Comments on: The Healing Power of a Walk in the Woods

By: Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 16:53:00 +0000

I recently had a chance to walk through the woods and I’ve got to agree with the post here. It’s unfortunate that some of us can’t do this regularly

By: Mitch

Mitch — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 13:31:00 +0000

I know a walk in the woods does wonders for my attitude – its my decompression time. I see a difference in my kids and the conversations we have at the dinner table when that table is out on the deck surrounded by trees rather than in the dining room surrounded by walls.

By: edward

edward — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 01:45:00 +0000

Thanks Greg for the info on the positive benefits of walking in the WOODS!! I have been a woods person since I was young. Living in the city of Boston for 12 years has made me a WOODS addict!! It’s the most beautiful, relaxing, peaceful thing in my life!!!

By: Melhor Suplemento

Melhor Suplemento — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 18:36:57 +0000

Very good article!
The only benefit i knew is "decreased blood glucose levels in diabetic patients".
I didn't know about the other ones.
Thank you for sharing this!

By: Mw3Vid

Mw3Vid — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:27:00 +0000

Charming post. I find such comfort in nature, even in my small garden which is my oasis. Thank you.

By: Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Growth — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:35:57 +0000

This was an interesting read. I've had a few walks myself and indeed there is nothing better than the feeling of being with nature. Good job!

By: HealthNut

HealthNut — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:44:00 +0000

I have always thought that just spending some time in nature/woods on a regular basis will have major benefits for our health. The things I have noticed is that I feel so much calmer afterwards and I also feel more energetic. It’s a great feeling.

By: Ron

Ron — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 09:15:34 +0000

It is really refreshing to walk in the woods and I love nature. I hope that people will appreciate nature's beauty and what are the benefits that we get from nature.

By: Christina

Christina — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:24:09 +0000

A walk in the woods can sure be calming and relaxing…as long as there aren't mosquitoes trying to bite me. Then it only raises my stress level

By: jazzygal

jazzygal — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:28:01 +0000

A most refreshing article. I will appreciate my next forest walk even more!

By: Greg Seaman

Greg Seaman — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 14:24:54 +0000

Great comment Greg.
I also think the term 'forest bathing' is cool. These days it seems more important than ever that we find ways to slow down and take comfort in nature.

By: greg ascentive

greg ascentive — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 06:08:47 +0000

The concept of "forest bathing" is so cool and Japanese. I love that phrase, "forest bathing"!

I have recently been visiting with my parents out in the country a lot, and they live right next to a large wooded area — tall tress everywhere, wooded paths for walking along, etc. When you look up, all you see are treetops and when you look into the distance, I often spot large groups of deer. I've seen foxes, groundhogs, chipmunks, and all sorts of small woodland creatures.

This regular activity of taking long walks through the woods has had a noticeable effect on my mood. Getting away from the city and experiencing the calm of nature has been great for me.

Now if I could just put down the smartphone while I'm visiting with nature…..

Greg

By: Greg Seaman

Greg Seaman — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 16:09:27 +0000

Thanks Lorene. The Japanese researchers also found that any contact with nature has measurable benefits, even a poster of a forest on a wall has therapeutic value. Your small garden most likely offers more benefits than one may realize.

By: lorene

lorene — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:48:45 +0000

Charming post. I find such comfort in nature, even in my small garden which is my oasis. Thank you.

By: parma49

parma49 — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 16:16:00 +0000

great article…
your post gives me inspiration..
thanks a lot Mr. Greg Seaman