XIII

The Lessons and The Healing

December 12, 2023

Welcome to the Thirteenth Edition of Forestme!

Navigating the world's forests doesn't have to feel like a journey without a map. Good news: this newsletter is your guide!

Discover new and untold stories about the green around you. Only good vibes and great knowledge are to come this week. Ready to dive in?

In this week’s newsletter, we will be looking into:

  • Nature Network

  • The Life Cycle of a Tree

  • Top 5 Biggest Rainforests in the World

  • Shinrin Yoku - Healing through the Forest

  • Nature Nuggets

  • Quote of the Week

Happy reading!

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Nature Network

Did you know that 1700 Australian species are considered threatened or at risk of extinction?

Click the link below to find out what “greeningaustralia” is doing to help.

The Lessons from Trees for Our Pivotal Years

We're in our prime growth phase in the golden years of 18-30, like a tree stretching its first strong branches. It's a period full of vitality, change, and crucial development.

Life's Sunlight
Think of these years as your photosynthesis phase. You're soaking up experiences, knowledge, and skills—the 'sunlight' of life. It's all about learning, adapting, and preparing for the bigger challenges ahead.

Branching Out
Like a tree growing its first robust branches, we learn to spread our reach. We're exploring different paths, trying new things, and figuring out where we fit. It's a time of testing limits and pushing boundaries. The key? Adaptation. As trees adjust to their surroundings, we must learn to adapt to our ever-changing environment.

Rooted in Change
These years are the foundation for the rest of our lives. The roots we lay down now - in our careers, relationships, and personal development—are what will support us as we grow taller and stronger. It’s about making choices that benefit us today and set us up for success in the years to come.

Under the Shade
So, next time you're under a tree's shade, reflect on your journey and the sublime symmetry of growth between us and our environment. Think about how you're adapting, growing, and preparing for the future. Are you absorbing the right 'sunlight'? Are you branching out in the right direction?

Remember, what we do now paves the path for our later years. Let's make this time count, just like the trees.

Top 5 Biggest Rainforests in the World.

According to ‘EARTH.ORG’

  1. The Amazon Rainforest - The Amazon is the world’s largest and best-known tropical rainforest.

  2. The Congo Rainforest - The second largest block of tropical rainforest is found in the Congo Basin, which drains an area of 3.7 million square kilometers.

  3. Australasian Realm - The Australasian rainforest includes tropical forests on the island of New Guinea and northeastern Australia as well as scattered islands that were connected when sea levels dropped during that last ice age.

  4. Sundaland - Sundaland includes the islands of Borneo, Sumatra, and Java, among others as well as Peninsular Malaysia.

  5. Indo-Burma - The Indo-Burma region includes a mix of tropical forest types, from mangroves to lowland rainforests to seasonal forests.

Forest Bathing: The Art of Immersive Healing in Nature

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, where screens dominate our attention and concrete jungles replace the green, the ancient practice of "Shinrin Yoku" or forest bathing emerges as a remedy. It's not just a walk in the woods; it's an immersive healing experience that nourishes the soul.

Keen to keep this green vibe thriving? Dive deeper into the practice of “Shinrin Yoku” right here.

Nature Nuggets

Bioenergy: Unlocking nature's power, bioenergy transforms wood into a renewable source, enhancing energy independence and curbing environmental impact. Forest biomass not only warms homes but fuels a sustainable, eco-friendly future.

Smoking your Meat: Unleash the true artistry of flavour. Beyond mere fuel, wood becomes the maestro in your culinary symphony. Experiment with diverse woods and behold the transformative dance of smoke and meat.

Wooden Satellites to Cut Space Junk: Embarking on uncharted orbits, Sumitomo Forestry and Kyoto University are birthing a celestial marvel: the world's inaugural wooden satellite, set to grace the cosmic stage in 2023.

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"Trees are poems that the Earth writes upon the sky."

Kahlil Gibran

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Until next time,

Cheers from the Forestme Team, Hazar!!!