: In the morning, the sun rises in the East . If you face the rising sun, East is in front of you, West is behind you, North is to your left, and South is to your right.
Directing your home and plants toward the sun can drastically change your environment. Towards the sun
: Only practice during the first hour after sunrise or the last hour before sunset when the UV index is lowest. : In the morning, the sun rises in the East
: Stand barefoot on the earth (soil, grass, or sand) to maximize the "grounding" effect while you gaze. : Only practice during the first hour after
: Place a stick upright in the ground. Mark the tip of the shadow. Wait 15 minutes and mark the new tip. Draw a line between the two: the first mark is approximately West and the second is East . The Analog Watch Trick :
If you are lost or just want to know your cardinal directions, the sun is your most reliable natural compass.