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Grounding in Forest Bathing
‘Grounding’ is a phrase that I have heard used quite often in relation to Forest Bathing and Forest Therapy, but it can mean two different things depending on the context in which it is used, as we are going to explore here. It can both be a way of helping you to gain some distance from your thoughts, feelings, and memories by bringing you back to the present moment; and connecting yourself to the Earth (Earthing) through direct contact.
Forest Bathing and Mindfulness
Forest Bathing is often referred to as a ‘nature-mindfulness’ practice in which people are encouraged to ‘mindfully take in their environment using their different senses’ but there are a number of characteristics that differentiate Forest Bathing from Mindfulness, as described here.

