At the core of the outdoor lifestyle is the acknowledgment of a theory biologists and psychologists call "biophilia." Coined by the sociobiologist E.O. Wilson, the term suggests that humans possess an innate, genetic tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. For millennia, our survival depended on our ability to read the landscape: to interpret the movement of clouds, the rustle of brush, and the direction of the wind. Our nervous systems are hardwired for the unpredictability of the wild. Consequently, when we sequester ourselves in climate-controlled, geometrically perfect boxes, we suffer a form of sensory deprivation. The modern epidemic of anxiety and attention fragmentation is arguably a symptom of this mismatch. The outdoor lifestyle, therefore, is not an escape from reality, but an escape into the reality our bodies recognize.
(The Snow Maiden) [4, 5]. For those observing the religious holiday, Christmas Eve (January 6th) involves a long church service and a traditional meatless meal known as Holy Supper At the core of the outdoor lifestyle is
This is the story of two neighbors, Elena and Jean-Pierre, who decided to merge their distinct holiday traditions for a unique winter feast. Their celebration highlights the rich differences between Russian and French festivities. The Christmas Feast Our nervous systems are hardwired for the unpredictability