Develop Interoception for Resilience

A workshop to explore our own awareness of Interoception (sensing within the body). By entering the Forest Bathing state of calm, presence and focus, we can tune into these subtle sensations, which are often dulled in modern-day living. This can lead to overthinking, which is connected with mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.

Developing our inner senses is known to have powerful positive effects on our health and wellbeing, helping us recognise and regulate our emotions, and to communicate more effectively in our relationships.

You will take part in some simple Forest Bathing Invitations which help us focus on our inner sensations, and which can be adapted to any setting and audience. There will be opportunities for experiential, reflective and interactive learning as together we slow down, notice our own response to the activity, and discover the diversity of interoceptive responses within the group.

“My children have a variety of problems such as ASD, sensory issues, anxiety and depression. I believe it would be perfect therapy for them (and a great antidote to screen time!). My youngest already recognises how different he feels when outside.” Adult learner who was inspired to introduce her children to Forest Bathing.