The TikTok trend of silent walking has roots in Buddhism and is a common mindfulness practice.
about advice she received from her nutritionist to walk for 30 minutes a day “instead of doing insane cardio like I used to.” That suggestion was followed by another from her boyfriend, who challenged her not to listen to a podcast, music, or anything else while she did so. What followed was a horde of people posting across social media about their own experiences of walking daily sans distractions.
"By removing distractions, allows the participant to become more aware of their inner and outer environments,” psychologist Amanda Darnley, Psy.D., tells TODAY.com. “Recent studies have found that rates of anxiety and depression have risen dramatically since the beginning of the pandemic, and I believe people are seeking natural, integrative approaches to improve their mental health,” she tells TODAY.com.While the idea of walking without distractions may sounds appealing, Guerra warns it’s easier said than done. “Practicing silent walking can prove to be challenging, given that we live in an overstimulating world,” she says.
Hackenmiller adds that people with mobility issues who wish to experience the benefits of silent walking can do so by finding a reflective “sit spot” outside, “where you sit quietly in nature for at least twenty minutes, simply noticing what you notice.”The health benefits of silent walking include reducing stress, increased energy and resilience, and a deeper connection to oneself, as well as lower blood pressure and heart rate.
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