Many people are aware of the benefits of walking in nature. In Japan, they call it forest bathing or forest therapy (shinrin yoku). They describe it as the mindful practice of walking through any natural place and letting your senses absorb everything.Reconnecting with nature reduces stress and calms your nerves. It can lower concentrations of cortisol, lower pulse rate and blood pressure. It will lift your spirits! Exercise and peace and quiet will lift your mood, and in some cases can help with mild to moderate depression.