Linda McGurk

Nov 29, 2024 | meghanjward.substack.com | Meghan J. Ward |Linda McGurk |Heidi Barr

My goals had driven me to this point where, upon achieving them, I only saw another mountain I wanted to climb. The river gurgled, shimmering at once silver and powder blue, as it curved around the rocky riverbank and tickled overgrown shrubs hanging over the water. I sat for a few minutes and just listened. A deep sigh fell out of me ‚ÄĒ a natural release in a space that felt like it had been sitting there waiting for me.

Nov 12, 2023 | cnbc.com | Linda McGurk

Growing up in Sweden, my parents always encouraged me to get outside as much as possible — rain, snow or shine. This was largely driven by "friluftsliv," a Scandinavian word that roughly translates to "open-air life." The 164-year-old concept of Friluftsliv is all about embracing nature, and it is a big part of Swedish culture. When my kids were young, I would let them climb rocks and trees, investigate slimy critters, dig holes and play without adult intervention, just like I did.

Nov 12, 2023 | nbcchicago.com | Linda McGurk

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Nov 12, 2023 | nbclosangeles.com | Linda McGurk

Growing up in Sweden, my parents always encouraged me to get outside as much as possible — rain, snow or shine. This was largely driven by "friluftsliv," a 164-year-old concept that roughly translates to "open-air life." Friluftsliv is all about embracing nature, and it is a big part of Swedish culture. When my kids were young, I would let them climb rocks and trees, investigate slimy critters, dig holes and play without adult intervention, just like I did.

Oct 4, 2023 | greenchildmagazine.com | Linda McGurk

The vestibular system is one of your child’s most important sensory systems. It plays a major role in the overall development of a growing child. It specifically impacts the brain, balance, and gross motor movement. But because kids today are less active, many suffer from an underdeveloped vestibular sense. Here’s how outdoor play naturally strengthens this crucial system.