I have always found going for a walk in the woods to be wondefully theraputic. Over the years it has become an essential part of my self-care routine. Walking in the woods, no matter what the weather is like, helps to clear my mind, provides deeper access to my intuition, and eases my heart. 

A few years ago, I discovered a Japanese term, Shinrin Yoku that completely describes the therapy of walking in the woods.  It has been translated into english as Forest Bathing - taking in the forest atmosphere.  

Studied Benefits (from The Shinrin Yoku Organization) of Forest Bathing include:

• Boosted immune system functioning, with an increase in the count of the body's Natural Killer (NK) cells. (Research Study)

• Reduced blood pressure

• Reduced stress (Research Study)

• Improved mood

• lowered Cortisol ( Research Study )

• Increased ability to focus,

• Helped with ADHD

• Accelerated recovery from surgery or illness

• Increased energy level

• Improved sleep

Forest Bathers also have reported:

• Deeper and clearer intuition

• Increased flow of energy

• Increased capacity to communicate with the land and its species

• Increased flow of eros/life force

• Deepening of friendships

• Overall increase in sense of happiness

Looking Deeper - Research & Articles on Forest Bathing

• The Science of Forest Therapy

• The Shinrin Yoku Organization

• New York Times: The Claim: Exposure to Plants and Parks Can Boost Immunity

• BBC Does outdoor play help keep the doctor away?

Conclusion

Go for a walk in the woods!!!! You will feel even better than you already do!!!

Love,

Lance