{"product_id":"wild-walking-a-guide-to-forest-bathing-through-the-seasons-hardcover","title":"Wild Walking: A Guide to Forest Bathing Through the Seasons - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMelanie Choukas-Bradley\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisconnect from the distractions of daily life and reconnect with nature with \u003ci\u003eWild Walking\u003c\/i\u003e, an enticing and comprehensive introduction to forest bathing--or s\u003ci\u003ehinrin-yoku\u003c\/i\u003e, in Japan.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFull sensory immersion in the beauty and wonder of nature and trees can produce \u003cb\u003emental, emotional, and physical health benefits\u003c\/b\u003e. Research has shown that forest bathing lowers blood pressure, pulse rate, and cortisol levels; improves mood; and may even boost our immunity to cancer and other diseases. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eWild Walking\u003c\/i\u003e invites you to experience the benefits of this healing practice for yourself. Learn the\u003cb\u003e history and background \u003c\/b\u003eof forest bathing, followed by \u003cb\u003edetailed instructions for establishing a forest bathing practice \u003c\/b\u003ein your own adopted \"wild home,\" encompassed in three steps: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e1. Disengagement from your daily routine\u003cbr\u003e2. Deep breathing and nature connection through a series of quiet activities or \"invitations\"\u003cbr\u003e3. Transitioning back to your daily life \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis restorative activity \u003cb\u003ecan be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities\u003c\/b\u003e: children, teenagers, and even senior citizens with limited mobility and people recovering from illness and surgery. And you don't need to travel to the Japanese alps to experience the benefits of forest bathing. \u003cb\u003eAll you need is a small patch of untouched (or lightly touched) nature\u003c\/b\u003e to adopt as your \"wild home.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWithin, find \u003cb\u003epractical tips and inspiration for forest bathing through the seasons\u003c\/b\u003e: in the winter, when the leafless trees open up new vistas; in the spring, when you can hear the melodious serenade of song birds as they nest in the newly formed green canopy; in the summer, watching the butterflies nectaring on wildflowers; and in the autumn, when you can catch glimpses of hurried squirrels storing food for the winter. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eWild Walking\u003c\/i\u003e introduces a variety of activities that can be enhanced with forest bathing elements, such as mindfulness practices, exercise, art and writing, and outdoor celebrations. Learn, too, how surrendering to the mysteries of nature can \u003cb\u003eprovide guidance through difficult times\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAs you find nourishment in nature, you will instinctively begin to wonder\u003cb\u003e how you can preserve and protect this healing resource\u003c\/b\u003e. This guide includes suggestions for tending to your \"wild home.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIllustrated throughout with \u003cb\u003eenchanting and immersive artwork\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWild Walking \u003c\/i\u003eis the perfect guide to enhancing your life with the wondrous world of nature.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMelanie Choukas-Bradley \u003c\/b\u003egrew up in rural Vermont wandering the woods and fields from an early age. She brought her love of nature to metropolitan Washington, D.C., where she lives with her husband, Jim. They have two adult children. Melanie is the award-winning author of several nature books, including \u003ci\u003eA Year in Rock Creek Park, Finding Solace at Theodore Roosevelt Island, City of Trees \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eResilience--Connecting with Nature in a Time of Crisis. \u003c\/i\u003eMelanie leads forest bathing walks, nature and history field trips, and tree tours in Washington, DC and the American West. She is a nature and forest therapy guide with certification from the Association of Nature \u0026amp; Forest Therapy Guides and Programs. She has traveled in Japan where she participated in forest bathing walks led by shinrin-yoku guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 8 x 5.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 04, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51763626934560,"sku":"9781577154631","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/d613b2acc1cc26e713e16d3020fed70a.webp?v=1780237393","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/wild-walking-a-guide-to-forest-bathing-through-the-seasons-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}