Studies show the importance of going outside daily. Multiple recent studies have shown that, while it’s tempting to stay inside for long periods of time during the winter, doing so can be extremely detrimental to your health. Most of all, too little sunlight throws off your circadian rhythms, which control everything from your sleep patterns to your moods and digestion. Natural sunlight boosts your serotonin levels far more than artificial light and taking in vitamin D both reduces inflammation and promotes the effectiveness of your immune system. Taking just a twenty-minute walk outside is also a great time to be mindful during your day if you leave your phone behind and take in the fresh air. Yet another study performed at the University of Michigan showed that taking in the scenery improved memory and cognitive function by 20 percent compared to a group not exposed to any scenery. It may be the last thing you want to do when it’s the coldest time of year, but all of these health benefits are worth taking the time to bundle up and venture out.