Tree therapy
Trees are strange and complex organisms that are in
have calming effects on the central nervous
ways, in a world of their own. They are in abun-
system .
dance around us most of the time but we forget
have grounding effects.
their importance all to easily!
reduce stress hormone production.
They help reduce noise pollution. At one point they
improve sleep quality.
provided us with materials for tools and shelter! Whilst trees are continually giving, you may not be aware of what an impact they have on your wellbeing! There are some cultures that have recognized this. For the Japanese, religion is founded on a profound
All in all, exposure to nature has been shown to re-
respect and love for nature, trees are more than
duce several markers for stress. As little as 20
just plants. In fact, they even have a term for the act minutes every couple of days or so too! of spending time with trees, “Forest Bathing”. Clini- Trees have effects on just about every aspect of cally proven to:
your being, from the natural colours of the forest
lower heart rate .
having relaxing effects on mood, to the chemicals
reduce blood pressure.
they release being good for immune support. Trees
reduce stress.
are a natural resource that not everyone knows is
boost the immune system.
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