One tool has been used by some of the greatest people of our time—artists, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and sportsmen—and it has all been used consistently. They understood the incredible power of this simple tool.

Walking

Walking is an excellent habit to build! It’s simple yet powerful for both physical and mental well-being.

Thankfully, this tool is free and available to everyone. It might not make you the next great philosopher, but it will boost your mind, body, and creativity.

Why you need to walk

Walking is deeply rooted in our ancestral history and has played a vital role in human evolution.

For millions of years, our ancestors were nomadic, walking long distances to hunt, gather, and explore new territories.

I remember in my childhood we would walk such long distances to catch a bus or to find wild fruits. Just thinking about it gets me exhausted. Like how did we do it?

But as generations change people are walking less and and less now.

• ​Stanford researchers found that walkers performed much better on tests measuring creative thinking during and after walks. Walking boosted creative thinking by an average of 60% and the benefits lasted well beyond the walking.

In our relationship, we have a thing where, if one of us is upset or during an argument, we take a walk to clear our heads.

A Simple Challenge for You

To help you get started, here’s a simple challenge:

For the rest of the month, commit to taking a daily 15-minute, technology-free walk:

• No phone
• No music
• No podcasts
• No articles
• No audiobooks

You can walk with a partner, a friend, a child, or on your own. Whether you chat or walk in silence, focus on gratitude as you go.

Fit it into your schedule whenever it works best. This small, mindful reset will greatly impact your life—I promise.

Even if you don’t get to take on the challenge, after you read this article, I hope you feel inspired to go for a walk. A small action that just might change your life.

How to Build a Walking Routine

If there is one daily habit that has had the greatest positive impact on my life since I implemented it. It is walking. In 2022, I averaged about 3,000 steps per day. In 2023, that figure got closer to 8,000. That increase has unlocked me creatively, spiritually, mentally, and physically—I feel like a completely different person.

To be clear, I have several unusual lifestyle factors that allow me to walk this much flexible work, a nice walking neighbourhood, I walked to and from home to work, and I am a content creator.

There are four types of walks to consider implementing in your routines:

1. Active Walks: These walks last 30-60 minutes at a brisk pace and can include optional technology. I often listen to audiobooks or podcasts or use this time to think through specific problems or ideas I’m working on. Active walks provide a light cardio workout and a moderate mental challenge. These are my favourite walks. Sometimes I stop when I feel tired.
2. Passive “Tech-Free” Walks: Passive walks are aimless, meaning there’s no specific goal in mind. Lasting 30-60 minutes at a leisurely pace, these walks are done without any technology. Let your mind wander freely, and consider carrying a small notebook to jot down any interesting thoughts that pop up.
3. Morning Sunlight Walks: Forget complicated morning routines—just go for a 15-20-minute walk. The sunlight, movement, and fresh air help improve your mood, regulate your circadian rhythm, and boost metabolism and digestion. Ideally, leave the phone at home and let your thoughts wander.
4. Break Walks: Short breaks of 5-10 minutes can greatly improve your well-being. Take a quick walk between meetings, after a meal, or before a big event to refresh your mind and body.

You can read my blog here. How I Walked Everyday for a Year,

What I am learning

Right now I am enjoying learning all things perimenopause. I am focusing on simplifying my life as much as possible by accepting this stage of my life.

Life is shorter and more fragile than you realise. Embrace what is within your power to control, and forget what remains outside of it. Here is what I have learned:

• Eat a simple balanced diet and supplementation to support bone health, which can be affected by hormonal changes.
• Do weight-bearing exercises 4 times a week Strength training, walking, and stretching to help maintain bone density.
• Consistent sleep schedule: go to bed and wake up at the same time every day to regulate the body clock. (with a little bit of flexibility but you know what I mean:)

How I can help you,