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Forest Bathing: Mindful Meditation Connecting You to Nature and Eco-Consciousness Through the Practice of Shinrin-Yoku
A walk in the woods is great... but unless you understand the ancient practice of Shinrin-yoku, you're missing out on the full restorative power of nature.Do you feel stuck in your daily routine? Are the sounds and smells of the city getting under your skin?
Pause for a moment and think about those questions.
The chances are, the busy modern world is getting to you more than you think. Most of us live in a constant state of low-level stress… and we’ve started to feel like it’s normal.
If you feel like you’re always tired and struggling to relax, or if you find yourself in constant need of a vacation, there’s something wrong – and the solution is surprisingly simple.
We’ve become disconnected from the natural world.
Even if you have a backyard and a pleasant enough walk to the office, you’re constantly being exposed to noise and pollution… and whether you’re aware of it or not, it affects both your mental and physical health.
The solution is to bring back that connection to the natural world – and you can do it in such a way that you’ll discover more benefits than you ever realized it could offer.
Enter the ancient Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – or “forest bathing.”
You’re about to discover the restorative powers of the forest and its incredible transformative effects on well-being.
But there’s more to it than a short walk through the woods. It requires you to mindfully engage with the environment and take in the complete sensory experience… and for that, you’re going to need a guide.
This book is that guide. Inside, you’ll
This book is that guide. Inside, you’ll origins of Shinrin-yoku – so you understand exactly what you’re doing (and why)Everything you need to know to prepare yourself for a truly restorative forest bathing experienceEssential mindfulness techniques you’ll need to know to get the most out of your experienceHow to engage each one of your senses and connect to the forest on a deeper levelThe surprising way you can use the forest as a mirror – and what it can tell you about yourselfA complete guide to getting the most out of Shinrin-yoku in every seasonHow to use your forest bathing to contribute to a more sustainable worldWhat to do when it’s hard to escape the city – the benefits of “urban nature therapy”The secret to bringing more nature into your daily life… even when you can’t get out to commune with the trees
And much more.
You’ve heard of forest bathing, and you might have thought that your weekend hike through the woods was getting you there.
It’s certainly bringing you some benefits, but to truly connect with the natural environment and reap the full range of treasures offered by Shinrin-yoku, you’re going to need to be focused.
But you’ve just found your guide along this transformative path… and more benefits are waiting for you than you might realize.
Ready to let go of your stress and connect with the earth on a deeper level? Then scroll up and click “Buy Now” right now!
Pause for a moment and think about those questions.
The chances are, the busy modern world is getting to you more than you think. Most of us live in a constant state of low-level stress… and we’ve started to feel like it’s normal.
If you feel like you’re always tired and struggling to relax, or if you find yourself in constant need of a vacation, there’s something wrong – and the solution is surprisingly simple.
We’ve become disconnected from the natural world.
Even if you have a backyard and a pleasant enough walk to the office, you’re constantly being exposed to noise and pollution… and whether you’re aware of it or not, it affects both your mental and physical health.
The solution is to bring back that connection to the natural world – and you can do it in such a way that you’ll discover more benefits than you ever realized it could offer.
Enter the ancient Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – or “forest bathing.”
You’re about to discover the restorative powers of the forest and its incredible transformative effects on well-being.
But there’s more to it than a short walk through the woods. It requires you to mindfully engage with the environment and take in the complete sensory experience… and for that, you’re going to need a guide.
This book is that guide. Inside, you’ll
This book is that guide. Inside, you’ll origins of Shinrin-yoku – so you understand exactly what you’re doing (and why)Everything you need to know to prepare yourself for a truly restorative forest bathing experienceEssential mindfulness techniques you’ll need to know to get the most out of your experienceHow to engage each one of your senses and connect to the forest on a deeper levelThe surprising way you can use the forest as a mirror – and what it can tell you about yourselfA complete guide to getting the most out of Shinrin-yoku in every seasonHow to use your forest bathing to contribute to a more sustainable worldWhat to do when it’s hard to escape the city – the benefits of “urban nature therapy”The secret to bringing more nature into your daily life… even when you can’t get out to commune with the trees
And much more.
You’ve heard of forest bathing, and you might have thought that your weekend hike through the woods was getting you there.
It’s certainly bringing you some benefits, but to truly connect with the natural environment and reap the full range of treasures offered by Shinrin-yoku, you’re going to need to be focused.
But you’ve just found your guide along this transformative path… and more benefits are waiting for you than you might realize.
Ready to let go of your stress and connect with the earth on a deeper level? Then scroll up and click “Buy Now” right now!
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Published November 18, 2023
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March 22, 2024
Forest Bathing by Elise Ingram.
I received an e-copy of this book in exchange for a review.
Forest Bathing is a Japanese practice of immersing oneself in nature. It’s not just meditation in the forest. Shinrin-yoku is practicing mindfulness and experiencing the sights-sounds-smells-tastes-feelings of the forest. Not just any Forest but one that you feel comfortable in, and know the safety aspect and what to expect for wildlife around you. The experience of all of the senses combined is therapeutic, not to mention the benefits of unplugging and sitting/ walking quietly in nature. Forest Bathing is not hiking a trail. It is slowing down, gettin rid of distractions and being fully present.
It’s about more than just reducing stress. There are multiple health benefits of forest bathing and studies to back them up.
While there are other modalities similar to Forest Bathing, the key is using as many senses as you can. Shintoism, is Japan’s indigenous religion. Japanese culture focuses on harmony with nature by slowing down and engaging fully with the senses.
While you can do guided Forest Bathing, you can go at it alone, any season. Find your spot, take it all in and honor what the forest has to offer.
This is a short read, packed with a lot of great information about forest, bathing, as well as sustainability of our ecosystem.
I received an e-copy of this book in exchange for a review.
Forest Bathing is a Japanese practice of immersing oneself in nature. It’s not just meditation in the forest. Shinrin-yoku is practicing mindfulness and experiencing the sights-sounds-smells-tastes-feelings of the forest. Not just any Forest but one that you feel comfortable in, and know the safety aspect and what to expect for wildlife around you. The experience of all of the senses combined is therapeutic, not to mention the benefits of unplugging and sitting/ walking quietly in nature. Forest Bathing is not hiking a trail. It is slowing down, gettin rid of distractions and being fully present.
It’s about more than just reducing stress. There are multiple health benefits of forest bathing and studies to back them up.
While there are other modalities similar to Forest Bathing, the key is using as many senses as you can. Shintoism, is Japan’s indigenous religion. Japanese culture focuses on harmony with nature by slowing down and engaging fully with the senses.
While you can do guided Forest Bathing, you can go at it alone, any season. Find your spot, take it all in and honor what the forest has to offer.
This is a short read, packed with a lot of great information about forest, bathing, as well as sustainability of our ecosystem.
August 26, 2024
Great and Needed Reading
The book is a great how to to bring nature and the awareness of into our lives.
It clearly states the connection of our current daily lives and the need to embrace nature not only in the forest but in urban settings.
Excellent, clear, easy exercises to embed into our lives
The book is a great how to to bring nature and the awareness of into our lives.
It clearly states the connection of our current daily lives and the need to embrace nature not only in the forest but in urban settings.
Excellent, clear, easy exercises to embed into our lives
December 25, 2024
A short read. One of the few books I could find on Shinrin-Yoku that had specific techniques.
February 25, 2024
This book outlines the concept of forest bathing in a simple easy to understand manner. I really liked that the author added forest bathing in for those in urban environments as well as forest bathing for children and seniors.
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