Just went on a 3-week camping trip (some hotels to clean up) throughout the Southwestern US. I just graduated from school so I had the luxury of an extended su

Just went on a 3-week camping trip (some hotels to clean up) throughout the Southwestern US. I just graduated from school so I had the luxury of an extended summer vacation with no pressure to get an internship or really do anything classically "productive". I really can't put into words how great that trip was for my mental state and perspective. I was blown away by the incredible variety of natural beauty that we ignore every day. I had cell phone access in some places, but I didn't access the internet (besides navigation), read any newspapers, or watch TV. My brain just felt relaxed and I was consistently happy for 3 weeks. I can't wait for my next camping trip. It's an inexpensive and simple way to have a true vacation and let your brain 'reset'.