Forest Bathing South Cheshire, North Staffordshire
What Is Shinrin Yoku or Forest Bathing?
The definition of Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is the act of spending time in a forest and opening your senses to the natural surroundings to experience feelings of peace and wellbeing. Enabled through various activities.
Health Benefits of Shinrin-Yoku
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Increased natural killer cell count and improved immune system function
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Reduced blood pressure
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Improved sleep
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Higher energy levels
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Improved mood
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Increased concentration
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Faster recovery from illness or surgery
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Decreased stress
These are just some of the scientifically proven benefits
Mental Health
1 in 4 of us is going to suffer from mental health issues at some point, that’s a huge number so it’s really important to safeguard our sense of wellbeing and resilience for good mental health. We can all benefit from forest bathing.
Helen Stokes-Lampard from the Royal College of GPs advises that "getting outside can have a really positive impact on health".
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Public Walks
Wednesday Walks 10 - 11.00am Starting from All Saints Church carpark in Church Lawton. With optional talking circle afterwards from 11.00 til 11.30. Term times.
Winter Term - 6 sessions - Jan 8th to February 12th inclusive.
Please note: I am also planning a Tuesday & weekend sessions the venue and times to be confirmed.
Create Your Own Walk! For groups and organisations. DBS Checked
Looking for something different to celebrate a birthday, or for that matter, any special event? Transition into a new life feeling healthier, less stressed and happier after a calming walk through a beautiful natural setting with me as your Forest Guide. This walk is like no other as it is specially personalized for the celebrant!
For a beginners guide to forest bathing see my article.
For an introduction in to the scientific evidence for Forest Bathing benefits read my article.
About Me
As a person with a disability I am sensitive to the needs of others. If you have any questions please do get in touch. A qualified artist and teacher BA Hons PGCE. I gained my PGCE in Art and Design with Counselling as my second subject specialism with a passion for nature, art, history and culture. I have since worked as a teacher, artist and coach for over twenty years.
I ‘apprenticed’ myself a long time ago to the land. I am a Cheshire native, born and bred, growing up in the countryside a mile off the nearest road and spent my time in the local woods and meadows around my home.
During this time, I have worked with a wide range of people and groups including teens with severe emotional and behavioural difficulties. Young people and adults with psychiatric and/or psychological difficulties. I have worked with young offenders in prison. I have worked with everyone, from children in care through to adults with successful lives. From people with chronic low self-esteem and confidence to those who have achieved all they want in life. I have helped all kinds of people from education refusers in school, adults with learning difficulties, people with non-typical neural pathways including autism, those with mental health difficulties through to enthusiastic retirees. I am able to work with groups and communities such as mental health groups as well as one to one.
I am the founder of Ancient and Sacred Trees which has over 41,000 members and rising daily. It's mission is PlanetTree healing through PositiviTree for CommuniTree. You are welcome to join us.