25 calming pictures that we all need right now

We surely don’t need to tell you that we’re living through a very stressful time right now with the rapid spread of COVID-19 and the shuttering of many aspects of our daily lives. As difficult as it can be to just unwind and try to feel at peace, we hope these tranquil, cosy photos provide a little bit of relaxation to your day.

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There aren’t many things more peaceful than a waterfall. Even though that churning water actually contains a whole lot of power, the consistency and beauty of waterfalls can still make us feel totally calm. This gorgeous photo displays the Rio Celeste waterfall in Costa Rica’s Tenorio Volcano National Park.

All together now: awwwwwww! We wish we could all be as calm as a blissfully snoozing baby. Even just for a minute or two. Is that too much to ask?

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Sure, it’s not particularly wise to go to the beach or a resort right now – nor is it advisable to share drinks, unfortunately. But hopefully, this ultra-peaceful image can help put you in your happy place.

Raise your hand if you wish this was you right now! As if the idea of curling up with a good book wasn’t calming enough, imagine curling up with a good book in a cosy hammock like this one. What’s more of an epitome of relaxation than a hammock?

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“On vacation in Oregon, we got up bright and early and drove to Yaquina Head Light. We were the first and only ones there at the time. I love the colours of the landscape, with golden grasses and a gorgeous dark blue sky.” –  Janet Abrahamson for Country magazine.

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What’s more calming and peaceful than the symbol of peace itself, a dove? We certainly wish we could be as carefree as a bird flying through a clear sky.

“This photo is all about nostalgic, lazy summer afternoons in the countryside, and the simple pleasure of swinging in an old tyre hanging from a sturdy tree branch.” – Bob Oehlman, for Country magazin

A pristine beach lit up in spectacular vibrant colours by a beautiful sunset? Now that’s peace! This shot comes from a beach in Hikkaduwa in the South Asian country of Sri Lanka.

Oh yeah, you knew there had to be a sleeping baby animal picture in here somewhere. Raise your hand if you wish you were as relaxed as this puppy. Hopefully these calming pictures can help get you a little closer.

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