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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
LOCATION:Meet at the Arches
DESCRIPTION:Meet us under the arches at noon as we mindfully explore our n
 eighborhood's most immersive green spaces through a practice known as For
 est Bathing. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. RS
 VP is not necessary - just meet under the arches on Summit and we'll walk
  from there. Open to ALL students\, faculty\, and staff.\n\nForest bathin
 g\, or shinrin-yoku\, originated in Japan in the 1980s as a public health
  initiative to counter rising stress and urbanization by encouraging peop
 le to immerse themselves in nature. The practice involves mindfully walki
 ng or resting in a forest setting\, and engaging the senses to cultivate 
 presence and connection with the natural world. Unlike other types of out
 door exercise\, forest bathing emphasizes slowing down\, breathing deeply
 \, and noticing small details like the rustle of leaves or the scent of p
 ine. Research has shown that spending time in this way can reduce stress\
 , boost immune function\, and improve mood\, making it both a restorative
  wellness practice and a simple\, accessible way to deepen one’s relation
 ship with nature.\n\nhttp://next-to-u.app/events/065022fc-1507-4ea5-98ab-
 6771fd1100e9
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