There’s something magical about kicking off your shoes and walking barefoot on grass, sand, or even cool tiles. It feels freeing, grounding, and oddly satisfying. For some people, it’s a nostalgic ...

Grounding (or earthing)—essentially, the practice of making physical contact with the Earth’s surface, also known as walking barefoot—has been a thing among true wellness heads for a minute now.

Being barefoot can feel liberating, exhilarating and fun. Some people even practice a barefoot lifestyle, avoiding shoes as much as possible. It’s also tempting to exercise barefoot as the weather ...