Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 days agoWhy Your Brain Feels Off After a Day Indoors
Indoor environments lead to mental fatigue due to lack of variation, while brief outdoor exposure can enhance focus and mood.
Your brain accounts for roughly 2% of your body weight but consumes about 20% of your daily energy. That consumption isn't evenly distributed across all mental activities. Focused, voluntary attention (the kind you use when navigating a rocky trail or solving a puzzle you care about) draws on neural circuits that are remarkably efficient when properly engaged.