I Stood Barefoot in a Midwinter Forest — and Discovered the Power of Skin-to-Nature Contact
This personal story explores the quiet power of reconnecting with nature—skin to earth, moment to moment.
Tag Archive for: forest bathing
A Rainy Forest Stroll? Definitely! Tips for Enjoying It
Winters in Southern Finland are often rainy these days. See how you can enjoy the forest in rainy weather – it’s surprisingly wonderful.
The Soothing Silence of the Woods – Forest Bathing in a Finnish Spruce Forest
Silence. It’s a concept that has become increasingly rare in our daily lives. In a noisy world, I often find myself longing for places where the clamor of human activity is blissfully absent, replaced by the tranquil soundscape of nature, sometimes even absolute silence. Fortunately, in Finland, there are still many places where you can […]
The Healing Power of Pine Forests: Breathe in Health in the Finnish Woods
In front of me stretches a forest of pillar-like pines. These trees, some of the oldest among them bearing deep grooves and various holes in their thick bark, stand strong and steadfast like ancient guardians. In a Finnish pine forest, there’s a feeling of being at home, with nothing to fear. There’s lots of light, […]
The Finnish Secret: Embracing Nature for Better Health
I leap over a ditch from the roadside into the forest. The gentle energy of the trees’ embrace wraps around me in an instant. Although the sound of the road still reaches my ears, an invisible wall—a protective force field—has appeared between me and the mundane human world. On the forest side, with each step, […]
Sikosaari’s birdwatching tower and nature trail in Porvoo
Sikosaari (Pig Island) is situated in Porvoo river’s estuary, just over two kilometres from the centre of Porvoo. In the past, it has served urban dwellers as forestry land and pasture. The island is a part of Porvoo’s National Urban Park, which comprises a variety of significant historical areas and natural sites. The 1.5 kilometre […]
