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Life Kit · June 1, 2026 · 16m

Why spending time in the woods makes you feel calm

This episode explores the health benefits of forest bathing, a practice of spending time in the woods. Decades of research show it boosts the immune system, lowers blood pressure, and helps with depression. The episode provides practical techniques to maximize these benefits on your next walk in the woods. Originally published in 2023, it remains one of the most popular episodes of the Life Kit series.

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Canon

Decades of research show that spending time in the woods boosts the immune system, lowers blood pressure, and helps with depression.

Highlights

Practical techniques for forest bathing
The episode outlines specific techniques to maximize the health benefits of going into the woods.
Nature exposure is a low-cost, accessible health intervention
Forest bathing requires no special equipment or training, making it an accessible health practice.

Misc

This episode originally published August 24, 2023, and was re-aired due to listener demand.
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