It has long been thought that being outdoors in a natural environment could have a positive effect on one’s health and wellbeing. Recent years have seen a renewed interest surrounding the nature-health/wellbeing connection which has led to over 1,000 scientific studies, world-wide. We now have definitive proof that nature can, in fact, improve biomarkers and mental health outcomes.

As a child, I loved being outside all day until the fireflies and stars came out at night. As an adult, I have continued to embrace nature as part of my personal journey- decompressing at Muir Woods after intense medical testing, standing in a mountain stream as soon as I was cleared from major surgery, gardening daily, and “forest bathing” in the Cherokee National Forest as much as possible. (Click this link to learn more about forest bathing.) 

While not everyone feels the same level of connection to nature, reflective time spent among the trees in the natural world can have a positive affect. Even if you're not a client and don't plan on becoming one, I encourage you to create space in your week for some intentional, reflective time with nature. 

If you are a client (or will be soon), I encourage you to add your name to the waiting list for the next available retreat.


*What is forest bathing? It's when you immerse yourself in nature, being mindful to use your senses so you can take in the full experience. In doing so, you can gain benefit to your physical and mental health & wellbeing.