379: Have you hugged a tree lately? Because I have, and it’s great. (Outdoor Diary‪)‬ Humans Outside

 
When did you last hug a tree? I mean literally, actually hug a tree?

Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but hang with me, because this silly thing has been recharging and reshaping how I feel about heading outside.
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Some of the good stuff:
[00:35] Tree Hugging as Gratitude
[01:20] Grounding Experience of Tree Hugging
[01:41] Winter Contrast and Appreciation in Seattle
[02:49] Monthly Sit Spot Reflection 
[03:08] Observations and Gratitude for Trees
[04:36] Emotional and Sensory Connection with Nature