Originating in Japan, the practice of Shinrin-yoku , or forest bathing, has demonstrated that inhaling phytoncides (airborne chemicals produced by plants) boosts the human immune system. These chemicals increase the activity of Natural Killer (NK) cells, which help the body fight off infections and cancer. A commitment to a nature and outdoor lifestyle is, in essence, a preventative healthcare strategy.
There is a specific kind of peace found in the simplicity of survival: staying dry, staying warm, and eating a hot meal under the stars. It resets your definition of "stress." Suddenly, a delayed email seems trivial compared to the awe of a mountain range. Originating in Japan, the practice of Shinrin-yoku ,
Leave your phone in your pocket—or better, in the car. The outdoor lifestyle is compromised by the "ping." If you must bring it for safety, turn it to airplane mode. The goal is presence, not Instagram documentation. There is a specific kind of peace found