Jungle Bath

Jungle Bath

Shinrin-yoku (Japanese: 森林浴, 森林 (shinrin, “forest”) + 浴 (yoku, “bath, bathing, also known as forest bathing, is a practice or process of therapeutic relaxation where one spends time in a forest or natural atmosphere, focusing on sensory engagement to connect with nature.

The practice has gained popularity across the United States, particularly in California.

Shinrin-yoku can be seen as similar to other east-to-west health trends, such as yoga and meditation, in that it has been linked to numerous health benefits and can be practiced solo, guided, or with others.

It involves using all five senses and letting nature enter through those senses. Some examples of exercising this can include:

Listening to forest sounds, i.e. birds and insects.

Touching the ground, the trees, and the leaves.

Smelling the flowers and other essential oils of the plants and trees.

Observing the surroundings and scenery.

Tasting the crispiness of the air while breathing.

Benefits – improves your immune system, mental health and mood improvement, and reduces blood pressure and stress.

Nature is very conducive for spiritual unfoldment.