The definitive guide to the therapeutic Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or the art and science of how Trees can promote Health and Happiness Notice how a tree sways in the wind.
Once you\'ve 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..
Qing Li, the world\'s 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.
In this beautiful book--featuring more than 100 color photographs from forests around the world, including the Forest therapy trails that criss-cross Japan--Dr.
As a society we suffer from nature deficit disorder, but studies have shown that spending mindful, intentional time around trees--what the Japanese call shinrin-yoku, or Forest bathing--can promote Health and happiness.
Take in its citrusy scent.
Run your hands over its bark.
The definitive guide to the therapeutic Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or the art and science of how Trees can promote Health and Happiness Notice how a tree sways in the wind
