Skogsbading

Weekly Challenges

Tall trees in forest

Skogsbading

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Skogsbading is a Norwegian term that means “forest bathing.” It is about relaxing in nature, particularly in a forest, and enjoying all of the health benefits that come from spending time in nature. If you are able, spend some time outdoors and write down everything you feel and notice while there. If you’re not able to get outside right now, then write about what you imagine you would feel if you could. [Photo by Kevin Huang, YWP Archive]

Submissions

  • Nature's Song

    I hear the river running, 

    flowing with not a care in the world.

     

    I see the leaves falling to the ground,

    a thick carpet on the forest floor.

     

    I feel a light breeze on my skin,