“The tree gives me strength, and it always seems to me that the tree responds to my hugging and breathing.”
Thich Nhat Hanh
Since early childhood, forests and gardens have held a special place in my life. Drawn to green spaces for as long as I can remember, I eventually answered this quiet calling and became a certified forest therapy guide, trained through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) in 2025. Although I have always found it easy to connect with nature – both as a child and as an adult – this beautiful training has deepened my relationship with trees and the more than human world. Experiencing this profound, intimate connection, along with the growing body of scientific evidence supporting the forest’s healing power, has inspired me to share this path with others.
