Forest bathing - the Japanese practice of relaxation in the forest

Known in Japan as shinrin yoku, being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help both adults and children de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way.

Forest bathing is more than a walk in the woods. It’s a therapeutic method to take in the trees through the senses, to unwind, relax and feel nature in a whole new way.  Time slows down. Sounds and smells become more pronounced. Light and shadow and movement become focal points, whether a gentle wisp of wind, the babbling of a stream, or a tiny insect scuttling across the forest floor.

Discovering forest bathing was a turning point for me as I sought relief from exhaustion and burnout. As a certified forest bathing guide, I have experienced firsthand the transformative power of this practice and am dedicated to sharing its benefits with others. Whether through guided sessions or personal exploration, shinrin-yoku has become a concious part of my daily life.

I found forest bathing when my intuition made me to take a step into nature with another kind of attitude than before while I was seeking a way out from my exhaustion and burnout from living and working in high stress environements. Connecting deeply with nature and meditation helped me feel a bit more like myself. I’ve since graduated as a forest bathing guide, and happy to be able to teach this valuable method and the skills to others.

Guided forest bathing experiences are designed to be enjoyed in groups of about 3-15 people. Decades of scientific research have informed the frameworks of these practices and demonstrated a wide array of benefits, from the physical and mental, to the relational, social, and even spiritual.

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