
Forest Bathing, The Mindful Art of Healing Through Nature Immersion
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku in Japanese, is a therapeutic practice that involves mindfully immersing oneself in a natural forest setting—not for exercise or hiking, but to quietly observe, breathe, and connect with nature. Unlike a simple walk in the woods, forest bathing invites participants to slow down and engage all five senses. Backed by scientific…