Sometimes after a stressful day, I take the long way home by driving along Hwy 90 and the beach. From Biloxi to Gautier. Seeing the water puts me in a better mood, and barring any traffic issues, helps me relax.
The folks at Study Finds say it’s not your imagination … being near the water makes you happier. Researchers in Spain studied the benefits of different environments on mood and found that taking walks near water -- whether the ocean, a lake, river, or even fountains, make us happier. Scientists call these environments with water “blue spaces.” So, if you're feeling blue, spend some time in a blue space. (Study Finds)