Walk barefoot on the grass

Finding a suitable area of grass

The easiest way to walk barefoot on the grass is across your own lawn. If you don’t have one, there are still options. You could:

• Visit a friend or family member with a lawn and suggest a barefoot stroll across it
• Go to a nearby park or green space with a grass area and remove your shoes. First, check that there are no signs saying shoes are required and that it feels appropriate to do this

Wherever the area of grass is, there are a few things to check for before you begin:

• Any sharp objects, such as glass, thorny or spiky plants, or sticks in your way
• If you have pets, ensure there is no hidden animal waste
• Insects such as bees and ants in the grass
• Any holes or rocks you could stumble over

It’s also best to avoid walking barefoot shortly after it's been raining, in case the ground is muddy or slippery.

Taking a stroll

You can spend as long or short as you like doing this, whether five minutes or much longer.

This can be a lovely mindful activity, so you may enjoy walking slowly. This also gives you the opportunity to appreciate your surroundings. Focus on each step and feel the connection between your feet and the earth.

Another option is to stand in one spot and stretch out your toes or rock gently back and forth. This also reduces the chance of stepping on something you don’t want to.

Some things to think about:

• What can you feel under your feet? How does the grass feel? Can you feel anything else? Is the ground flat, or are you able to notice small bumps?
• What sound do your feet make on the grass as you stroll? What other natural sounds can you hear around you?
• Take a close look at the grass. What do you notice – is it entirely grass or are there other plants growing? Is it all a similar shade of green, or varied shades?
• You could try doing this at different times of day. In the evening, after a warm day, for example, you may find the grass still retains a little heat