David Hikes

Tag: Mental Health

  • Hiking with Anxiety

    Hiking is an excellent way to improve physical fitness, explore nature, and reduce stress. However, the thought of hiking may be overwhelming for those who struggle with anxiety. Anxiety is a common mental health condition affecting millions of people worldwide, making even the most straightforward tasks feel daunting. Fortunately, there are several ways to overcome…

  • Hiking and Depression

    Hiking is a form of outdoor exercise that involves walking through natural landscapes, such as mountains, forests, and valleys. This activity not only provides physical benefits but also positively impacts mental health, especially depression. Depression is a mental health condition that affects people’s mood, thoughts, and behavior, making it challenging to carry out daily activities.…

  • An Endless Hike

    An Endless Hike By David Newberger Amidst the mountains and the trees so tall,I embarked upon a journey, with no end at all.A hike of self-discovery, a quest to find my way,To understand the depths within me, and what I had to say. The path ahead was steep and long,But I felt a sense of…

  • The connection between Depression and Anxiety

    Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health conditions affecting individuals worldwide. While they can occur independently, they often occur together, creating a vicious cycle that can be difficult to break. This article will discuss the connection between depression and anxiety and why this co-occurrence is so common. Depression is a mental…

  • Hiking through the Darkness of the mind

    In the darkness of the night,The hiker struggled with all might,Fighting demons of the mind,A battle of the heart and kind. With every step, a heavyweight,The journey seemed to seal his fate,But determination kept him strong,And moving forward, all day long. The trail was rough and steep and long,And doubts and fears kept singing a…

  • The Benefits of Hiking on Mental Health

    Hiking has been shown to benefit mental health in several ways. Firstly, it can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression by reducing stress levels and increasing the release of endorphins, which are feel-good neurotransmitters.  Also, hiking can improve self-esteem and boost mood by providing a sense of accomplishment and increasing physical activity. Spending time in…

  • What is the draw of hiking?

    I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. – Walden by Henry David Thoreau Hiking is a popular outdoor…

  • Welcome to David Hikes

    Welcome to David Hikes, a blog dedicated to the adventures of David Newberger and his journey through the world of hiking. My name is David, and I am an avid hiker and outdoor enthusiast. Hiking has been a passion of mine for many years. However I only recently rediscovered my passion for hiking, and it…