In this episode of the Soul Aligned Self Care Podcast, I sit down with Beth Mowry, a certified Forest Therapy Guide and founder of the Awen Center in the Catskills. Beth shares how forest therapy, also known as forest bathing, helps us reconnect to nature, lower stress, boost immunity, and find perspective in our fast-paced, tech-driven world.
We explore:
🌲 The difference between a Forest Therapist and a Forest Therapy Guide
🌲 How spending just two hours in nature can lower blood pressure, reduce cortisol, and improve creativity
🌲 Why community and connection are at the heart of the Awen Center’s mission
🌲 How city dwellers can still create meaningful connections with nature
🌲 The power of rituals, community celebrations, and women’s circles for healing
Beth also shares the story of Great Great Grandfather Pine, an elder tree on the Awen Center property that holds a deep presence and reminds us of our interconnectedness with the natural world.
This episode is packed with inspiration on how to create grounding, peace, and belonging through both nature and community.
🌿 Website: Awen Center The Awen Center
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