Well, nowadays there's so much noise around that sometimes silence is a luxury I can no longer afford. So time and again I go to some quiet places not to forget what 'silence' is. My favourite one is a coniferous forest which is just a 20-minute drive from the city. This is a magical place where quietness is almost tangible.

I like to walk, enjoying the air, the scents, and the vegetation. I usually move slowly, calmly, and mindfully. The older I become, the more I appreciate each opportunity to take the time to walk or sit and enjoy silence, especially when I feel that I'm on the verge of burnout. When it's warm, I spread down a small carpet and sit under a pine tree, reading a book or just enjoying the nature.

This is by far the best place where I can take a break from a constant stream of noises to reboot my brain and unwind. Also, it is there that I can rid my mind of negative and unnecessary thoughts, slow down, catch a deep breath, set my mind straight, think about my life and focus on what I really want. If I'm feeling blue, a walk in the forest helps me to set myself in the right mood. When I feel stressed and exhausted, it helps me to recharge my batteries.

I usually notice a huge difference in the way I feel before and after I go there, and this is definitely what keeps me coming back for more.