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In this age of technological breakthroughs, everyone would agree that gadgets have made everyone’s lives better, it is still undeniable that this technology has also caused a few other activities to be pushed aside. It has to be said that at some point, these gadgets have alienated people from each other.

This is the time that we should encourage people to go for gadget or social media detox; that is, keeping their hands, eyes, and ears away from the computer or phone and just focus on other important things. One of the activities that people can do when going through this detox is exploring the great outdoors. It is that time when people go out and bask into nature uninterrupted by a text message or a phone call. Experts say that outdoor activities can reap as many benefits as staying online can.

Every outdoor activity encourages physical exercise which is good to improve one’s well-being. Even the mind can benefit from these physical activities. While exploring the great outdoors and the mind is free to explore, it develops learning. The outdoors is a great place to develop a person’s social skills. Learning to work together with a team are some of the things that can be developed when a person engages in activities that require him to work with others. Doing stress-relieving activities with other people allows us to bond and develop a strong sense of community where we can be ourselves and feel we belong. Exploring the outdoors allows a person to free his mind from the stresses and demands of work. By engaging in outdoor activities, a person develops his self-confidence and creativity by making things around him interesting.

Here are some rated and reviewed activities you can do and enjoy:

1. Zipline

Rating: 5 stars

If you are looking for some adventure try doing this activity! If you are the type of person who loves nature and would like to feel the fresh and cool air then this activity is the right one for you. And fly your way through the trees. It’s also an amazing way to reconnect with nature because sometimes then will you only realize the importance of trees and how much strong they are and how many years it took them to grow the size they are now and trying to carry all that rope and weight in you. Definitely we had fun. It is very safe and personnel are courteous and professional in their dealings. But of course, you have to keep in mind that ziplines? They go fast and you are indeed way way up in the sky so if you are afraid of heights then better think twice before engaging in this activity.

2. Horseback riding

Rating: 4 stars

Love animals? Then try horseback riding! We had a lot of fun riding these horses, at first it was nerve racking considering it our first-time riding horses and also at first it was a little jumpy but the handler told us to just relax and so we did. The ride became relaxing after a little while. The overall process was FUN and calming. But hold your horses!! Beware of the smell AHAHA and also if you are the type of person who has a really tight budget then this might not be the right one for you but you can always try and save money because those horses? They’re not going anywhere. One thing that we also knew about these horses is that some horses are retired racing horses.

3. Skating

Rating: 3 stars

Afraid to learn new things? Don’t be. If you haven’t tried skating then we recommend you to do this but get ready to get hurt and fall. Not sa crush mo but sa floor haha. Despite the hurts and falls, every second is worth it and every scar, gives a new meaning to your life that you accomplished something. I also find it amazing skating with music on it gives you the boost of energy and the momentum to continue skating even when you have fallen on the floor. But if you are the type of person who doesn’t like bumpy roads then maybe this is not for you. Sometimes though the floor gets wet in the inside due to the recent renovation so skating when it’s wet? Let me tell you is not going to be worth it because it’s already hard skating at dry land how much more if its wet?

4. Kite flying

Rating: 2 stars  

Go back to when you were still young. Miss the old days? Missing the times when you try to fly your own kite, but never really became successful because there is no wind? But hey! It’s still fun! Running to the grass and trying to make an effort to make your kite fly. Just like how you make an effort for your crush but no matter what you do it’s never successful and will NEVER be successful. But there you are, still clingy and hoping it would work. AHAHA but that’s what they say, don’t give up and never lose hope. One more good thing I could say for kite flying is that it’s really cheap, why? Because you can make your own without buying expensive kites that maybe someday will eventually get broken. But though!! Having these cool kites with amazing designs? Who could resist them? With their amazing colors and creative designs man, we would want one of those.

5. Jamming

Rating: 4 stars

Love music? Don’t care if you have a voice of a dying cat? Want something totally FREE? Then go grab your guitar and jam out to the tunes and music you love with your friends or family!! What better way to jam to your music than with the people you love? The more the merrier!! It’s also one way to meet new people especially when you and your friends are at public places. But be on the look out for annoying people. Why? They sometimes judge and laugh at you because of your terrible singing, but hey? Can you blame yourself? Practice makes perfect and if you are really determined to sing your favorite song in front of the people you are with then go!! No one’s stopping you from doing what you want. It’s your decision then do it. Just do it.

All of these activities can be done with your family or friends. YOLO!! You only live once!! Enjoy your life!! If you have an opportunity to do these activities then go!! It’s not healthy to stress yourself and be addicted too much on your gadgets.

Every person should enjoy every moment of their lives. Nobody knows when their last day on earth will be, or the ones they love, so enjoying life while it lasts is the best way to live. Technology does really help us today but don't let this destroy us and our relationship with others. Don’t forget your missing out on all of these cool stuffs. Your missing out on all the wonders nature could offer. Imagine the places you could have gone to with your love ones, reconnecting with them. The souvenirs you could have brought home, the people you could have met along the way. So, we encourage you. Why not experience them truly, witness them alive and not only see them through photos and videos.

So, put your phones down and let's enjoy this moment by doing some activities with your family and friends!

Thank you guys so much for making us do these activities!! We had so much fun doing them!! 

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Samantha Marie Bernardo

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