Orlando is known for its entertainment and attractions, but what about on days when you just need to get away from the noise and push the good olâ reset button? Outside of hanging in and cozying up with a good book, here are five ways I would choose to take a mental health day:Â
- Pick oranges at a local orange grove: Ridge Island Groves in Haines City lets you pick your oranges straight from the tree and if that doesnât sound like a cup of liquid sunshine to perk you up, I donât know what does. Hours are Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Go berry-picking. Sure, oranges are great but whatâs really in season right now are berries and this roundup of more than 20 u-pick farms in Central Florida is just what the doctor ordered.
- Get out on the water. My friend, Dena Davis, wonât believe that I typed this, but I wouldnât mind knocking off this list of 10 best places to kayak and paddleboard in Central Florida.
- Be one with nature and the animals by checking out the new safari ride at Wild Florida. As seen in the photo above, itâs pretty picturesque in Kenansville and Wild Floridaâs drive-through safari park allows you to feed giraffes from the comfort of your car. Gassing up now.
- Take a yoga class under the stars. Everybodyâs doing it. Whether itâs from the rooftop at The Balcony or the EO Inn, or outdoors at Orlando Brewing or Lake Eola, yoga outside is life-changing, especially when the weatherâs âcoolerâ like it is right now.
Got tips for how to unwind when you need a mental health day? Let us hear âem. Send an email to hello@pulp.town, subject line: Help me help you.