What are the benefits of connecting with Nature?
Nature offers us endless healing possibilities to assist in releasing stress, to help us become more present and to open up our senses becoming naturally ”mindful”.
It is vibrantly alive and full of sounds, smells, textures, tastes, lush greenery and visual delights. It is a wonderful space to SIMPLY BE and quite beneficial to practice Meditation, Mindfulness, relaxation or conscious connection to the intelligence and wisdom of our beautiful planet.
New scientific studies, many emerging from Japan investigating the effects of “Forest Bathing”-simply being immersed in nature, show measurable changes to our bodies and minds. Benefits documented included improved mental health (decreased salivary cortisol stress levels), increased immune system function from organic compounds that trees emit called phytoncides, decreased high blood pressure, improved recovery from illness, increased goodwill to others and improved concentration and creativity.
Modern life is full of stimuli that can trigger a stress response. The restorative power of nature has been proven to help regulate our nervous system, creating a response of feeling energised, refreshed and a general sense of wellbeing. It is clear that our bodes still regard nature as harmonious and our home!
Classes/Events
Throughout the year i offer a variety of group or individual Forest nature immersion sessions in Macedon. These can be:
- General Meditations out in nature
- Forest nature bathing/walks for Mindfulness and stress reduction in mind, body and spirit
- Nature connection Meditations
- Increasing connection with Mother Earth and nature spirits
I am happy to provide this for group bookings or individuals.
Nature Connection Walk
Meditation, Mindfulness…immerse yourself in the sensory delights of the forest and the earth with increased awareness in a way like never before! Experience what Winter truly offers us.
Studies show being in nature reduces stress, increases creativity, lifts mood and improves wellbeing.
Reconnect and synchronise with the spiritual energies of the Natural world.
This is a slow gentle walk, focused on principles of Mindfulness and Forest Bathing -very different from chatting with friends or the usual brisk walk we do whilst in our busy minds!
Located in Macedon Ranges
This will be a group of 10.
Please contact me if you are interested in hearing more or if there are no current classes/dates listed here.