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Forest Bathing Encourages Connection Amid Global Anxieties

3/23/2026

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Claire Jefferies participates in forest bathing at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, North Carolina, guided by forest therapy expert Shawn Ramsey amid global anxieties such as the war in Iran and rising gas prices.
Shawn Ramsey guides participants in meditation and nature exploration.
Jefferies notes the experience fosters appreciation for others and highlights interconnectedness with the environment, stressing that recognizing our actions' impact on the world is vital.

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Claire Jefferies participates in forest bathing at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum in Raleigh, North Carolina, guided by forest therapy expert Shawn Ramsey amid global anxieties such as the war in Iran and rising gas prices.
Shawn Ramsey guides participants in meditation and nature exploration.
Jefferies notes the experience fosters appreciation for others and highlights interconnectedness with the environment, stressing that recognizing our actions' impact on the world is vital.