Rooted In Calm
Forest Walks with Cara
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Cara Reid
Tree Whisperer
My Story
What led to me to place of forest therapy guiding was a enlightening realization of what truly grounds me. Of who I truly am.
I had been working in community health and social services for almost 20 years, and I loved my work. I had noticed over time that my complete presence with people seemed to be more helpful than my advice. 🙂
I became intrigued by simple, fullsome presence.
And so when my body started yelling at me to slow down and pay attention, (as bodies do), I went to the woods. I went slow. I listened. I breathed deep. It became my sanctuary, a reconnection.
When I realized what I was doing was called forest therapy, I dove deep.
So here I am. To help you meet the trees, and maybe open yourself to their calming, wondrous magic.
Come walk with us.
Forest Therapy
Forest therapy has been studied in Japan for over 40 years and is now becoming recognized in the western world for the immune, mental health, and physiological benefits it offers. But to me it is more than just finding something that help us, although that can be a good starting point.
Indigenous people have known about our inherent connection to nature since time immemorial. We are nature and being connected to trees is more than the benefits we receive, it is about reciprocation, belonging, and mutuality. I hope to bring this to you.
And so it is I offer guided forest therapy walks. During these slow, mindful walks, I will offer information and invitations to help you connect with nature. We don't go far, we sit and stop, and we are pretty quiet. What we do is get into our senses, slow down, and notice. The trees will do the rest. And we may find ourselves remembering a way to give and receive that fills us up, wholly.
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My Offerings
Group Walks
Maximum 8 people
$40 each
Private / Semi-private
Your choice
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Bespoke Walks
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Upcoming Walks
Jun 22nd
Divi Bookstore
San Francisco, CA @ 6:30pm
Live Reading
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Jun 22nd
Monarch Books
Los Angeles, CA @ 7:15pm
Book Signing
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Aug 31st
Bloom Binding
Brooklyn, NY @ 6pm
Live Reading
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