Shinrin-Yoku: The Art and Science of Forest Bathing Audiobook (Free)

Penguin presents the audiobook model of Shinrin-Yoku by Dr Qing Li, browse by Ramon Tikaram.

Shinrin = Forest

Yoku = Bathing

Shinrin-Yoku or forest bathing is the practice of hanging out in the forest for better wellness, happiness and a feeling of calm. A pillar of Japanese lifestyle for many years, Shinrin-Yoku is a way to reconnect with nature, from strolling mindfully in the woods, to a rest in your local park, to walking barefoot on your lawn.

Forest Medicine expert, Dr Qing Li’s analysis has proven that hanging out around trees and shrubs (even filling your house with house plant life and vaporising essential tree natural oils) can reduce blood circulation pressure, lower tension, boost energy, boost immune system and even enable you to lose weight. Together with his many years of ground-breaking study, anecdotes on the life-changing power of trees and shrubs, Dr Li provides here the practical methods for you to try Shinrin-Yoku for yourself.