Publisher's Synopsis
The primary market for this book is educated females, ages 30 to 65 years old, who lean toward liberal political views. They have interests in nature, philosophy, the environment, sustainability, spirituality, shamanism, and earth-based religion. In tandem, massive interest in self-help and spiritual transformation is an estimated $10 billion industry, according to 2017 study by Marketdata Enterprises Inc. Ancient philosophy and traditions have experienced renewed interest, including Native American, Celtic traditions and Eastern philosophy. Practices such as meditation, yoga, shamanism, and other earth-based traditions are ever growing. Even small, rural towns have yoga and wellness centers focusing on holistic therapies. This book offers: firsthand accounts of the positive impact of time outdoors on mental health and spiritual wellness insights into the next evolution of the movement that brought us forest bathing and earthing strategies for bringing a new sense of peacefulness to your life.