Experiencing Nature by Night

Wednesday's inspirational thoughts for a happy and fulfilling day.   [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Experiencing Nature by Night]( In the height of summertime's heat, we drift outdoors at dusk to refresh ourselves in the cooler evening temperatures. Cricket songs and the glow of fireflies come together with ever-lengthening shadows to create a natural symphony that invigorates the body and gladdens the soul. As the sun sets, the vivid colors of most flowers and leaves fade, becoming a dull gray, but moon gardens provide us with a space to appreciate Mother Nature's bounty long after the light of day has retreated. Designed to be enjoyed from dusk until dark, these gardens serve as a perfect complement to silvery moonlight, mild summer nights, and the spirit of rejuvenation. Most plants worship the sun, but a select few shrubs and flowers come into their own in the moon’s glow. The silvery leaves of lamb's ears and artemisia reflect the radiance of the moon, while the bright-white flowers adorning yucca and evening primrose seem to shimmer brilliantly in dusk's gloom. Certain blossoms, such as the moonflower and four o'clocks, open only at night, releasing their sweet fragrances along with spectacular displays of beauty. When creating a moon garden, remember to take all your human sense into account. Bamboo and thick grasses make a comforting sound when bandied about by gentle nighttime breezes. Transforming a portion of your existing yard or patio into a moon garden is simple, and the pleasure is worth it. Green spaces come alive at night when nocturnal blossoms release their perfume into the air, and lovely and luminous foliage dances in the breeze. In a moon garden, relaxation is a simple matter of attuning yourself to the stillness of evening and seeing, perhaps for the first time, the myriad shades of beauty that can be found in the darkness. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Companion Course [A Year of Guided Meditations]( Receive 52 transformative guided meditations — one for each week of the year — to help you cultivate greater gratitude, forgiveness, self-compassion, and so much more. In this meditative program, Dudley Evenson will guide you through each meditative journey as she plays the harp, and her husband Dean Evenson plays the flute. You’ll explore different aspects of your inner self, cultivate mindfulness, and achieve greater inner peace. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Quitting Self-Created Loneliness]( - [The 4-Minute Fat-Burning Tabata Workout]( - [Feng Shui to Release Unhealthy Emotions]( - [Bone Health: Holistic Exercises to Increase Balance, Flexibility, and Strength]( Recommended For You [Recipes to Let Go of Gluten]( [Learn More]( [Overcoming Fear]( [Learn More]( [Tidy in Ten]( [Learn More]( [Toxic Positivity: Speak Your Truth and Embrace Your Emotions]( [Learn More]( [Meditations to Unravel Old Patterns and Reshape Your Brain]( [Learn More]( [Gut Microbiome Remedies to Repair Your Health]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [The Menopausal Middle Menu Plan]( 2. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Bone Health: Holistic Exercises to Increase Balance, Flexibility, and Strength]( 5. [Science-Based Plan to Reduce Visceral Fat]( 6. [How to Overcome Depression]( 7. [Quitting Self-Created Loneliness]( 8. [Go Sleeveless in 14 Days]( 9. [Fit and Fierce Over 40]( 10. [Meditative Painting to Heal Your Life]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.