forest bathing for wellbeing
We now know that when we actively connect with the natural world, something magical happens to us, which is beyond the health benefits of going for a walk.
By relating through our senses (sight, hearing, touch, and smell), we drop our habit of endless thinking, and sink into a light restful state of mind. We become absorbed, calm and relaxed. We feel present and more alive.
Research is showing that this way of being is highly beneficial for our health and wellbeing, and even 20 minutes is known to have lasting benefits.
Best of all, it’s lots of fun!!
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Health
Stronger immune system
Lower blood-sugar levels
Lower blood pressure
Lower stress hormones
Lower pulse rate
Less perception of chronic pain
Faster recovery from illness
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Mental Health
More energy
Better sleep quality
More resilience to stress
Less anxiety
Less symptoms of depression
Less focus on daily concerns
Better mental clarity
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Happiness
Better memory
Better concentration
Better mood
More open free-thinking
Better problem-solving
More self-knowledge
More creativity
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Community
Feel more compassion
Feel more generous
Feel more kindness
Feel more time-rich
More co-operative spirit
Feel own problems less
See more beauty around us
Past students have found…