PHIL 3160 – Philosophy of Happiness

What is it, how can we best pursue it, why should we? Supporting the study of these and related questions at Middle Tennessee State University and beyond. "Examining the concept of human happiness and its application in everyday living as discussed since antiquity by philosophers, psychologists, writers, spiritual leaders, and contributors to pop culture."

Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Cheap therapy

In Japan this is called Forest Bathing. It's cheaper than counseling.

3 comments:

  1. There has been many occasions that had seen me visiting the forests or some other natural area to relax. The less people and distractions, the better (Well, with few exceptions). There’s something about the feeling of being alone in a beautiful place. It’s as if God has painted the picture just for you.

    And I must agree. It’s a lot cheaper than therapy. Perhaps that’s why I see my wallet dragging me to places like the one pictured whenever I just want to calm down. The only price paid is the inevitable blisters and mosquito bites, but it’s a small one.

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  2. Certainly true for me. When I really wrestled with anxiety, I constantly would find myself longing just to get into nature.

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  3. Like the others who have commented, I feel that same calm from the more lush, natural world. The absence of "white noise", the constant stimulations we encounter online and in our daily routine, clears my mind and allows for a present feeling separated from notions/extrapolations of past or future for myself.

    The bug bites are a nuisance but have some Repel handy.

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