A gossamer rain is falling as I walk through a temperate rainforest, its gentle percussion on my jacket accompanying the crack of whip birds and the tamborine rustle of leaves. I have been invited to stroll mindfully on this trail, observing the details of the forest; the mosaic of green in the dappled light, the coarse bark of a coachwood tree where cicada exoskeletons cling; a tangle of vines, looped like dropped stitches in Mother Nature s giant scarf.
This awakening of the senses is part of a guided Nature Therapy Walk at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden in Mount Tomah, exploring what the Japanese call shinrin-yuko, or forest bathing. Popularised during the 1980s when corporate stress was at its most destructive, this preventative health practice is designed to connect participants with the environment, unlocking the power of nature to refresh, de-stress, rejuvenate and heal body and mind.
US Bible Program for Prisons Proving Beneficial
Thursday, April 8th, 2021
A Bible-based program for prisoners is leading to a reduced number of inmates returning to prison after release.
Christian psychologist Phil Monroe, who works with the Bible Society’s Trauma Healing Program in the US says they have proved the program has lasting effects.
He told the Christian Post the program seems to be the missing link that could be beneficial for solving “the revolving door” problem.
Robert Briggs, president and CEO of the American Bible Society, says the Bible has proved to be a vital source for emotional, spiritual, physical and mental healing.
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Further 29 Hampshire schools report coronavirus cases. A TOTAL of 29 Hampshire schools have recorded at least one Covid-19 case in the past ten days. According to Hampshire County Council s list, 29 schools have reported cases since March 22. This list only covers schools under the remit of the County Council and for that reason, no Southampton schools or Independent schools have been included. Although a school can record a positive case, this does not mean the infected person was in school at the time.
Elderly man arrested for alleged indecent exposure at Derby park
Loud sirens could be heard just before 10pm on Wednesday night
A man in his 70s was arrested on suspicion of indecently exposing himself at Oakwood Park (Image: Derby Telegraph)
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