Association of Nature & Forest Therapy
Duncan Murdoch is a Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide through the the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy Guides (ANFT) . This video provides brief introduction to Forest Therapy, a gentle practice of mindful awareness and connection to nature that promotes wellness. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (“Forest Bathing”, as well as ecotherapy, ecopsychology, and nature connection.
What to Do When Silence Breaks
Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Duncan Murdoch from Nature Connection Guide offers 4 mindfulness techniques to consider using the next time you encounter unwanted human made noises while in nature.
10 Tips for Winter Wellness
Despite all its wondrous glory, Winter can be a difficult time with its colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours. But we can still find ways to honor and appreciate the healing and restorative qualities of Nature!
Find your Cabin
As the Norwegian saying goes, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes”… Don’t let the cold keep you from getting outside. Bundle up, pack the right stuff and let someone know of your plans. Ease into the cold and connect!
What to Expect
Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, Duncan Murdoch shows you 5 things you can expect to find on an ANFT guided Forest Bathing experience worldwide.
Nature Rx
Prescribing time in parks and green spaces is now used as a way of treating a range of conditions including high blood pressure, anxiety and depression. State by state, the movement towards developing a more interactive and meaningful relationship to nature for one’s health and wellbeing is growing. I explain how Nature & Forest Therapy fits into the movement
Under a Massive Oak
Duncan invites us all to experience what it’s like to be in the presence of a massive tree in Charlotte, VT
A Guide Prepares
Duncan Murdoch, An ANFT Certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guide prepares for an upcoming Forest Bathing walk. We go along with him to scout, craft and strategize. But first, he shares some cool nature connection books.
Winter Forest Bathing Invitation
Certified Nature and Forest Therapy guide, Duncan Murdoch offering Winter Nature Mindfulness Walks based on Shinrin-yoku or “Forest Bathing” in Vermont
Nature as our Guide Talk
Moderated by Fran Stoddard, Vermont PBS producer/host, this provocative three-part series explores relationships across differences. This episode features Duncan Murdoch, host of forest walks throughout the state with his organization, Nature Connection Guide; and Steven Parker owner and manager of High Reach Farm, a diversified tree farm in Danville, VT. Distinguished guests engage in conversation from their unique perspectives; from engagement with the natural world, each other, and diverse spiritual traditions, and how that may help to bridge the divide.
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