The Japanese have a word for it-Shinrin-Yoku or Forrest bathing. The Japanese believe it is important to make an effort to regularly connect with nature. Feng Shui loves a balanced being, and this is a perfect way to balance the body and soul. Get your nature on!
| The scientifically-proven benefits of Shinrin-yoku include: -Boosted immune system functioning, with an increase in the count of the body’s Natural Killer (NK) cells. -Reduced blood pressure -Reduced stress -Improved mood -Increased ability to focus, even in children with ADHD -Accelerated recovery from surgery or illness -Increased energy level -Improved sleep Just as impressive are the results that we are experiencing as we make this part of our regular practice: -Deeper and clearer intuition -Increased flow of energy -Increased capacity to communicate with the land and its species -Increased flow of eros/life force -Deepening of friendships -Overall increase in sense of happiness |