Over the last few months, like many, I have spent more and more time outdoors. I C A T Cknew H SO ME A V E S I wellness N that myWmind/body was improving whilst out in nature because
I felt better. I didn’t know that all this time I was actually practicing Shinrin yoku.
LAGUNA BEACH
What is Forest Bathing?
This Japanese practice is an ancient process of relaxation; know in Japan as shinrin yoku. It is simply being in nature, connecting with it through our senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch. Shinrin-yoku is like a bridge. By opening our senses, it bridges the gap between us and the natural world. Breathing deeply can help both adults and children de-stress and it also boost’s health and well being in a natural way.
Where can you Forest Bathe? of locations across the UK. If you’re near a forest, great! If not, don’t B y J oThere y c e are W r ithousands ght P h o tpanic. o g r a pOnce h s byou y Mhave a r k learned H a l b e how r g to do it, you can do shinrin-yoku anywhere. In a nearby park or in your garden. Look for a place where there are trees, and you are good to go! You can forest-bathe anywhere in the world, in hot weather or in cold; in rain, sunshine or snow. IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Who can Forest Bathe?
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Forest bathing can be great fun for adults and children of all ages and abilities. There are no limitations.
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