Health quote by John Muir

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Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body
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"Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul"

- John Muir

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John Muir's quote speaks to the value of having access to charm, recreation, and nature in our lives. He emphasizes that these things are simply as essential as having food to consume. He suggests that nature can be a source of recovery and strength for both our physical and psychological health. He motivates us to find places to play and hope, to require time to appreciate the beauty of the natural world, and to utilize nature as a source of recovery. This quote advises us that we need to look after our physical and mental health, which nature can be a powerful tool in doing so. It also encourages us to take time to value the appeal of the world around us, and to use it as a source of strength and healing.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Muir between April 21, 1838 and December 24, 1914. He/she was a famous Environmentalist from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Health. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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