Hug a tree
Don’t underestimate the healing power of nature. Go hug a tree when you feel stressed, or at least sit under one, and see how your spirits are lifted. However, if you find that you are unable to relax under a tree, seriously consider seeing a therapist because that is an indicator that you are not in a healthy space. We need to spend some time with nature, whether walking, sitting or just observing what her creatures do to past the time. That in itself is a healthy activity, bringing on much needed relaxation.
in my thirties and forties, life was so hectic
nevertheless, I managed to attend
personal enlightenment courses and workshops
at one we were taken outside into the bush
and it was recommended after a short walk
that we hug a tree
I co-operated, although at first I felt foolish
need I say that as I embraced the tree
I was overcome by a feeling of bliss
unbelievable though it was I did not
question the experience again
and whenever I can I go up to a tree
and touch and stroke it, feeling the bliss
out in the bush I even manage to hug trees
because out there no one will think I’m nuts
if I hug one tree or more
I wonder if the trees feel as good as we do
when we hug them
try it someday and see for yourself
if you haven’t done so already