Forest Bathing

Forest bathing is a simple yet powerful practice that involves immersing yourself in the natural environment of a forest.

It's about slowing down, being present, and engaging your senses to connect with nature on a deeper level. During a forest bathing experience, you enjoy a leisurely journey through the forest with prompts to observe your surroundings, breathe in fresh air and listen to the soothing sounds of nature. It's not about rushing or accomplishing anything specific; rather, it's about embracing the serenity and beauty of the forest.


How does Forest Bathing work?

As you immerse yourself in the forest, a sense of calm and relaxation replaces stress and rejuvenates mind and body. This therapeutic escape allows you to escape the busyness of everyday life and find solace in the tranquillity of nature.

Forest bathing is a gentle and accessible practice that anyone can enjoy, regardless of age or fitness level. It's an opportunity to reconnect with the natural world, restore your energy, and find inner peace.

Your forest bathing guide will offer nature connection activities structured in a carefully designed sequence. The goal is to create experiences that enhance nature connectedness and strengthen social relationships, boosting the therapeutic and restorative effects of nature for health and well-being.

Benefits to Body, Mind & Spirit

  • Sense of Peace

    A profound sense of calmness, tranquillity and gratitude.

  • Social Belonging

    Deeper sense of social bonding, confidence and empathy.

  • Positivity & Hope

    A greater sense of personal purpose, motivation and optimism.

  • Wellness & Wellbeing

    Boosted immune function & improved cardiovascular and respiratory health.

  • Time to Reflect

    Time to appreciate the beauty and rawness of nature.

  • Connected to Earth

    Experiences of awe & wonder that nurture a deeper connection.

  • Resilience & Self-Reliance

    Greater self-knowledge and ability to cope with different life stressors.

  • Initiating a Practice

    Tools and practices to take forward and integrate into lifestyles.

  • Gillian facilitated a life-changing event that I will take with me and share with my family.

    – Jo F, County Down

  • Lying down in nature is something you don't normally do. It was so peaceful.

    – Ciara B, Belfast

  • Gillian has such a lovely gentle energy which added to this wonderful experience.

    – Margaret O, Belfast

  • This experience shifted feelings within. Instead of running around shopping centres, I have everything I need in nature.

    – Geraldine O, County Down

Upcoming Events

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