Category: Our Shinrin Yoku Guides
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Klaudyna
For Klaudyna, the forest is her home. It is a sanctuary that protects her and provides a place for her to be with her family. The forest has helped her understand and build her relationship with nature.
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Chin
Tan Chin Wen is a naturalist at The Datai Langkawi in Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia. With a Bachelor’s degree in Pure Biology, majoring in Zoology, Tan is well-versed in navigating forests and encountering wildlife. His knowledge of biology and zoology enriches his role, allowing him to guide guests in learning about the forest and its…
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Helga
Helga Synnevåg Løvoll (PhD in Psychology, Professor at Volda University College, SYA accredited Shinrin Yoku/Forest Bathing Guide) brings a unique perspective and expertise to the board. Inspired by theories of quality of life and eudaimonic well-being, Helga is deeply concerned with the transformative power of nature experiences
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Martina
Martina Dittmar lives in Surry, Maine, with her husband, 9-year-old son, pets, and garden. Her deep connection to nature began in childhood, spent in New Hampshire collecting wildflowers, acorns, caterpillars, and toads, and enjoying long walks in the woods. Hiking has been a lifelong passion, with Martina exploring trails in California during high school and…
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Aldona
Aldona is a forest bathing guide living in harmony with nature and passionate about promoting a healthy lifestyle. Currently residing in magical Peru, her life is rich in diversity and dedicated to well-being. She holds a Master’s degree in social prevention and judicial resocialization, and she is also a fitness instructor. A committed vegetarian, she…
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Keith
Keith Wesley Adams is your bridge back to nature and your natural self. As a Certified Shinrin Yoku Guide, Keith brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the natural world.
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Iza
Iza, President of the Board of the “LAS TO ZDROWIE”, and Shinrin Yoku Association supporting member, with a background in psycho-oncology from SWPS University in Warsaw and transport psychology from the University of Warsaw, she has built a diverse and extensive career as a psychologist over 15 years.
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Erica
For Erica, yoga and forest bathing are paths on the same journey toward health and well-being. Her mission is to offer various pathways for reconnecting with oneself and the natural world through the practice of forest bathing and yoga. Erica’s deep connection with nature grew through experiences like beach bonfires, swimming, kayaking on the Smith…
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Priyat
Priyat N. is the owner of a resort in Kangsopa subdistrict, Wangthong district, Phitsanulok, Thailand. He is a Shinrin Yoku Guide and a specialist at Wanathara Crafts Tie-Dye Studio. Priyat holds a PhD in Pharmacy from the Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok, Thailand.
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Meet our Shinrin Yoku Guide – Kerry
Kerry K. is the Spa and Wellness Manager at Dromoland Castle Hotel & Country Estate in County Clare, Ireland, where she has been part of the team since May 2018.