Xeriscape was originally developed for drought-resistant landscaping, and has become popular for residential use in all climate zones. The cell phone has become an integral part of our fast-paced culture. There's another side to ubiquitous cell phone use. It distracts our focus from other activities, at home, shopping, driving and even during movies or meetings. It adds another level of complexity to our daily living and is often an unwelcome interruption to our time spent with others.
Silence Try to put some silence into each day.
Our ears are not designed for the constant stimulation of noise, which is an unfortunate by-product of modern life. There are very few loud sounds in nature. Studies have shown that stress hormones rise in response to noise. Concentration and energy levels are reduced, and the rates of hearing loss among young people has risen dramatically in recent years. Simply being aware of the effects of noise is a good start.