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32 students
Nature Mindfulness: Reconnect, Slow Down & Heal with Forest
Ease anxiety and find calm through nature with the Japanese practice of forest bathing.
Created byWaking Woods
Last updated 1/2026
English
What you'll learn
- Understand the historical and cultural roots of forest bathing, including its origins in Japan as "Shinrin-yoku."
- Know the physical, mental, and emotional health benefits associated with forest bathing.
- Acquire practical skills for engaging in forest bathing, including mindfulness exercises, sensory awareness techniques, and breathing exercises.
- Develop an awareness of the ecological importance of forests and natural environments.
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Course content
5 sections • 16 lectures • 1h 25m total length
Requirements
- No prior experience with forest bathing or mindfulness is required.
- An open mind and willingness to slow down and engage with nature.
- An open mind and willingness to slow down and engage with nature.
- Comfortable clothing and walking shoes suitable for spending time outdoors.
- Optional: A journal, camera, or mobile device for reflection and sensory documentation.
Description
From Overwhelmed to Grounded — Discover the Practice That Brings You Back to Yourself
If you’ve been feeling constantly on, tired of screens, or struggling to slow down, this course will guide you to one of the simplest and most profound solutions: reconnecting with nature through the art of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku).
You don’t need hiking skills, special equipment, or access to deep wilderness. All you need is a few mindful moments — and a willingness to listen to the world around you.
Through this course, you’ll learn how to turn any park, garden, or nearby forest into a place of restoration, clarity, and calm.
What You’ll Learn
How to release stress and anxiety using the principles of shinrin-yoku
Simple nature mindfulness rituals for both forest trails and urban settings
How to engage all five senses and restore focus, sleep, and mood
The science behind nature’s healing effect on your body and mind
Step-by-step guidance to create your own forest bathing practice
Techniques to bring calm into your daily routine, even on busy days
Ways to share forest mindfulness with family, friends, or clients
This Course Is For
Anyone feeling overstimulated, anxious, or disconnected
People seeking calm and clarity without complicated meditation practices
Mindfulness teachers, therapists, and coaches integrating nature work
Anyone ready to make peace with stillness and rediscover balance
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Step into this quiet practice and let nature become your teacher.
Reconnect, breathe deeply, and remember what it feels like to be truly alive.
Who this course is for:
- People feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed who are looking for natural, evidence-based methods for relaxation.
- Nature lovers, hikers, or outdoor enthusiasts interested in deepening their connection with the environment.
- Anyone curious about improving mental and physical well-being through nature connection.