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Moving to Bhutan taught me to live mindfully’:

 

The concept of Gross National Happiness was introduced in the 1970s by the fourth king of Bhutan, who felt it was important to take a holistic approach to development, and to consider its social, cultural, environmental and spiritual impact on society, rather than focusing solely on economic growth. This sustainability ethos is a big part of the reason the country has managed to retain its pristine environment and traditional culture in an era of rapid commercial globalization.

“I’ve been here for three decades now and it’s still a really wild and magical place,” says Linda. “Bengal tigers roam free in the forests, and in the high mountains, there are snow leopards.

“We are surrounded by sacred places. I love hiking up to Tango Monastery, which dates back to the 13th century. It has a special kind of energy, the same energy I felt when I first arrived here. It’s hard to describe but it gives you such a feeling of peace and well-being.

“I think it’s because this place is healing,” she says. “In Bhutan, we live immersed in nature, and as a culture, we value kindness. I can see people relax the longer they stay. Globally, we live in volatile times; there’s a lot of anger and fear in the world. Bhutan is such a respite from all that.”lees hele artikel op 

https://edition.cnn.com/travel/bhutan-american-woman-mindfulness-wellness-love