You’re in the woods. You take a deep breath and just listen. No headphones, no conversation; you’re alone with the wind rustling the trees, the smell of the oak and — oh yeah — a guide. In the past ...

That’s the essence of forest bathing or shinrin-yoku, a concept introduced in 1982 by director of the Japanese Ministry of ...

Bluebells bloom across a small forest in Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom. Studies show that forest bathing in woodlands such as this can boost physical and mental health. Photograph by Alex ...

Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, involves mindfully connecting with nature to improve well-being. Research suggests spending time in nature can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and improve mood.

Older adults over 60 can go on a “forest bathing” hike with a Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks volunteer naturalist at 10 a.m. April 24 on the Shanahan Ridge Trail, which is accessed from Lehigh ...

Forest bathing is changing how people vacation and recharge, replacing packed itineraries with intentional time in restorative outdoor settings. Forest walks and soft trails have gained worldwide ...

Those interested in trying forest bathing, a meditative, often spiritual experience set in nature, can try out this new trend Sunday. First-Plymouth Church is offering a guided, one-hour experience at ...