In today’s fast-paced world, stress tends to build up quicker than we can release it. Constant work emails, back-to-back meetings, and the unending buzz of city life can leave even the strongest individuals feeling mentally exhausted. Our minds yearn for a break – a moment to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with ourselves. More often than not, that break is found near water. This brings us to the idea of “blue spaces” – areas characterized by water, whether it be oceans, rivers, lakes, or even carefully designed pools. Psychologists, urban planners, and wellness professionals all acknowledge blue spaces as powerful resources for mental rejuvenation. But what is it about water that impacts our minds so profoundly, and how can being by the pool help us regain our emotional balance?