Waterfront living truly makes people happier
Avacation by the water — whether ocean, lake, or river — brings enjoyment to people of all ages. The water has an unmistakable allure and power to inspire relaxation and promote personal rejuvenation. And the pull is so strong that it’s no wonder that some of those vacationers eventually wind up making a move to live closer to a body of water.
The bestselling book, Blue Mind: The surprising science that shows how being near, in, on, or under water can make you happier, healthier, more connected, and better at what you do , by marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols, focuses on the proven scientific evidence that being close to bodies of water promotes mental health and happiness. From playing in the waves as a child to his later scubadiving explorations, he understood that enjoying the water was more than a fun pastime — it was a natural way to rest and recharge.
The term “blue mind” describes the mildly meditative state we fall into around water. It’s the antidote to what we refer to as “red mind,” which is the anxious, overconnected and overstimulated state that defines much of modern life. Research has shown that being near, in, on, or under water can provide a long list of benefits for our mind and body, including lowering stress and anxiety, increasing an overall sense of wellbeing and happiness, a lower heart and breathing rate, and safe, better workouts.
The waterbased lifestyle at Delta Coves begins from the very moment you look out your back door to the ultimate swimming hole, the lagoon. Here, families can alternatively treat it as a serious splash zone, spot for liquid lounging to cool off in summer, wild habitat to watch marine animals, protected harbor to learn early boating and floating skills, and a meditative retreat to wind down from the day.
Living by the water isn’t always as fun when you don’t have easy access, but with a spacious back deck and private dock, each house is more than just a home. It’s a getaway to the great California waterway, where sport, leisure, education, friendship, and nature all combine. And linking them all are the more than 1,000 miles of rivers, sloughs, and canals that create a different highway to enjoy life — no matter the speed. Delta Coves is ideal for both those who enjoy being out on the water, and those looking for a calming, tranquil place to call home.
With the knowledge that being by the water is really good for you, why not maximize your time being close? Imagine a day’s beginning and end with a gaze out across the water. And then imagine every day just like that. Why limit your water time to vacation?