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Autumn Forest Therapy
Step Away from the Chaos of Black Friday &
Into the Calm of the Autumn Woods
Saturday, November 29
Time: 1:45-4:30 p.m.
Facilitator: Mary Alice Mastrovito
Location: Jackson Field,
South Chagrin Reservation
Step Away from the Noise. Return to the Stillness Within.
While the world races toward more—more sales, more noise, more things—the forest offers a different invitation. In this guided Forest Therapy experience, you’ll pause to notice the abundance already surrounding you: the golden light through the trees, the richness of fallen leaves underfoot, and the quiet fullness of the season’s harvest.
Step away from the rush and return to what truly nourishes you—stillness, gratitude, and connection with the living earth.
What You’ll Experience:
Walk the Path with Your Guides
Your journey is led by a certified Forest Therapy guide who will help you unlock nature’s restorative power through proven techniques. The true wisdom keepers are the forest itself!
Awaken Your Senses & Steep in Abundance
This is not a hike. It’s an invitation to awaken to the abundance around you. Feel the crisp air. Hear leaves underfoot. Sense your own aliveness.
Enter a Sacred Space for Reflection & Reignition
As you move through the forest, the land holds space for your renewal. Amidst Autumn’s harvest, you’ll be invited to release what has served its purpose in your life and receive the abundance this season offers.
Gather in Community with Like-Minded Souls
In the presence of ancient beings—both seen and unseen—you’ll share insights and experiences with a small, supportive group, deepening your connection to nature, yourself, and the spirit of the land.
Why Choose Forest Therapy?
Stress. Overwhelm. Disconnection. Modern life pulls us away from our true nature. Research confirms what ancient traditions have always known—time in nature heals. Through guided Forest Therapy, you’ll find mental clarity, emotional balance, and a profound sense of belonging with the earth.
Program Details:
✔ Slow, mindful walking—less than a mile, with frequent stops to engage with nature and the unseen energies around us.
✔ Natural Terrain—Expect river stones, unpaved trails, and the natural textures of the earth.
✔ Small, intimate groups – Ensuring a personal, immersive experience.
Investment in Your Well-Being: $35
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with their exclusive discount code.
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FAQs
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Absolutely. This is a slow, intentional journey—no rush, no pressure. We move gently, allowing time for reflection and connection.
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Dress comfortably for the weather. Bring water, wear sturdy shoes, and consider a journal for reflection.
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Forest Therapy can:
✅ Reduce stress and anxiety
✅ Boost the immune system
✅ Enhance focus and mental clarity
✅ Improve sleep and energy levels
✅ Deepen your connection to nature and yourself
Step into this sacred space, reconnect with the land, and rediscover your inner stillness.
Your Path to Abundance Starts Here
Meet Mary Alice
Mary Alice Mastrovito
Certified Forest Bathing Guide
Mary Alice’s professional life began in the fields of music and teaching before moving on to careers in horticulture, including her own garden design and maintenance business. Through it all, she felt an interest in healing in the broadest sense and a deepening personal spirituality. Later, she pursued certifications in Reiki, Flower Essences, Nature and Forest Therapy, and ordination as an inter-faith minister. Through it all, Nature has been her cherished and trusted partner, guiding her through her personal evolution.
Learn more on her website at https://lookingdeeper.com/.