3 Benefits of Forest Bathing
We all know that being in nature is good for our wellbeing, but often we don't know how to slow down and just BE to receive all the healing, restorative gifts that nature has to offer.
What exactly is forest bathing?
Forest Bathing is a way of meaningfully moving through and being with the forest (or any natural setting). When forest bathing, our intention is to slow down, to notice, to feel, to be.
The practice originated in Japan in the 1980’s and has spread around the world, where it is interpreted across time and place by those who add their own unique spin to the guiding of the practice.
At Wyldight Walks, Sarah Schortz guides participants through 2-hour workshops with the intention to help them slow down and find that quiet, grounded peacefulness within themselves and nature that is available to all of us. Sometimes we just need a little help finding it.
Studies have shown that practicing forest bathing has measurable positive impacts on our wellbeing as humans.
“Into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.”
~ John Muir
3 BENEFITS OF FOREST BATHING
Forest bathing can benefit our physiological well being by improving sleep and energy, enhancing immunity, improving digestion and reducing inflammation and blood pressure.
Regarding mental wellbeing, forest bathing can help improve focus and memory, feed creativity, reduce anxiety and support relaxation.
Forest bathing supports emotional wellbeing by fostering a sense of connection to ourselves, nature, and our fellow forest bathers. Forest bathing helps us to feel more alive, more present and to tap into joy, awe and wholeness.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A WYLDLIGHT WALKS FOREST BATHING PROGRAM
Wyldight Walks are thoughtfully crafted to guide you into a peaceful state of being in a short amount of time.
During the two-hour, immersive experience, you will be guided through a series of relaxing activities designed to help you slow down, and mindfully engage with and explore the natural world through your senses while you discover new ways of being in and with nature.
Don’t worry, you don't have to hug a tree, unless you want to.
READY TO EXPERIENCE FOREST BATHING FOR YOURSELF?
Join an upcoming Wyldligtht Walks program
OR
Book your private experience for a small group or event.
Email Sarah Schortz for more info at Zan@thepsaltywild.com