What is Forest bathing?
- An evidence-based wellness practice that began in Japan in the early 1980's, now a growing trend worldwide
- "Forest bathing" is a rough translation of the Japanese term shinrin-yoku; you may also hear it referred to as "forest therapy"
- A gentle walk, two to three hours long, during which your guide will offer a series of invitations to reconnect you with your senses and the natural world
- Unlike a hike, there is no destination and, unlike a naturalist walk, you'll gain knowledge through your senses not your intellect
- Research has shown multiple physiological and psychological benefits, from lowered blood pressure and boosted immune functions to an improved mood and increased creativity
YOUR FOREST THERAPY GUIDE
I was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. For almost 60 years, my family has lived in the same valley in which I now guide.
The early part of my career was spent in the professional theatre on the US mainland; later, back on O‘ahu, in marketing and communications. But I've always loved the outdoors. An avid hiker, I belong to the Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club and have trekked in the Grand Canyon and in Provence, France. I also practice Iyengar Yoga.
I received my forest therapy guide training and certification from the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy Guides & Programs and have now guided more than 50 walks. I am also certified in Wilderness First Aid (WFA).
I look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the forest and to forest bathing.
Aloha,
Phyllis
The early part of my career was spent in the professional theatre on the US mainland; later, back on O‘ahu, in marketing and communications. But I've always loved the outdoors. An avid hiker, I belong to the Hawaiian Trail & Mountain Club and have trekked in the Grand Canyon and in Provence, France. I also practice Iyengar Yoga.
I received my forest therapy guide training and certification from the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy Guides & Programs and have now guided more than 50 walks. I am also certified in Wilderness First Aid (WFA).
I look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the forest and to forest bathing.
Aloha,
Phyllis
