Forest Bathing in the Age of Covid-19
How to reconnect with nature, and stay connected to one another, in this time of extreme social distancing.
Forest Bathing in Minnesota – MPR interview
Silvae Spiritus Co-Founder Leigha Horton was recently featured on Minnesota Public Radio detailing the benefits of forest bathing!
Forest Bathing ~ The Art & Science of Shinrin Yoku ~
Forest Therapy, also known as Shinrin-Yoku, refers to the practice of spending time in forested areas for the purpose of enhancing health, wellness, and happiness. The practice follows the general principle that it is beneficial to spend time bathing in the atmosphere of the forest. The Japanese words translate into English as “Forest Bathing,” or “taking in
Biophilia hypothesis: an evolved positive emotional response to nature
What if the urge you feel to connect with nature was more than simply a response to the abundant distractions and stresses of your modern urban lifestyle? What if it actually represented an innate human tendency, one you happen to share with every other person on the planet? This line of thinking, a hunch which