Forest Bathing 101

Immerse yourself in the Japanese practice of forest bathing as Melanie Choukas-Bradley introduces its history and how-tos. Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, originated in in the 1980s as a restorative and meditative practice of connecting with nature and disconnecting from the distractions of daily life and has since become popular around the world. In this workshop, learn about the development and global enthusiasm for forest bathing as Choukas-Bradley guides you through techniques to incorporate this soulful practice into your life. She also shares tips on how to conduct your own forest-bathing walks using the environments around you, including your own backyard.

Choukas-Bradley, a certified forest therapy guide who has spent time in Japan learning the techniques of forest bathing and participating in walks with Shinrin-yoku guides, has led many walks for organizations in the Washington area, including Smithsonian Associates. She has authored several nature books including The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect with Wild Places and Rejuvenate Your Life and Resilience: Connecting with Nature in a Time of Crisis. Signed copies of both are available for purchase.

Book Sale Information

• Purchase your signed copy of The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect with Wild Places & Rejuvenate Your Life by Melanie Choukas-Bradley here.
• Purchase your signed copy of Resilience: Connecting with Nature in a Time of Crisis by Melanie Choukas-Bradley here.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Politics and Prose is offering a 10% discount to Smithsonian Associates ticket-holders. To claim your discount, enter the code SPECIAL10 (no space between letters and numbers) in the “Coupon discount” section on Politics and Prose's check-out page.

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