{"product_id":"9781577154631-wild-walking","title":"Wild Walking","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Guide to Forest Bathing through the Seasons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing present in a forest can produce mental, emotional, and physical health benefits; \u003ci\u003eWild Walking\u003c\/i\u003e is a simple antidote to our nature-starved lives.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWild Walking\u003c\/i\u003e invites you to experience the benefits of this healing practice for yourself. Learn the history and background of 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:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41701240209505,"sku":"9781577154631","price":8.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/stand_36416603_08d7a15d-0906-4470-b085-6d27522fd8a3.jpg?v=1759495545","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781577154631-wild-walking","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}