7/17/2023

151. FOREST BATHING: skogsterapi med Clifford Amos (English)

This episode of Biohacking Girls podcast features an interview with Clifford Amos, a leading expert in forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku, a practice that involves immersing oneself in nature to improve health and well-being. Amos discusses his background, the origins of forest bathing, the differences between the Japanese and American approaches, and the benefits of this practice for mental and physical health. He emphasizes the importance of slowing down, engaging all senses, and being present in nature to experience its transformative power. The hosts, Alette and Monika, share their personal experiences and discuss how forest bathing can help address stress and rumination, offering an alternative to more invasive treatments.

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Mentioned in the episode

Forest Bathing 

A practice of immersing oneself in nature to improve health and well-being.

Shinrin-yoku 

The Japanese term for forest bathing.

Amos Clifford 

A leading expert in forest bathing and the founder of Creek Dharma Center.

Creek Dharma Center 

A center founded by Amos Clifford that focuses on Buddhist philosophy and practices.

Your Guide to the World of Buddhism 

A book written by Amos Clifford on Buddhist philosophy.

Santa Barbara 

A city in California where Amos Clifford grew up.

Mission Canyon 

An area in Santa Barbara where Amos Clifford spent his childhood.

Sierra Nevada 

A mountain range in California where Amos Clifford worked as a wilderness guide.

Outside Magazine 

A magazine that published an article on forest bathing in Japan.

Florence Williams 

The author of the article on forest bathing and the book The Nature Fix.

The Nature Fix 

A book by Florence Williams about the benefits of nature for human health.

Shinden-yoku 

The Japanese term for forest bathing, which is a practice of immersing oneself in nature to improve health and well-being.

ANFT 

The Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, an organization that promotes forest bathing.

NPR 

National Public Radio, a radio network that aired a segment on forest bathing.

National Geographic 

A magazine and media company that covered forest bathing.

Madison Square Park 

A park in New York City where Amos Clifford has guided forest bathing sessions.

Harvard Medical School 

A medical school where one of Amos Clifford's trainees is a physician and teaches.

Hawaii 

A state in the United States where Amos Clifford had a forest bathing experience while snorkeling.

Ralph Metzner 

A prominent figure in psychedelic therapy and exploration who participated in a forest bathing series led by Amos Clifford.

Ketamine therapy 

A therapy that uses ketamine to treat depression.

Miyazaki 

An author whose book on the science of forest bathing is recommended by Amos Clifford.

Rumination 

A mental process where one gets stuck in negative thoughts and emotions.

Yorkshire 

A region in England where a forest bathing guide training immersion and gathering will be held.

Biohacking 

A practice that involves optimizing one's biology and health.

Earthing 

A practice that involves connecting with the Earth's energy by walking barefoot.

Sympathetic nervous system 

The part of the nervous system that is activated during stress and fight-or-flight responses.

Parasympathetic nervous system 

The part of the nervous system that is activated during rest and relaxation.

Ketamine 

A medication used in ketamine therapy for depression.

Participants

Host

Alette

Host

Monika

Guest

Amos Clifford

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