Forest Therapy Walk
During a forest therapy walk, a trained guide leads participants on a slow, mindful journey through a natural setting. The guide encourages participants to engage with their senses and notice the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of the forest. Participants may be invited to engage in activities such as gentle stretching, mindfulness exercises, and meditation.
Research has shown that spending time in nature can reduce stress, improve mood, boost immune function, and lower blood pressure. Forest therapy walks have become increasingly popular around the world as people seek natural ways to improve their mental and physical health.
Seated Meditation and Walking Meditation
Sated meditation is a form of meditation that focuses on the experience of satisfaction and contentment. In this practice, the meditator cultivates a sense of being "full" or "complete" in the present moment, rather than striving for a particular outcome or trying to fix or change anything. The aim is to develop a deep sense of inner peace and fulfillment, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety, improve mental clarity and focus, and promote overall well-being. Sated meditation can be practiced in various ways, including through mindfulness, gratitude, self-compassion, and other techniques that promote positive emotions and a sense of fulfillment.
