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Forest bathing
What is forest bathing Shinrin Yoku?
Forest bathing is the conscious act of staying in the forest without any particular destination, spending time in nature and using the healing effects of the forest on the body, mind and soul.
Shinrin Yoku is the Japanese word for forest bathing, which means immersing yourself in the forest atmosphere and staying there. It is also known as forest therapy.
What is forest bathing all about?
It's about connecting with nature through all our senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell and touch and fully immersing ourselves in the colors, shapes, smells and sounds around us.
We move mindfully, slowly and without following a specific route; only a few kilometers are covered in 2 to 2 ½ hours.
It's more about getting involved in the details of this journey than moving towards a specific destination. In doing so, we absorb the life energy of the forest in all its facets.
What exactly are we doing?
I make forest bathing a special experience, firstly, because of my psychological background. I also sense intuitively where the group is and which exercises exactly this group needs right now. If they need more relaxation, motor skills support or even just instructions on transformative breathing techniques, I find out from the group's energy field.
On the other hand, I incorporate elements from traditional Chinese medicine, energy medicine or other holistic healing methods. We do imagination exercises, guided meditations and much more, let yourself be surprised.
What is it good for?
Forest bathing was already scientifically researched in Japan in the 1980s and was even prescribed, and to date numerous studies have been conducted on the physiological and psychological effects of Shinrin Yoku on the human body.
The result in one sentence: Forest bathing has an extremely positive effect on the nervous, hormonal and immune systems. (The sympathetic nerve activity, which increases under stress, decreases during forest bathing. The parasympathetic nerve activity, which increases during relaxation, increases. The stress hormones adrenaline, noradrenaline and cortisol decrease. Blood pressure decreases, the pulse rate decreases and the number of killer cells and anti-cancer proteins increases. This means that the immune system is strengthened.)
Reduces stress, regulates blood pressure, lowers the pulse, produces tumor-eating cells, and absorbs plant fragrances such as terpenes (anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antimicrobial).
Promotes mindfulness, creativity, motor skills, resilience and the ability to concentrate.
Overall, forest bathing has a mood-enhancing effect, an inner and outer calm sets in, you feel refreshed, more emotionally stable and have less anxiety. This effect lasts for at least a week.
Who is it suitable for?
For people who have experienced burnout, depression, anxiety, panic attacks or even just stress.
The same applies to people who are not able to feel themselves well, who cannot sense their limits and who can quickly become overwhelmed. They have to bear a lot of responsibility and manage groups and companies. Seniors, children and mothers.
Where?
Various forest areas in the Munich area
Forest bathing can be done anywhere in the world, whether it is hot or cold; whether it is raining, sunny or snowing.
Can I do this in the city park?
There, too, increased activity of the parasympathetic nervous system was measured, as was a slightly lower pulse rate and an increased feeling of well-being. However, an increase in cancer-fighting killer cells could not be detected in the participants of this study in the urban environment.
How did I get here?
I have always loved and passionate about the forest. I felt connected, free, safe and at home there. My heart always filled up after a stay in the forest and now I have made this my heart's project. I hope to remind lots of people where we/they come from...