The Marion Natural History Museum hosted a very popular program for adults who wanted to learn a little about slowing down and becoming more aware of the health benefits of the forest. Professional forest bathing guide and author Nadine Mazzola led our group through some simple and restful exercises such as “the pleasures of presence” and noticing “what’s in motion,” to slow down and allow the forest to help us relax and feel more joyful. The health benefits of immersing one’s self into nature cannot be over-exaggerated, and everyone who participated left expressing gratitude to Nadine for reminding us that peace and happiness may be as accessible as stepping outside our doors. The museum will be hosting a follow-up program this Saturday on Nature Journaling, which also requires slowing down and noticing the little details in nature that can bring us so much joy. No art expertise is required, just a willingness to try a new way to enjoy the woods.