The Hug A Tree Meditation

<p>You may have heard the term, “Tree Hugger,” in passing, but it turns out there some valid science and healing behind hugging a tree.</p> <p> </p> <p>In the book Blinded by Science, Matthew Silverstone writes that there is evidence that trees provide health benefits for ADHD & depression.</p> <p> </p> <p>It is written that, “Hugging a tree increases levels of hormone oxytocin. This hormone is responsible for feeling calm and emotional bonding. When hugging a tree, the hormones serotonin and dopamine make you feel happier. We can use this “free” space in the forest to holistically heal ourselves.”</p>