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Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness by Dr. Qing Li earth science he worked as an artistThe definitive guide to the therapeutic Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or the art and science of how trees can promote health and happiness Notice how a tree sways in the wind. Run your hands over its bark. Take in its citrusy scent. As a society we suffer from nature deficit disorder, but studies have shown that spending mindful, intentional time around trees what the Japanese call shinrin yoku, or forest bathing can promote health and happiness.