Tag: mental health

  • Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku)

    Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku)

    Forest bathing, or “Shinrin-yoku,” is a Japanese practice involving mindful immersion in nature to enhance mental and physical well-being. Benefits include reduced stress, improved mood, and boosted immune function. This practice involves slowing down, engaging the senses, and being present in a forested environment.

  • Stoicism

    Stoicism

    Today I stumbled on the topic of Stoicism and decided to read up on it, thanks to ChatGPT. Here is what I learned. Stoicism, an ancient Greek philosophy, has seen a resurgence in modern times due to its practical approach to dealing with life’s challenges. Founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium in the early…