“As I move slowly through the forest I notice the leaves of jewelweed whirling in different directions in the cool, sweet breeze; small bees flying, landing on a flower, drinking nectar, then flying to the next flower; the busy ants working together to carry various loads to their destination; a blue jay welcome call…”
“I notice that in the beginning I have to consciously slow myself down, that my mind and body are adjusting to a new pace. As the walk continues, my pace has adjusted, my mind and body have slowed down, and I feel so relaxed and happy that I don’t want the walk to end.” ~ Michelle Hickey
Jodi Trendler and I participated in Forest Therapy Guide training in June at the Morton Arboretum under the guidance of Amos Clifford and Maria Buitenhaus of the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy. The Resiliency Institute will be offering Forest Therapy walks this summer and fall and invites you to enjoy a walk in the woods to reduce your stress, connect with nature, and have new experiences.
To RSVP for a Forest Therapy walk, visit our course calendar.
