Study a plant or flower for three minutes

Look closely at a leaf or flower as if you have never seen one.

Why it helps

Close observation quiets the thinking mind. Nature details often reward patient looking.

How to do it

1. Choose a plant.
2. Look at its colours, edges and veins.
3. Notice what you had not seen before.

Make it easier

Look for one minute.

Make it harder

Sketch it.