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Your #1 comprehensive forest bathing resource library

 

Relax, recharge, and learn everything you can about forest bathing.

 

Hi you!

You’re a kindred spirit who loves spending time outside.

You want to…

  • Escape from the fluorescent lighting, synthetic materials, and insulation that trap you from the world outside your windows.
  • Take a break from all the impersonal static and frizz of your job or home–or your own head!
  • Rewild in the reverberations of the sun and grass and trees…

 

You just want to be outside.

 

Nature draws you in.

Work and technology push you away.

You want that windows open, barefoot, full expression of nature you enjoyed as a kid.

Something about nature magnetizes you.

But you also wish the time you spent in nature was more … meaningful.

You wish there was a way to be more intentional about it.

But you find yourself putting it off for more “important” things. You don’t get out there as much as you’d like to…

Maybe you’ve even heard about this whole shinrin-yoku, forest bathing thing and you want to know what it’s all about.

Maybe you already practice it or you’re a forest bathing guide, but you’d like to deepen your existing practice.

Well then, you’re in the right place!

We’re so excited to finally share the full forest bathing program with you!

The Forest Bathing Immersion Library has everything you need to know about forest bathing.

But more than that, this program is going to make spending time in the forest so much fun, so meaningful, and so fulfilling.

Forest bathing isn’t just a nice thing to try…

Well, it is, but …

Hard science shows us just how good forest bathing is for the body, mind, and soul!

  • Forest bathing hones your intuition.
  • Shinrin-yoku allows you to decompress in a profound way.
  • This nature practice makes you feel better and more alive!

You probably already know, deep breathing relieves stress.

But…

Deep breathing in the forest while grounding in the earth relieves stress in a deeply profound, lasting way.

This immersion program encapsulates that feeling you get when you open that first window in spring, when you drive with the windows down, when you touch your bare feet to the grass. (Can you feel that?)

Okay, wait, I know what a few of you are thinking already…

I can’t fit one more thing in my busy schedule!

Well then, you’re definitely in the right place, my frazzled friend. You need this program more than anyone. 

You’re like a cell phone battery that only ever charges up to an unnerving-red 20% that you’re supposed to make last all day.

You need to relax, plug back into that charger, and rest to ever see a solid green 100%.

The forest gives you that recharge.

 

Forest bathing isn’t just about sitting around idly in a forest or “wasting time” on a hike.

The Immersion Program gives you a clear objective each time you go out into nature. Each one cultivates a special experience and a renewed energy.

So each time you head out into the forest, it’s like a new adventure!

So, what exactly is the Forest Bathing Immersion Library?

The immersion program is a full library of forest bathing exercises that you can use to spend meaningful time in the forest. Each exercise gives you a specific intention while you’re out in the forest, so you get a different experience every time.

Each guided exercise comes with a printable PDF including a:

  • Full explanation of the invitation
  • Reflection quote or verse
  • Pocket field guide version of the invitation
  • Journaling page…

…just like you see in the free starter guide!

I’ve put a lot of time and attention into each and every one of these exercises and practiced them many times myself.

This program thrills me because I just love being in nature, and I know it doesn’t have to be boring or pointless! It can be a learning experience every time, an opportunity to hone your intuition and decompress. It’s enjoyable and enlightening! It’s beautiful and enriching!

I want to share the wonders of nature with you. You can learn so much there and it can transform you.

John Muir, Thoreau, and Ralph Waldo Emerson knew where it was at!

The Juicy Details

What do you get with the Forest Bathing Immersion Library?

Comprehensive Forest Bathing Immersion Guide pdf

Nature Journaling Guide 

 

33+ Guided Forest Bathing Exercises 

   

Thoughtful journal prompts for every exercise

BRAND NEW: Audio meditations for each forest bathing invitation, coming soon (11 done!)

Comprehensive Forest Bathing Field Guide

Get the backstory on forest bathing. Learn the strategy behind it. Figure out how and why to do it. You’ll also learn how to use the exercises and get the most out of them.

  • Where are the best places to go?
  • How exactly do you forest bathe?
  • How to use the guide.
  • What you need to get started.

Accompanying nature journaling guide

Meaningful journaling prompts to help you get more out of your practice.

This ain’t yo’ grandma’s attic diary, yo. It’s a grown-up discovery adventure with true purpose. Nature journaling will help you up-level your shinrin-yoku practice by a lot!

33+ forest bathing exercises

Most of them require a tree;)

Each exercise comes with:

  • A reflection verse to help you dig deeper into the exercise
  • A short explanation and backstory about the exercise
  • Step-by-step instructions on how to perform the exercise
  • Pocket-sized field guide you can cut up and take with you
  • Portable journaling card
  • A thoughtful, meaningful journaling prompt

Bonus Access to our Forest Bathing Central Facebook Group

You’ll have access to me for questions

I’ll be going Live in the group regularly to discuss nature topics such as

  • Forest bathing with children
  • How to train yourself to be a backyard naturalist
  • More quick nature invitations
  • How to prepare yourself for forest bathing

There are no other forest bathing forums out there.
This is where the discussion starts.
Our own kindred little forest bathing family.

 

Brand-new bonus!

*Note: as we develop new material, we add it to the Immersion Library. No matter what your religious affiliations, you’re welcome here. This particular material is Christian-based but the rest of the material has no religious content. We just thought we’d add as much material here as we can.

nature Bible studyNature Bible study

A 94-page interactive Bible study to deepen your relationship with God.

13 full Christian, nature-based studies

  • Reflection verse
  • Field work
  • Field notes
  • Guided internal work
  • Nature journaling guide

Read the full description of A Tree Planted Bible study here.

BRAND-NEW Audio Meditations!

Right now, we’re adding audio versions of each forest bathing invitation in the library. 

So far, we’ve added 11 invitations, with more coming soon!

(You might even see us adding them in real time).

Yes, I want this!

Here’s a Sneak Peek Inside….

how to forest bathe exercises

look inside forest bathing immersion library

forest bathing invitation

complete forest bathing library

Inside the Forest Bathing Immersion Library, you get the 33 exercises shown above.

When you click on one of those exercises shown above, you’ll be taken to a 3-page PDF download.

  • The first two pages are a full breakdown and explanation of the exercise.
  • The third page includes the pocket-sized version of the exercise and the journal card.
  • Underneath each exercise is a thought-provoking journal prompt.

If you’ve downloaded our starter guide, then you already have a good idea what these look like.

Once you purchase, you get access to these downloads–and all updates–for life!

If you’re interested in forest bathing, then this is
the everything-guide you need!

 

-You don’t need to hire a forest bathing guide.

-You don’t need to put yourself through a forest bathing certification program.

-You don’t need to hug a tree while others are watching.

 

You can start today, under a tree in your backyard, alone!

The most quality alone time you’ll ever spend.

 

 

Send it to me, please!

Who this program is for:

  • Anyone who loves spending time in nature.
  • Kindred souls who crave spending time in the forest and want to get more out of the experience.
  • City and country dwellers alike. Even if you live in a big city, you can do these exercises in a park.
  • Forest bathing guides who need some fresh perspective.

Who this program ISN’T for:

  • People who can’t possibly slow down and scoff at the idea of immersing themselves in trees (although if you took the time to consider it, I have a feeling it would change your mind;).
  • Anyone with ZERO access to a single tree.
  • People who are allergic to the sun.

Who’s Behind This Whole Thing?

Hey, I’m Jessica, I’m delighted to meet you!

When I first heard about forest bathing, I read everything I could get my hands on about it (which wasn’t much). I was intrigued. I’ve always loved nature.

Nature is at the essence of my very being and I loved the idea of playing in the forest with an actual intention.

Forest bathing seemed to be the perfect way to get more out of
my time in nature.

At different times in my life, I’ve been struck by anxiety, depression, and postpartum OCD.

THIS nature bathing program was a godsend when I was recovering. Mindfulness, time in the sun, and meditation help so much with mental health alone.

As I researched forest bathing, I saw that there really wasn’t anything out there about how to do it. Lots of articles cover the subject of forest bathing and the benefits of forest bathing, but no actual programs about how to practice it, unless you want to study to be a guide.

There aren’t any resources out there for the individual who wants to spend quality time in nature by themselves. And I don’t know about you, but there really aren’t any groups or guides in my home area. So, I decided to create this program for you…

The person who wants to spend more time outdoors, with a purpose.

  • The person who’s curious about this whole forest bathing thing and what one might get out of it
  • Anyone who wants to explore the forest for themselves
  • The person who doesn’t want to have to find and hire a guide
  • The nature lover who’s been looking high and low for more information about forest bathing

This one’s for you!

FAQ’s

Uh, this is called hiking, tyvm. Why would you call it anything different?

I get it. You’re haven’t found the difference between forest bathing and hiking in the woods. In my experience, the two are completely distinct. Forest bathing is not hiking. For one, hiking revolves around a destination and a speed related to getting there. Forest bathing has no particular destination and it’s more about meandering or sitting than fitness. While hiking, you probably only vaguely notice what’s happening around you. During forest bathing, you’re acutely aware of ev.ery.thing.

Isn’t this just some pretentious hipster millennial pretend play that you’re trying to make a “thing”?

Well, I don’t think there were any hipster millennials in 1980s Japan where this all started. Well, except the first ones being born, hehe. Even if it was some kind of subcultural trend, it still doesn’t detract from the fact that it’s enlightening, a thrill, right?

Shinrin-yoku was a thing before I was born. The Japanese get all the credit, not the hipsters. It’s not really about classification anyhow. It’s an experience that we should all get to enjoy. If it’s not your thing, that’s okay. You can guiltlessly click away.

Also, numerous studies provide evidence of the real inarguable physical and mental benefits of forest bathing. Shinrin-yoku is based cold hard fact, not pretension. If you’d like to see that proof, we compiled an entire resource about the science behind nature and forest bathing.

I’m a Christian. Is this program in conflict with my faith?

No! This program is not religious at all, but it certainly doesn’t go against Christian values. I’m a Christian myself, so I would never knowingly mislead anyone. This is simply a nature appreciation program. There is no worship of trees or belief in faeries here. No worries.

Also, if you’re interested, we’re in the process of creating a Christian nature experience program to help you dig deeper into your faith and Scripture while you enjoy the company of God’s living world. Stay tuned!

Do I need any equipment for this?

Nope. Not even shoes are required. And I would discourage more than the bare necessities anyhow. You just need an available space in nature.

I live in the city. I probably can’t do this then, right?

Yes, you can! Most of these shinrin-yoku exercises can be done in a park or in a patch of trees, if you don’t have access to an actual forest. The most profound experiences happen in the actual wilderness, true. But, you can nature bathe in the city. In fact, city-dwellers probably need this practice more than anyone!

 

Here, you might appreciate this: 7 Ways to Forest Bathe Without the Trees

What do I do when I’m done?

Keep practicing. Each time you go forest bathing is a brand new experience. You can try each invitation 100 times and have 100 different experiences. You can also stay updated in the Forest Bathing Central Facebook group where we post new ideas all the time. Also, we’ve updated and added new features to the Immersion Library several times since its inception. You never know what we might cook up next–and you get lifetime access to these updates!

Other sites recommend hiring a guide to go forest bathing? How come you don’t?

You can forest bathe alone. Who ever decided you couldn’t?

I actually think there are some major benefits of forest bathing alone. You can be completely uninhibited. If you’re an introvert like me, you can appreciate spending time alone. If you go with a group, you might not always get the full experience since you’re aware that others can see what you’re doing.

There are some benefits to having a guide and sharing your experience with others, sure. If a guide suits you, go for it. I wanted to make this as accessible as possible, guide or no. And you don’t need any outside resources to go forest bathing. Not even this program.

Can kids do this too?

Heck yeah! I do these with my own kidlets all the time! Forest bathing is a really great way to cultivate a sense of appreciation for nature from a young age. It’s also a great way to spend meaningful time with your kids, in nature, at the same time! Bring ’em along! You might need to modify a few things for them and keep them out of the poison ivy, but you already know that.

What is your refund policy?

Due to the digital nature of this program, immediate delivery, and low cost, no refunds can be issued. The exercises in this program are just like the ones in the starter guide. If you enjoyed those, you’ll LOVE these!

The Forest Bathing Immersion Guide itself is much more in-depth than the Starter Guide. Hopefully that gives you a better idea of what you’re getting. Make sure to watch the video above too for more details. If you are still unsure about anything or want more information before purchasing, go ahead and email me at JessicaM(dot)Collins(at)hotmail(dot)com and I’ll help clear anything up that I can.

The Investment:

We are so excited to be able to offer the Forest Bathing Immersion Library at the affordable price of $69.97.

That’s around $2 per exercise, and I can assure you, each exercise is far more valuable than $2!

 

Get it, NOW!

 

From my roots to yours,

~Jess

 

 

P.S. If you have any further questions, hit me up at JessicaM(dot)Collins(at)hotmail(dot)com or fill out the contact form below.