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Environmental Connection 

Shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” is the art of immersing oneself in nature’s atmosphere with intention and mindfulness. Originating in Japan as a response to urban stress, this practice invites stillness, sensory awareness, and connection to the living world. Studies show it lowers stress hormones and boosts immunity—reminding us that community includes not only people, but also the ecosystems we belong to.
Park in the Fall

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing), Concrete Grove Sessions invite you to rediscover stillness in the wild corners of New York City. Trade skyscrapers for treetops as you wander mindfully through Central Park’s North Woods, Prospect Park’s Ravine, or Fort Tryon’s lush trails. No phone. No agenda. Just the quiet rhythm of nature—birdsong, rustling leaves, filtered sunlight—and your breath.

This is your moment to disconnect from the city's chaos and reconnect with your senses. Finish with a grounding tea or juice nearby, and carry the calm with you back into the noise.
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