Bahiana welcomes Spring with 2nd Bath of the Forest

"Our idea is to promote this reconnection with nature. Because we live in such a fast-paced urban madness. So, here we take a break and connect with nature and ourselves. We've been losing this, which causes us several health problems." This is the explanation of Juliana Spínola, biologist and committee manager. Bahiana Green, for the Banho de Matinha, which took place for the second time this Monday (September 22nd) in the remaining portion of the Atlantic Forest, located on the Cabula Campus. In addition to welcoming spring, the activity aimed to provide a moment of health promotion and quality of life for the institution's employees and students. The activity took place in the morning and afternoon shifts.

According to Juliana, the activity was based on shinrin yoku, or "forest bathing," a Japanese practice that promotes physical and mental well-being through sensory immersion in nature. "The Japanese discovered that people practicing in parks and forests experience several benefits, including scientifically proven ones," adds the biologist. The first Forest Bath took place on June 5th, in honor of International Environment Day. According to Juliana Spínola, the idea is to promote more frequent Forest Baths for the community. Bahiana.

For Lara Rocha, a second-semester Biomedicine student, the experience gave me a different perspective on the environment. "The experience taught me something meaningful about the environment. Not just the environment Bahiana, but with nature itself. It was a moment to disconnect from the stress of everyday life, to hear the sounds, feel the presence of others, and feel the connection. Also, the contact with nature, touching the earth. Everything in itself was very meaningful. And I intend to do it more often!" the student reported.