Join us for an event with Cultured Forest exploring the recent research on how time spent outdoors mindfully connecting with nature changes your brain and improves mood. Learn simple nature connection and creative activities you can do outside to help calm your mind and overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) also known as "Winter Blues". We'll talk about the science behind Forest Therapy while also learning about fun ways to connect with nature both outside and in your home including nature photography, journaling, sketching, nature meditation and aromatherapy. We'll teach you some easy tips and tricks to help get you through these long winter days and also introduce you to the right gear to keep you warm as you adventure outside.
Join us for an event with Cultured Forest exploring the recent research on how time spent outdoors mindfully connecting with nature changes your brain and improves mood. Learn simple nature connection and creative activities you can do outside to help calm your mind and overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) also known as "Winter Blues". We'll talk about the science behind Forest Therapy while also learning about fun ways to connect with nature both outside and in your home including nature photography, journaling, sketching, nature meditation and aromatherapy. We'll teach you some easy tips and tricks to help get you through these long winter days and also introduce you to the right gear to keep you warm as you adventure outside.
About Brooke Mellen:
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Brooke Mellen founded Cultured Forest to share and merge her passion for culture, art and the outdoors. She advises individuals and corporations on how to have enriching and healing experiences through nature and art. This can be done through a guided Forestbathing experience or by building a nature-inspired, sustainable Art Collection. She has a background in Insurance and Art Business with a Masters in Visual Arts Administration from New York University. She has traveled the world studying how other cultures connect with nature and art and uses this knowledge to help others find better connection and well-being in their lives. She is Certified in Forest Medicine by the International Society of Nature and Forest Medicine (INFOM) and holds a Certificate in Forest Therapy from the International Nature and Forest Therapy Alliance (INFTA). She is certified in Wilderness First Aid by NOLS.
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Brooke previously worked at several organizations including Sotheby’s, Marsh, Jack Shainman Gallery and W.R. Berkley and uses this experience in both corporate and arts environments to provide her clients with unprecedented professional experiences. She currently resides in New York City.
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About Cultured Forest:
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Cultured Forest started with the intent to aid our clients in finding balance and well-being by promoting awe inspiring experiences in Art and Nature. They believe in creating environments and opportunities for growth.Â
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They do this by encouraging clients to find healing opportunities whether it be through the appreciation of a beautiful work of art, a traveling adventure or Forest Bathing. Forest Bathing involves the art of taking in the forest atmosphere through mindfulness exercises that improve productivity, creativity and health.Â
They believe an enriched life of cultural and outdoor experiences leads to empowered individuals and communities.
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