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Books you may enjoy!

Following is an assortment of books on the topic of forest bathing, nature art and the healthy benefits of spending time in nature.

>> Please note - the images and text of each is linked to the Amazon listing of the book. The links are simply meant to direct you to more information about the publication, not for the purpose of sales. I encourage you to explore local independent businesses if you are considering purchasing. Thank you!

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Your Guide to Forest Bathing: Experience the Healing Power of Nature
(Expanded Edition)

M. Amos Clifford

Learn about guided forest bathing practices and discover the healing power of nature as you explore the natural world.

Written by the founder of The Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides, one of the world's most experienced forest bathing experts.

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Shinrin-yoku - The Japanese Art of Forest Bathing

Yoshifumi Miyazaki

Yoshifumi Miyazaki, professor, researcher, deputy director of Chiba University’s Center for Environment, Health, and Field Sciences in Japan explains the science behind forest bathing and explores the many health benefits. He also teaches how to bring the benefits into the home.

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The Joy of Forest Bathing

Melanie Choukas Bradley

Learn the history and background of forest bathing as well as detailed instructions for the practice and tips for enjoying it in all seasons and by all ages. Discusses activities that are enhanced by forest bathing such as mindfulness, writing, art, exercise. The author is a certified forest therapy guide.

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Forest Bathing with Your Dog

This brings together the deep connection we have with our dogs and nature by incorporating our dogs’ natural ways with the practice of forest bathing. It’s also a story about your relationships with your dog, the forests you walk in, and the land you live on. Nadine Mazzola is certified by and a trainer with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides .

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Healing Trees: A Pocket Guide to Forest Bathing

Part spiritual guide and part practitioner’s handbook, this is intended as an easy approach to forest bathing and designed to take on forest bathing walks. Ben Page is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and also served as their Director of Training for four years.

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Wild Calm - Finding Mindfulness in Forest Bathing

Joan Vorderbruggen

Joan Vorderbruggen is certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides. Her book was written to help readers experience the practice. It includes questions for journaling, creative exercises, insight from the author and inspirational art work.

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Creating Ephemeral Woodland Art for a Deeper Nature Connection

While spending time in nature, allow time to gather natural materials and be creative with them. It can further deepen the connection with the natural world. It. is an opportunity to use hearts, minds and hands to express feelings and honor sense of place at a special moment in time. Brenda is a certified forest therapy guide.

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Mindfulness in Nature

Nina Smiley, PhD

From the Introduction, "...this book seeks to provide inspiration and to suggest simple actions that will help weave the power of mindfulness and of nature into daily life." The authors use quotes and inspired exercises to explain how to use nature as a meditation practice.

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The Healing Magic of Forest Bathing

Through simple invitations to slow down, walk in silence, cultivate tree energy, and connect with the sun and forest, this book enables you to incorporate the inspiring benefits of time spent in nature--a calm mind, renewed energy, boosted creativity, and inner peace

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The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative

Florence Williams

Published in 2017, but still very much a leading publication. It looks at worldwide studies on the effects of spending time in nature. Williams investigates the science where mood, health, creativity and environment meet to uncover the power nature has to produce positive effects on the brain and our health.

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Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature-Deficit Disorder

First published in 2005, expanded in 2008, this book woke up the world to the fact that lack of time in nature has detrimental effects on children. It highlights research indicating that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy development and for the physical and emotional health of children and adults. It offers practical and simple solutions.

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