Adventure Into the Heart of Nature, A Forest Bathing Experience
Schedule
Sat Oct 19 2024 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location
Westside Park | Atlanta, GA
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Scientifically proven to reduce stress, boost mood, and enhance overall well-being, Forest Bathing offers a unique opportunity to unplug from the demands of modern life and embrace the healing properties of nature. Adventure into the heart of nature with our Forest Bathing Experience co-hosted by Trees Atlanta + Jess Pfeffer Holistic Event Planning. Led by certified forest bathing guide Dara Ashworth, this immersive session invites you to engage in mindful exploration amidst the greenery of an urban forest. Connect with the natural world as you partake in gentle exercises, deep breathing, and sensory awareness activities designed to foster relaxation and rejuvenation.Studies show that spending time with trees can benefit both your body and your mind. Immersing oneself in nature can reduce your blood pressure, decrease stress-related hormones such as cortisol, and elevate your mood. In the 1980s, the Japanese coined this experience “Forest bathing” or Shinrin-yoku. Join us for an opportunity to take a break from the hustle of our lives and spend some time in Atlanta’s forest.
About the Instructors: Dara Ashworth has a background in Cultural Anthropology/Sociology, but has since evolved to include the More Than Human World in her relationship with culture. She does this through work, play, and personal healing. Some of her roles include being a Certified ANFT Forest Therapy Guide (aka Shinrin Yoku), mom (bio, foster & adoptive with Wellroot), herbalist, forager, activist, and educator. Additional areas of interest include Trauma-Informed Healing, Mycology, gardening, environmental relationships, and grazing. She's honored to share DNA and this journey on Earth with the trees.
Jess Pfeffer started her career in public relations and event planning by being the director of a hotel and restaurant in Miami Beach. After some time there, she revisited her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Miami, in Elementary Education by becoming a teacher in the Miami-Dade School System. After five years, she decided to continue her own education by becoming a full-time student at Nova Southeastern University for her Masters in Mental Health Counseling followed by receiving her 200 RYT certificate. As a holistic event planner and conscious consultant, her business Jess Pfeffer Holistic Event Planning plans and hosts health and wellness experiences.
The Participant Fee for this event allows us to cover direct costs, including instructor fee and materials provided. Purchase ticket via the "Tickets" link on this event to receive specific meeting location details and any updates from the organizer.
All Trees Atlanta events are listed on our website Calendar of Events: https://www.treesatlanta.org/get-involved/events
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Where is it happening?
Westside Park, 1660 Johnson Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-8936, United States,Atlanta, GeorgiaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
