Medicine Walks
Feeling depleted, downhearted or disconnected? Need to be more centered or clear? Seeking guidance or insight?
Begin a medicine practice in nature with this introduction into a model for sacred time in the wilderness. Take away
a deeper commitment and connection to yourself and your place in the natural world.
Begin a medicine practice in nature with this introduction into a model for sacred time in the wilderness. Take away
a deeper commitment and connection to yourself and your place in the natural world.
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Benefits
Studies have shown that evergreens breathe a chemical into the air that helps relieve stress, decrease depression and support the immune system. In Japan -- where walking in the woods is called shinrinyoku, which means "taking in the atmosphere of the forest" -- researchers found these improvements occurred with as little as two 15-minute strolls in the trees. Our Walks Our medicine walks introduce you to a way of being in the wilderness that helps you absorb its therapeutic benefits. Walking in the beauty and peace of the trees can elevate your mood, relieve anxiety, renew your energy, and provide insight and wisdom. The experience begins from the sacred circle of a Native American medicine wheel and a guided meditation that orients us to the elements and powers of the natural world in and around us. We introduce mindful walking and a way of listening to and imagining with our surroundings. We then move into walking or sitting in the cleansing, soulful, wisdom of outer and inner nature. We close our time in the trees by gathering again to reflect on our experience and share ways to incorporate what you have gained into your life. |
Medicine Walk Dates
Schedule a walk on a day that works for you. Allow for 5 hours, not including travel time. Tuition
$50 per person (Includes snacks and one vegetarian/vegan meal) If you are scheduling for a group, $35 per additional person (limit 6 people). Location On national forest land near Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park. |
To schedule or find out more contact:
Rebecca at 916.751.9000 or email retreats@soulandearth.com
Rebecca at 916.751.9000 or email retreats@soulandearth.com
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