The Mind Does Not Belong in a Cubicle

A new book as reported in recent article in The Atlantic, "The Mind Does Not Belong in a Cubicle" verifies the importance of a human connection to nature, even while we work. The book is titled Cubed: A Secret History of the Workplace by Nikil Saval was released last week and joins other studies on how our physical work space impacts our lives. It makes perfect sense to me that worker satisfaction and productivity increase when there is the opportunity to connect to the out-of-doors, such as through windows letting in natural sunlight or the ability to get outside and actual see, smell and taste the natural environment on a daily basis.  Although in my office I am adjacent to large windows, they do not open and the blinds are typically shut so that we can all see our computer screens without glare. Because of this, I find it extremely important to get outside at least once during the day to take a walk or run an errand. If you are like me and spend most of your day working in a cubicle, what do you do to relieve stress and rejuvenate yourself during work hours?