GRAPEVINE | JULY 2022

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a publication for

July 2022

VAL DE VIE ESTATE RESIDENTS

Take a Deep Breath and Connect with the Power of Nature With shorter days, colder temperatures and reduced exposure

breathe. Scientific studies show a direct link between breathing

countless ways for the whole family to be more present in nature

to the sun, many of us can feel the need to hibernate during

and our thoughts, actions and feelings. Practising breathing and

and enjoy an active lifestyle. From the 42km of mountain bike

the winter months. Typically, this is also a time of year when we

mindfulness exercises can to lead to more positive emotions, as

routes and 21km of walking or jogging trails, the world-famous

experience fatigue or illness, which reduces our energy levels,

well as helping to alleviate feelings of anxiety and apprehension.

Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, picnic spots

motivation and negatively impacts on our physical and mental

Next time you’re feeling overwhelmed why not step outside, take

by the Berg River as well as outrides at the Equestrian Centre

well-being. At times like these, it’s important to stop and take

a breath and appreciate the beauty of nature that is all around

where you can traverse vineyards and enjoy panoramic views.

a deep breath. Breathing is one of the body’s most essential

you. Watch an insect, bird or animal at work. Sit and watch the

Our Estate provides the perfect environment in which to live a

processes. Our breaths occur constantly and rhythmically much

sun until it sets completely. Enjoy the movement of the wind as it

more engaged life, a place where physical, social, environmental,

like the steady beating of our hearts, and while we can’t generally

crosses the surface of a lake or simply open a window, feel the

emotional and spiritual well-being is actively encouraged. Where

alter the rhythm of our hearts by choice, we can alter how we

fresh air and listen to the birdsong. At Val de Vie Estate, there are

you live really can change your life.


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