Kia ora everyone, yes I know I have been really quiet in this space (and I do apologize for that) but I have been really busy out on the land and in my study space continuing to be curious and creating our magickal offerings. Over the festive season, I hardly opened my computer and just enjoyed the many friends and family (I think it was 45+ people over three weeks) that visited and stayed with us. In this break from the online world I found a real freedom, clarity, and spaciousness which I am hoping to continue in some form. I will be back in this space again, I just want to make sure that when I am, I am here with full presence, authenticity and purpose (not just posting because I haven't posted for a while). As always, if there is anything you would like to learn or are curious about in the realms of regeneration of land and life - please let me know. 🔥 And I am curious to see if anyone else has experienced an energetic shift coming into 2026 and can feel the Fire Horse energy that we are moving into? 🌿 My journaling spot on the weekend - I only managed about 10 minutes before the wildlings found me 🌿

Based on sylvotherapy (forest therapy) training and scientifically backed studies, it has been found that you don’t actually need to be standing in the forest to receive some of the benefits of trees. Our nervous systems are beautifully responsive and even small, intentional connections with nature can make a difference to our wellbeing. While nothing fully replaces time in a living, breathing forest — with its deep physiological and psychological benefits, for now, let’s look at what’s available when we don't have forest access. Here are a few simple, accessible ways to connect with trees wherever you are: 🍃 1. Look at trees (yes, even photos count) Research shows that viewing images of trees or natural landscapes can reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and improve mood. Try: - A tree photo as your phone or computer background - A picture or photo of a tree on your wall - Just sit and spend some time looking at this tree, noticing its shape, shades of green, branches and so on. 💚 2. Green is medicine The colour green is strongly associated with balance and restoration. Exposure to green tones has been linked to: - Reduced cortisol (stress hormone) - Improved focus and mental clarity - Gentle regulation of heart rate and breath - Houseplants, green clothing, green walls, or sitting near a window with trees in view all count. 🌿 3. Bring trees indoors Houseplants act as living allies. Caring for them builds relationship, rhythm, and presence. They can also support air quality and humidity — subtle but meaningful physical benefits. I love to gently touch and talk with all my houseplants. 🌬️ 4. Essential oils as “forest memory” Certain essential oils capture the aromatic compounds released by trees in forests — the same compounds we breathe during shinrin-yoku (forest bathing). Tree-based oils such as: - Cypress - Douglas fir - Hinoki - Spruce - Cedarwood can support calm, grounded focus when diffused or gently inhaled. Some blends are designed specifically for this purpose — for example, doTERRA Shinrin-Yoku blend, inspired by forest bathing practices. I was very lucky to have been gifted a bottle of this from some guests and I have really enjoyed it, especially while not being able to access the forest due to my injury.