Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness

I really enjoyed this unique book by a Japanese physician. It opened my mind to a lot of information about the importance of trees and forests for health and mental well being. It was an interesting and easy read, something that anyone could find beneficial, but especially lovers of nature. It was especially interesting how the Japanese have incorporated forest bathing into their lives, even though most of the population lives in crowded cities. The description of the parks in Japan as well as beautiful photos was fascinating and something I did not know existed in Japan. The author makes a good case that many woes such as anxiety, depression, stress and even illnesses could be alleviated with regular contact amongst trees and nature. Too many of us are stuck inside with our focus on electronic devices such as computers, Loads and cell phones. There are lots of tips here on how to benefit from a walk in the woods. I recommend this book, perhaps it will change how you see the natural world, I hope to incorporate these lessons in my life.

Very fast read on a cozy rainy night. I love the feelings I get from this book. I read it when Im traveling in my motorhome.

enjoyed this introduction to Forest Bathing. Qing Li has been with this development from the very beginning. This was a quick read to get some basics in place for further learning. Get this book, then get out in the woods!

Honestly, it's a great book and one of the best reads that I've picked up in a while. It starts off a bit slow, but after the first few pages, the information is really intriguing. The author talks mostly about how nature can help reduce anxiety and explains that there are a lot of forest bathing centers set up now in Japan. Not only that, but he also mentions the importance of urban green spaces in cities and urban areas. The benefits of essential oils are addressed and how using them in the winter when we are less able to get out can benefit our mood and health; truly a lot of information in this book. If you are into nature definitely get this book.

I really enjoyed this book a lot of what it stated I knew without knowing. Being raised in an outdoor family I've always felt much of Doctor Li describes. I do see a gap In my grandchildren's appreciation for the outdoors. I hope as they get older I can help them gain the appreciation that I have.

This book was a recommendation by my teacher while I was taking a course for Sylvotherapy to become a Sylvotherapist. This is by far the best text for the path of Sylvotherapy (Forest Bathing/Forest Therapy). This is a must read for anyone who loves nature, Mother Earth, spiritual paths and Sylvotherapy interests. Easy to read and understand. The author is highly respected and knowledgeable being the pioneer who grounded Sylvotherapy practices into modern day medicine. This is a MUST HAVE in your library in nature based practices.

This is an enjoyable read. It highlights the importance of time in nature. There is beautiful pictures as well.

Highly recommend the book and Forest Bathing in general :) Love how it incorporates actual studies and health markers. I gifted to a friend too and have hopes that this book will bring more people out to experience the healing powers of nature.

Easy to read and beautifully illustrated

I've ordered kindle version of the book. But after reading few pages on kindle, I realise that the book worth millions. Hence i ordered the hard copy of book and yes this worth it. Quality of the pages as well as the images is excellent. Must read book for all

Non servono enormi capacità di Comprensione inglese per leggerlo,il testo è ben spaziato e corredato da immagini che invogliano a continuare la lettura. I temi trattati sono inizialmente affrontati in maniera generale e narrativa, poi l'autore entra nel merito degli studi scientifici a supporto di queste tesi, e dà consigli e istruzioni per agire nella pratica quotidiana. La copertina rigida restituisce un ottimo feeling di qualità.

Good read to appreciate more the benefits of forest bathing. My guide, based on scientific research by Dr Qing Li.

Aesthetically gorgeous but light content. A nice coffee-table style treatise on Japan and Japanese forests, with somewhat practical advice for the WHY you should incorporate forest-bathing in your life, but not a whole of pith on the HOW part. Also, page 17 states that the name "sugi" for Japanese cedar comes from the Japanese words "mallugu-ki" which is the saddest and most pathetic proofreading excuse I have ever seen in a book about Japan. Do they not have knowledgeable fact-checkers familiar with the country go over this before printing? Come on!!! Penguin is a respectable publisher; do respectable work please. I hope this is corrected in future printings, if indeed any are run.