Forest Bathing

ABOUTFOREST BATHING

The definitiveand by far the most popularguide to the therapeutic Japanese practice ofshinrin-yoku,or the art and science of how trees can promote health and happiness

Notice how a tree sways in the wind. Run your hands over its bark. Take in its citrusy scent. As a society we suffer from nature deficit disorder, but studies have shown that spending mindful, intentional time around treeswhat the Japanese callshinrin-yoku,or forest bathingcan promote health and happiness.

In this beautiful bookfeaturing more than 100 color photographs from forests around the world, including the forest therapy trails that criss-cross JapanDr. Qing Li, the worlds foremost expert in forest medicine, shows how forest bathing can reduce your stress levels and blood pressure, strengthen your immune and cardiovascular systems, boost your energy, mood, creativity, and concentration, and even help you lose weight and live longer.

Once youve discovered the healing power of trees, you can lose yourself in the beauty of your surroundings, leave everyday stress behind, and reach a place of greater calm and wellness.

Hardcover
Published by Penguin Life
Apr 17, 2018| 320 Pages| 5-7/8 x 8-1/4

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