245190/?utm_source=firefox-newtab-en-us#SolarPunkSunday #MoreGreenTime #LessScreenTime #GreenBathing
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
Sequoia Carrillo, September 1, 2025
Excerpt: "In Texas, every public and charter school student will be without their phones during the school day this fall. Brigette Whaley, an associate professor of education at West Texas A&M University, expects to see "a more equitable environment" in classrooms with higher student engagement.
"Last year, she tracked the success of a cell phone ban in one west Texas high school by surveying teachers throughout the year. They reported more participation by students, and also said they saw student anxiety plummet – mainly because students weren't afraid of being filmed at any moment and embarrassing themselves.
" 'They could relax in the classroom and participate,' she said. 'And not be so anxious about what other students were doing.'
"The findings in west Texas align with results from many of the states and districts that are heading back to school without phones: Students learn better in a #PhoneFree environment. Getting cell phones out of the classroom is a rare issue with significant bipartisan support, allowing a rapid adoption of policies across red and blue states alike.
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of #CellPhones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more / listen:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#TechAddiction #SmartPhoneAddiction #ReadABook #TalkToAFriend #TakeNotes #Handwriting #PayAttention #LessDistractions #LessScreenTime
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
Sequoia Carrillo, September 1, 2025
Excerpt: "In Texas, every public and charter school student will be without their phones during the school day this fall. Brigette Whaley, an associate professor of education at West Texas A&M University, expects to see "a more equitable environment" in classrooms with higher student engagement.
"Last year, she tracked the success of a cell phone ban in one west Texas high school by surveying teachers throughout the year. They reported more participation by students, and also said they saw student anxiety plummet – mainly because students weren't afraid of being filmed at any moment and embarrassing themselves.
" 'They could relax in the classroom and participate,' she said. 'And not be so anxious about what other students were doing.'
"The findings in west Texas align with results from many of the states and districts that are heading back to school without phones: Students learn better in a #PhoneFree environment. Getting cell phones out of the classroom is a rare issue with significant bipartisan support, allowing a rapid adoption of policies across red and blue states alike.
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of #CellPhones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more / listen:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#TechAddiction #SmartPhoneAddiction #ReadABook #TalkToAFriend #TakeNotes #Handwriting #PayAttention #LessDistractions #LessScreenTime
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
Sequoia Carrillo, September 1, 2025
Excerpt: "In Texas, every public and charter school student will be without their phones during the school day this fall. Brigette Whaley, an associate professor of education at West Texas A&M University, expects to see "a more equitable environment" in classrooms with higher student engagement.
"Last year, she tracked the success of a cell phone ban in one west Texas high school by surveying teachers throughout the year. They reported more participation by students, and also said they saw student anxiety plummet – mainly because students weren't afraid of being filmed at any moment and embarrassing themselves.
" 'They could relax in the classroom and participate,' she said. 'And not be so anxious about what other students were doing.'
"The findings in west Texas align with results from many of the states and districts that are heading back to school without phones: Students learn better in a #PhoneFree environment. Getting cell phones out of the classroom is a rare issue with significant bipartisan support, allowing a rapid adoption of policies across red and blue states alike.
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of #CellPhones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more / listen:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#TechAddiction #SmartPhoneAddiction #ReadABook #TalkToAFriend #TakeNotes #Handwriting #PayAttention #LessDistractions #LessScreenTime
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
Sequoia Carrillo, September 1, 2025
Excerpt: "In Texas, every public and charter school student will be without their phones during the school day this fall. Brigette Whaley, an associate professor of education at West Texas A&M University, expects to see "a more equitable environment" in classrooms with higher student engagement.
"Last year, she tracked the success of a cell phone ban in one west Texas high school by surveying teachers throughout the year. They reported more participation by students, and also said they saw student anxiety plummet – mainly because students weren't afraid of being filmed at any moment and embarrassing themselves.
" 'They could relax in the classroom and participate,' she said. 'And not be so anxious about what other students were doing.'
"The findings in west Texas align with results from many of the states and districts that are heading back to school without phones: Students learn better in a #PhoneFree environment. Getting cell phones out of the classroom is a rare issue with significant bipartisan support, allowing a rapid adoption of policies across red and blue states alike.
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of #CellPhones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more / listen:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#TechAddiction #SmartPhoneAddiction #ReadABook #TalkToAFriend #TakeNotes #Handwriting #PayAttention #LessDistractions #LessScreenTime
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
September 1, 2025
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of cell phones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#MoreQualityTimeLessScreenTime #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #LessScreenTime #BeingPresent #SmartphoneAddiction #SolarPunkSunday
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
September 1, 2025
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of cell phones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#MoreQualityTimeLessScreenTime #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #LessScreenTime #BeingPresent #SmartphoneAddiction #SolarPunkSunday
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
September 1, 2025
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of cell phones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#MoreQualityTimeLessScreenTime #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #LessScreenTime #BeingPresent #SmartphoneAddiction #SolarPunkSunday
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More students head back to class without one crucial thing: their phones
September 1, 2025
"Some 31 states and the District of Columbia now restrict students' use of cell phones in schools, according to Education Week."
Read more:
https://www.npr.org/2025/09/01/nx-s1-5495531/more-states-now-ban-cell-phones-in-schools#MoreQualityTimeLessScreenTime #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #LessScreenTime #BeingPresent #SmartphoneAddiction #SolarPunkSunday
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So, part of my ideal* bedtime routine involves turning off the computer, maybe watching a little Iron Chef or ASMR videos, then turning off the TV, making the rounds, check on kitty, change into comfy PJ's, rearrange the plush pals, and then read for a bit. On nights when my eyes are too tired to read, I'll listen to NPR on my clock radio (which has a timer).
* And yeah, I don't always stick to that routine, and when I don't, my sleep suffers.
#LessScreenTime #LightPollution #WindingDown #ReadABook #ListenToTheRadio #SleepDisruption
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So, part of my ideal* bedtime routine involves turning off the computer, maybe watching a little Iron Chef or ASMR videos, then turning off the TV, making the rounds, check on kitty, change into comfy PJ's, rearrange the plush pals, and then read for a bit. On nights when my eyes are too tired to read, I'll listen to NPR on my clock radio (which has a timer).
* And yeah, I don't always stick to that routine, and when I don't, my sleep suffers.
#LessScreenTime #LightPollution #WindingDown #ReadABook #ListenToTheRadio #SleepDisruption
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So, part of my ideal* bedtime routine involves turning off the computer, maybe watching a little Iron Chef or ASMR videos, then turning off the TV, making the rounds, check on kitty, change into comfy PJ's, rearrange the plush pals, and then read for a bit. On nights when my eyes are too tired to read, I'll listen to NPR on my clock radio (which has a timer).
* And yeah, I don't always stick to that routine, and when I don't, my sleep suffers.
#LessScreenTime #LightPollution #WindingDown #ReadABook #ListenToTheRadio #SleepDisruption
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So, part of my ideal* bedtime routine involves turning off the computer, maybe watching a little Iron Chef or ASMR videos, then turning off the TV, making the rounds, check on kitty, change into comfy PJ's, rearrange the plush pals, and then read for a bit. On nights when my eyes are too tired to read, I'll listen to NPR on my clock radio (which has a timer).
* And yeah, I don't always stick to that routine, and when I don't, my sleep suffers.
#LessScreenTime #LightPollution #WindingDown #ReadABook #ListenToTheRadio #SleepDisruption
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Speaking of #LightPollution...
#ScreenTime Before #Bed Is Ruining Your Child’s #Sleep (Here’s What Parents Need to Know)
by Don on February 26, 2025
"Establishing a Screen-Free Bedtime Routine
"Creating a peaceful bedtime routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by setting a consistent bedtime and work backward about 30-45 minutes to begin your routine. Replace screen activities with calming alternatives that help signal to your child’s body that it’s time to wind down.
"Begin by dimming the lights throughout the house to support natural #melatonin production. Choose quiet activities like reading stories together, listening to #GentleMusic, or practicing simple #BreathingExercises. Many families find success with a warm #bath or shower, followed by putting on comfortable pajamas and brushing teeth.
"Consider incorporating #mindful activities like #GentleStretching, #coloring, or #QuietPlay with #NonElectronicToys. Some children benefit from a brief #CuddleTime or sharing their favorite moments from the day. Keep a consistent order of activities to help your child feel secure and know what to expect.
"Remember that transition times can be challenging. Give clear, gentle reminders about upcoming routine steps, and offer praise when your child follows along. If your child seems resistant, try making it fun by turning routine tasks into simple games or using visual schedules for younger children.
"Store all devices in another room to avoid temptation, and make the bedroom a #ScreenFreeZone. This helps create a sleep-friendly environment and reinforces healthy boundaries around technology use."
#Parenting #LessScreenTime #ReadABook #Storytime #Bedtime #ChildhoodDevelopment #SmartPhoneAddiction #SleepDisruption
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Speaking of #LightPollution...
#ScreenTime Before #Bed Is Ruining Your Child’s #Sleep (Here’s What Parents Need to Know)
by Don on February 26, 2025
"Establishing a Screen-Free Bedtime Routine
"Creating a peaceful bedtime routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by setting a consistent bedtime and work backward about 30-45 minutes to begin your routine. Replace screen activities with calming alternatives that help signal to your child’s body that it’s time to wind down.
"Begin by dimming the lights throughout the house to support natural #melatonin production. Choose quiet activities like reading stories together, listening to #GentleMusic, or practicing simple #BreathingExercises. Many families find success with a warm #bath or shower, followed by putting on comfortable pajamas and brushing teeth.
"Consider incorporating #mindful activities like #GentleStretching, #coloring, or #QuietPlay with #NonElectronicToys. Some children benefit from a brief #CuddleTime or sharing their favorite moments from the day. Keep a consistent order of activities to help your child feel secure and know what to expect.
"Remember that transition times can be challenging. Give clear, gentle reminders about upcoming routine steps, and offer praise when your child follows along. If your child seems resistant, try making it fun by turning routine tasks into simple games or using visual schedules for younger children.
"Store all devices in another room to avoid temptation, and make the bedroom a #ScreenFreeZone. This helps create a sleep-friendly environment and reinforces healthy boundaries around technology use."
#Parenting #LessScreenTime #ReadABook #Storytime #Bedtime #ChildhoodDevelopment #SmartPhoneAddiction #SleepDisruption
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Speaking of #LightPollution...
#ScreenTime Before #Bed Is Ruining Your Child’s #Sleep (Here’s What Parents Need to Know)
by Don on February 26, 2025
"Establishing a Screen-Free Bedtime Routine
"Creating a peaceful bedtime routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by setting a consistent bedtime and work backward about 30-45 minutes to begin your routine. Replace screen activities with calming alternatives that help signal to your child’s body that it’s time to wind down.
"Begin by dimming the lights throughout the house to support natural #melatonin production. Choose quiet activities like reading stories together, listening to #GentleMusic, or practicing simple #BreathingExercises. Many families find success with a warm #bath or shower, followed by putting on comfortable pajamas and brushing teeth.
"Consider incorporating #mindful activities like #GentleStretching, #coloring, or #QuietPlay with #NonElectronicToys. Some children benefit from a brief #CuddleTime or sharing their favorite moments from the day. Keep a consistent order of activities to help your child feel secure and know what to expect.
"Remember that transition times can be challenging. Give clear, gentle reminders about upcoming routine steps, and offer praise when your child follows along. If your child seems resistant, try making it fun by turning routine tasks into simple games or using visual schedules for younger children.
"Store all devices in another room to avoid temptation, and make the bedroom a #ScreenFreeZone. This helps create a sleep-friendly environment and reinforces healthy boundaries around technology use."
#Parenting #LessScreenTime #ReadABook #Storytime #Bedtime #ChildhoodDevelopment #SmartPhoneAddiction #SleepDisruption
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Speaking of #LightPollution...
#ScreenTime Before #Bed Is Ruining Your Child’s #Sleep (Here’s What Parents Need to Know)
by Don on February 26, 2025
"Establishing a Screen-Free Bedtime Routine
"Creating a peaceful bedtime routine doesn’t have to be complicated. Start by setting a consistent bedtime and work backward about 30-45 minutes to begin your routine. Replace screen activities with calming alternatives that help signal to your child’s body that it’s time to wind down.
"Begin by dimming the lights throughout the house to support natural #melatonin production. Choose quiet activities like reading stories together, listening to #GentleMusic, or practicing simple #BreathingExercises. Many families find success with a warm #bath or shower, followed by putting on comfortable pajamas and brushing teeth.
"Consider incorporating #mindful activities like #GentleStretching, #coloring, or #QuietPlay with #NonElectronicToys. Some children benefit from a brief #CuddleTime or sharing their favorite moments from the day. Keep a consistent order of activities to help your child feel secure and know what to expect.
"Remember that transition times can be challenging. Give clear, gentle reminders about upcoming routine steps, and offer praise when your child follows along. If your child seems resistant, try making it fun by turning routine tasks into simple games or using visual schedules for younger children.
"Store all devices in another room to avoid temptation, and make the bedroom a #ScreenFreeZone. This helps create a sleep-friendly environment and reinforces healthy boundaries around technology use."
#Parenting #LessScreenTime #ReadABook #Storytime #Bedtime #ChildhoodDevelopment #SmartPhoneAddiction #SleepDisruption
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Why the Brain Prefers to Read on Paper
by Kris deDecker, October 25, 2013
" 'Beyond treating individual letters as physical objects, the human brain may also perceive a text in its entirety as a kind of physical landscape. When we read, we construct a #MentalRepresentation of the text in which meaning is anchored to structure.
"The exact nature of such representations remains unclear, but they are likely similar to the mental maps we create of terrain—such as mountains and trails—and of man-made physical spaces, such as apartments and offices.
"Both anecdotally and in published studies, people report that when trying to locate a particular piece of written information they often remember where in the text it appeared. We might recall that we passed the red farmhouse near the start of the trail before we started climbing uphill through the forest; in a similar way, we remember that we read about Mr. Darcy rebuffing Elizabeth Bennett on the bottom of the left-hand page in one of the earlier chapters.
"In most cases, paper books have more obvious topography than onscreen text. An open paperback presents a reader with two clearly defined domains—the left and right pages—and a total of eight corners with which to orient oneself. A reader can focus on a single page of a paper book without losing sight of the whole text: one can see where the book begins and ends and where one page is in relation to those borders. One can even feel the thickness of the pages read in one hand and pages to be read in the other.
"Turning the pages of a paper book is like leaving one footprint after another on the trail—there’s a rhythm to it and a visible record of how far one has traveled. All these features not only make text in a paper book easily navigable, they also make it easier to form a coherent mental map of the text.' "
https://www.notechmagazine.com/2013/10/why-the-brain-prefers-to-read-on-paper.html
#SolarPunkSunday #TechAddiction #Books #PhysicalBooks #ASMR #FullyEngaged #NeoLuddites #LessScreenTime #LibrariesRule #ReadABook #PaperMaps #PhysicalLandscape #Handwriting
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Why the Brain Prefers to Read on Paper
by Kris deDecker, October 25, 2013
" 'Beyond treating individual letters as physical objects, the human brain may also perceive a text in its entirety as a kind of physical landscape. When we read, we construct a #MentalRepresentation of the text in which meaning is anchored to structure.
"The exact nature of such representations remains unclear, but they are likely similar to the mental maps we create of terrain—such as mountains and trails—and of man-made physical spaces, such as apartments and offices.
"Both anecdotally and in published studies, people report that when trying to locate a particular piece of written information they often remember where in the text it appeared. We might recall that we passed the red farmhouse near the start of the trail before we started climbing uphill through the forest; in a similar way, we remember that we read about Mr. Darcy rebuffing Elizabeth Bennett on the bottom of the left-hand page in one of the earlier chapters.
"In most cases, paper books have more obvious topography than onscreen text. An open paperback presents a reader with two clearly defined domains—the left and right pages—and a total of eight corners with which to orient oneself. A reader can focus on a single page of a paper book without losing sight of the whole text: one can see where the book begins and ends and where one page is in relation to those borders. One can even feel the thickness of the pages read in one hand and pages to be read in the other.
"Turning the pages of a paper book is like leaving one footprint after another on the trail—there’s a rhythm to it and a visible record of how far one has traveled. All these features not only make text in a paper book easily navigable, they also make it easier to form a coherent mental map of the text.' "
https://www.notechmagazine.com/2013/10/why-the-brain-prefers-to-read-on-paper.html
#SolarPunkSunday #TechAddiction #Books #PhysicalBooks #ASMR #FullyEngaged #NeoLuddites #LessScreenTime #LibrariesRule #ReadABook #PaperMaps #PhysicalLandscape #Handwriting
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Why the Brain Prefers to Read on Paper
by Kris deDecker, October 25, 2013
" 'Beyond treating individual letters as physical objects, the human brain may also perceive a text in its entirety as a kind of physical landscape. When we read, we construct a #MentalRepresentation of the text in which meaning is anchored to structure.
"The exact nature of such representations remains unclear, but they are likely similar to the mental maps we create of terrain—such as mountains and trails—and of man-made physical spaces, such as apartments and offices.
"Both anecdotally and in published studies, people report that when trying to locate a particular piece of written information they often remember where in the text it appeared. We might recall that we passed the red farmhouse near the start of the trail before we started climbing uphill through the forest; in a similar way, we remember that we read about Mr. Darcy rebuffing Elizabeth Bennett on the bottom of the left-hand page in one of the earlier chapters.
"In most cases, paper books have more obvious topography than onscreen text. An open paperback presents a reader with two clearly defined domains—the left and right pages—and a total of eight corners with which to orient oneself. A reader can focus on a single page of a paper book without losing sight of the whole text: one can see where the book begins and ends and where one page is in relation to those borders. One can even feel the thickness of the pages read in one hand and pages to be read in the other.
"Turning the pages of a paper book is like leaving one footprint after another on the trail—there’s a rhythm to it and a visible record of how far one has traveled. All these features not only make text in a paper book easily navigable, they also make it easier to form a coherent mental map of the text.' "
https://www.notechmagazine.com/2013/10/why-the-brain-prefers-to-read-on-paper.html
#SolarPunkSunday #TechAddiction #Books #PhysicalBooks #ASMR #FullyEngaged #NeoLuddites #LessScreenTime #LibrariesRule #ReadABook #PaperMaps #PhysicalLandscape #Handwriting
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Why the Brain Prefers to Read on Paper
by Kris deDecker, October 25, 2013
" 'Beyond treating individual letters as physical objects, the human brain may also perceive a text in its entirety as a kind of physical landscape. When we read, we construct a #MentalRepresentation of the text in which meaning is anchored to structure.
"The exact nature of such representations remains unclear, but they are likely similar to the mental maps we create of terrain—such as mountains and trails—and of man-made physical spaces, such as apartments and offices.
"Both anecdotally and in published studies, people report that when trying to locate a particular piece of written information they often remember where in the text it appeared. We might recall that we passed the red farmhouse near the start of the trail before we started climbing uphill through the forest; in a similar way, we remember that we read about Mr. Darcy rebuffing Elizabeth Bennett on the bottom of the left-hand page in one of the earlier chapters.
"In most cases, paper books have more obvious topography than onscreen text. An open paperback presents a reader with two clearly defined domains—the left and right pages—and a total of eight corners with which to orient oneself. A reader can focus on a single page of a paper book without losing sight of the whole text: one can see where the book begins and ends and where one page is in relation to those borders. One can even feel the thickness of the pages read in one hand and pages to be read in the other.
"Turning the pages of a paper book is like leaving one footprint after another on the trail—there’s a rhythm to it and a visible record of how far one has traveled. All these features not only make text in a paper book easily navigable, they also make it easier to form a coherent mental map of the text.' "
https://www.notechmagazine.com/2013/10/why-the-brain-prefers-to-read-on-paper.html
#SolarPunkSunday #TechAddiction #Books #PhysicalBooks #ASMR #FullyEngaged #NeoLuddites #LessScreenTime #LibrariesRule #ReadABook #PaperMaps #PhysicalLandscape #Handwriting
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So, this is very interesting... I know I used to find making clay balls in pottery class would help keep me focused and calm...
The #Meditative Art of #Hikaru #Dorodango: How Japanese Schoolchildren Turn Mud Into Shiny Spheres
A developmental psychology professor discovered hikaru dorodango in a Japanese schoolyard in 1999, and the practice is still inspiring artists worldwide today.
By Marla Mackoul
Aug 12, 2025Excerpts: "No one is quite sure how hikaru dorodango originated, but it’s clear that it wouldn’t be as prominent as it is today without the efforts of Japanese developmental psychology professor Fumio Kayo. In 1999, Kayo was visiting a Kyoto nursery school to observe children at play when he noticed them deeply concentrated on forming playground dirt into shining spheres. It was a painstaking process even teachers would join in on. After working so long and so hard to create them, the dorodango would become treasured possessions of the children.
Making a dorodango involved locating the perfect soil, mixing it into mud, molding it into a sphere, and finally polishing it to perfection. The art requires patience, trial and error, and resourcefulness, causing it to be praised for its beneficial impact on early childhood development. Indeed, Kayo both published academic papers on the subject as well as developed a simple methodology that allowed him to introduce the activity to children across Kyoto. Hikaru dorodango was featured by Japanese public broadcaster NHK in 2001, and it has slowly gained prominence internationally—and among adults—since then.
"Other artists around the world have also found creating the mud balls to be both an excellent creative outlet as well as a grounding meditative practice. Artist Kiyoko Miki, for instance, uses different soil types and paint to create colored pastes, turning her dorodango into every color of the rainbow. She even drills holes into some to make charming flower vases."
#SolarpunkSunday #Japan #WorkingWithNature #ArtByHumans #MeditativeArt #MoreMudTime #LessScreenTime #ChildhoodDevelopment #Calming #Creative
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So, this is very interesting... I know I used to find making clay balls in pottery class would help keep me focused and calm...
The #Meditative Art of #Hikaru #Dorodango: How Japanese Schoolchildren Turn Mud Into Shiny Spheres
A developmental psychology professor discovered hikaru dorodango in a Japanese schoolyard in 1999, and the practice is still inspiring artists worldwide today.
By Marla Mackoul
Aug 12, 2025Excerpts: "No one is quite sure how hikaru dorodango originated, but it’s clear that it wouldn’t be as prominent as it is today without the efforts of Japanese developmental psychology professor Fumio Kayo. In 1999, Kayo was visiting a Kyoto nursery school to observe children at play when he noticed them deeply concentrated on forming playground dirt into shining spheres. It was a painstaking process even teachers would join in on. After working so long and so hard to create them, the dorodango would become treasured possessions of the children.
Making a dorodango involved locating the perfect soil, mixing it into mud, molding it into a sphere, and finally polishing it to perfection. The art requires patience, trial and error, and resourcefulness, causing it to be praised for its beneficial impact on early childhood development. Indeed, Kayo both published academic papers on the subject as well as developed a simple methodology that allowed him to introduce the activity to children across Kyoto. Hikaru dorodango was featured by Japanese public broadcaster NHK in 2001, and it has slowly gained prominence internationally—and among adults—since then.
"Other artists around the world have also found creating the mud balls to be both an excellent creative outlet as well as a grounding meditative practice. Artist Kiyoko Miki, for instance, uses different soil types and paint to create colored pastes, turning her dorodango into every color of the rainbow. She even drills holes into some to make charming flower vases."
#SolarpunkSunday #Japan #WorkingWithNature #ArtByHumans #MeditativeArt #MoreMudTime #LessScreenTime #ChildhoodDevelopment #Calming #Creative
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So, this is very interesting... I know I used to find making clay balls in pottery class would help keep me focused and calm...
The #Meditative Art of #Hikaru #Dorodango: How Japanese Schoolchildren Turn Mud Into Shiny Spheres
A developmental psychology professor discovered hikaru dorodango in a Japanese schoolyard in 1999, and the practice is still inspiring artists worldwide today.
By Marla Mackoul
Aug 12, 2025Excerpts: "No one is quite sure how hikaru dorodango originated, but it’s clear that it wouldn’t be as prominent as it is today without the efforts of Japanese developmental psychology professor Fumio Kayo. In 1999, Kayo was visiting a Kyoto nursery school to observe children at play when he noticed them deeply concentrated on forming playground dirt into shining spheres. It was a painstaking process even teachers would join in on. After working so long and so hard to create them, the dorodango would become treasured possessions of the children.
Making a dorodango involved locating the perfect soil, mixing it into mud, molding it into a sphere, and finally polishing it to perfection. The art requires patience, trial and error, and resourcefulness, causing it to be praised for its beneficial impact on early childhood development. Indeed, Kayo both published academic papers on the subject as well as developed a simple methodology that allowed him to introduce the activity to children across Kyoto. Hikaru dorodango was featured by Japanese public broadcaster NHK in 2001, and it has slowly gained prominence internationally—and among adults—since then.
"Other artists around the world have also found creating the mud balls to be both an excellent creative outlet as well as a grounding meditative practice. Artist Kiyoko Miki, for instance, uses different soil types and paint to create colored pastes, turning her dorodango into every color of the rainbow. She even drills holes into some to make charming flower vases."
#SolarpunkSunday #Japan #WorkingWithNature #ArtByHumans #MeditativeArt #MoreMudTime #LessScreenTime #ChildhoodDevelopment #Calming #Creative
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So, this is very interesting... I know I used to find making clay balls in pottery class would help keep me focused and calm...
The #Meditative Art of #Hikaru #Dorodango: How Japanese Schoolchildren Turn Mud Into Shiny Spheres
A developmental psychology professor discovered hikaru dorodango in a Japanese schoolyard in 1999, and the practice is still inspiring artists worldwide today.
By Marla Mackoul
Aug 12, 2025Excerpts: "No one is quite sure how hikaru dorodango originated, but it’s clear that it wouldn’t be as prominent as it is today without the efforts of Japanese developmental psychology professor Fumio Kayo. In 1999, Kayo was visiting a Kyoto nursery school to observe children at play when he noticed them deeply concentrated on forming playground dirt into shining spheres. It was a painstaking process even teachers would join in on. After working so long and so hard to create them, the dorodango would become treasured possessions of the children.
Making a dorodango involved locating the perfect soil, mixing it into mud, molding it into a sphere, and finally polishing it to perfection. The art requires patience, trial and error, and resourcefulness, causing it to be praised for its beneficial impact on early childhood development. Indeed, Kayo both published academic papers on the subject as well as developed a simple methodology that allowed him to introduce the activity to children across Kyoto. Hikaru dorodango was featured by Japanese public broadcaster NHK in 2001, and it has slowly gained prominence internationally—and among adults—since then.
"Other artists around the world have also found creating the mud balls to be both an excellent creative outlet as well as a grounding meditative practice. Artist Kiyoko Miki, for instance, uses different soil types and paint to create colored pastes, turning her dorodango into every color of the rainbow. She even drills holes into some to make charming flower vases."
#SolarpunkSunday #Japan #WorkingWithNature #ArtByHumans #MeditativeArt #MoreMudTime #LessScreenTime #ChildhoodDevelopment #Calming #Creative