Join us for our last sessions of the season at Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park, Loveland Colorado
"I'd never seen the western side of the park- it's PERFECT for forest bathing! Lovely location."
"Once I disconnected and tuned in to my surroundings I was able to see/smell and feel more than I ever had in years of going to the park. Showing me how to cup/look through my hands added another level of experience. It was very helpful having the guidance on remembering to breathe and be present. Sharing the knowledge of the environment was very helpful and enlightening. The entire session was helpful but the reminder to breathe and release while connecting to my surroundings was the most helpful to me."
"The conscious exploration and focus on each of the senses was powerful, and the meditation session at the end was a PERFECT way to channel all that energy and consciousness. I was wishing I could buy a recording of that meditation so I could do it regularly."
"I was so in my head at the beginning of the session. Only after about 30 minutes did I start feeling present...then blissed out. So in the beginning, it wasn't a matter of feeling disengaged. It took me awhile to drop into my heart."
"Slowing down and being quiet to allow my senses to fully engage was a new experience. Even though I've been hiking for many years and do stop to appreciate the environment and take pictures, I'm still ultimately focused on getting from Point A to Point B. I will now change my approach when out on a trail -- maybe viewing it more like a child would view it."
"So many sweet little touches that added to the experience! My favorite was deers ears and cupping hands in front of ears to be able to hear behind myself"
"What a lovely experience! Also happy to report 10 point drop in normal blood pressure after this session."
"Deer's ears blew my mind. I'm using that exercise to help with my tinnitus issues."
"I want to thank both Viv and Beth for showing me the value of Treelaxation. So much better for healing mind and body. I've been spreading the word about Forest Therapy to anyone who will listen."
Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park Loveland, CO
Past events and testimonials
Hadley Wood Hertfordshire, UK
“Each pause for sensory experience was clearly explained, and great emphasis was placed on them being an 'invitation', with no obligation to participate or to follow suggestions exactly. There was plenty of time at each pause to explore as much as you wanted, or, having had enough, to find somewhere to sit quietly and contemplate the surroundings.”
“Viv was our guide, and demonstrated admirably the tricky art of leading and informing without coming across as pushy or over-enthusiastic. Her calm way of speaking is an essential element in the overall aim of slowing down, relaxing, and taking in one's surroundings. Information was given very clearly, with plenty of time to absorb and ask questions if required. We always knew what we were supposed to be doing, and the process of gathering up the group at the end of each sensory experience pause was also done very calmly and sensitively.”
Stephens Gardens and Arboretum Finchley, UK
“It was such a surprise how for the size of the gardens it had everything. There was such a diversity of trees and plants. It surprised me. It was beautifully paced and I don’t know where the time went. Your consideration for our comfort and wellbeing was great and I felt that you were able to lead us so well. There was a good balance of direction and play. I really enjoyed the treelaxation and the pause at the waterfall and the 180° was amazing to complete the session.”
