Forest bathing in Berkshire
Forest bathing retreat day in Berkshire.
5th September | 10 am - 4 pm
Step away from the noise. Reconnect with nature. Reconnect with yourself. This is not just a lovely day out as a 'nice to have', it's a necessity for any woman pouring from an empty cup.
Modern life keeps us in a constant state of stimulation: screens, schedules, stress. But research shows that spending intentional time in nature can rewire our nervous systems, boost immunity, and improve mental clarity.
This retreat will help you reset, using the Japanese practice of forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku), combined with the healing power of human connection.
Why forest bathing?
- Reduce cortisol levels (the stress hormone).
- Lower blood pressure and heart rate.
- Enhance immune function by increasing natural killer (NK) cell activity.
- Improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
- Boost creativity, focus, and cognitive performance.
Forest bathing works by engaging all your senses; sight, sound, smell, touch, and even taste helping you shift from “doing” to simply being.
Humans are wired for connection. When we gather in safe, supportive spaces with like-minded people, we experience:
- increased oxytocin (the bonding hormone)
- greater emotional resilience
- a sense of belonging and shared purpose
- motivation to sustain healthy habits
This retreat offers a rare opportunity to slow down, connect deeply, and feel seen, not just by others, but by yourself.
This is worth taking a day off work for:
- guided forest bathing sessions
- gentle movement and grounding practices through yoga and meditation
- time for journaling, reflection, and rest
- a nourishing, plant-based lunch
- group sharing and connection
- tools to support your well-being beyond the retreat by an award-winning teacher
Whether you're navigating a life transition, feeling burnt out, or simply craving stillness, this day is a chance to recalibrate your nervous system, nourish your body, and reignite your inner spark.
Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate. 5th September (10am-4pm).
Only £150 if booked by 5th August (£200 thereafter).
Find out more and book at: https://journeywithnikita.com/forestday/
"I went along thinking I was just going to have a lovely day, but it was so much more than that. It was more like therapy and I came away feeling like years had been shredded off me. I still feel lighter weeks later and refreshed, as if I've been on holiday!"