The Great Outdoors: Life’s Ultimate Luxury
The Ultimate Privilege: Just Being Outside
The more time I spend outdoors, the more I realize that being outside, under the sun or beneath the clouds, is the ultimate luxury. All the entertainment options, all the conveniences—ordering from Uber Eats, binge-watching Netflix, or buying the latest gadget on Amazon—none of it compares to simply lying by the riverbank, looking up at the sky.
“The ultimate privilege, the ultimate luxury in life is being outside under the sun, under the moon, under the sky.”
When I’m outside, looking up at the clouds as they slowly drift by, it’s clear to me: nothing else comes close. Nature has a power to ground you, to remind you of what’s real, in a way that no screen or virtual experience ever can. Watching these slow-moving clouds is more captivating than any movie or show, and it’s a reminder that life itself is the greatest form of entertainment.
Embrace Nature as the Real World
There’s a certain irony to our obsession with simulations—games that recreate fantasy battles, or shows that mirror everyday life. While people sink into these artificial realities, the real world waits outside. Right here, in the open air, is where life happens. When I’m out here, I don’t need to be anyone else or anywhere else. It’s just me, nature, and whatever I choose to experience. Even a simple stick becomes a part of the journey.
The Power of the Sun and the Outdoors
Maybe humans are closer to plants than we think. Just like plants, we need sunlight, fresh air, and open space to thrive. Spending hours under artificial light, sitting in a dimly lit room or office? It feels like confinement. But outside, in the sun, you feel truly alive. The warmth, the energy—it’s like a supercharger for the mind and body.
“Every day, I chase the light. As a photographer, and as a person, it only makes sense to stay on the sunlit side of the street.”
For me, there’s no greater energy boost than the sun. It powers me up more than any cup of coffee, fueling both my body and my creativity.
Walking as the Ultimate Human Experience
Walking, being in motion—it’s what we’re made to do. Anytime I’m inside too long, I feel it: the stagnation, the slow shutdown of energy. But outside, I’m in a constant state of movement. When I walk, I’m fully present. The trail, the city streets, or a quiet riverside path, all become places to explore and connect with life as it unfolds around me.
Life Beyond Modernity’s Distractions
The modern lifestyle, filled with screens, junk food, and sedentary routines, feels like a trap. People sit indoors, missing out on the world as it passes by. They’re stuck in a loop of entertainment, scrolling, consuming, but never really experiencing. No amount of technology, no paycheck, could convince me to trade a day outdoors for time spent indoors.
“Nature itself is the ultimate luxury. There’s no screen that can replicate it.”
Living Every Day Like an Adventure
When I’m outside, I imagine myself like a Spartan on a journey, or a photographer on a mission. Each step is part of an ongoing adventure, and I’d rather be in motion than sitting back. Marching through the city or along the river, I feel like I’m part of something bigger—connected to the world, not just observing it.
“I never want to miss another sunrise or sunset. Every day spent outside is a day well-lived.”
Letting Nature Be the Inspiration
Nature fuels my creativity. Photography, to me, is about capturing the beauty of life in the moment, embracing the spirit of play, and exploring the world with curiosity. There’s no need for substances, artificial highs, or destructive habits. The best way to live fully is to spend time outside, take in the sun, and appreciate the world for what it is.
So, put down the phone, turn off the screen, and step outside. The true luxury of life is waiting.