Shinrin-yoku is a Shinto spiritual practice of nature-immersive meditation, also known as forest bathing. It’s an ancient practice from Japan that’s been gaining new traction around the world. This year, it was part of the course at the Aspen Ideas Festival, a meeting of global health and crisis management leaders. Heidi Shin reports from Aspen, Colorado.
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