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Explore the concept of forest therapy in this TEDx talk by Zhang Tingwei, a certified forest therapy guide. Learn how slowing down and connecting with nature can help alleviate stress, anxiety, and negative emotions in our fast-paced, technology-driven world. Discover Zhang's personal journey from experiencing negative rumination to embracing forest therapy in 2018, which led to a significant shift in her perspective. Gain insights into the benefits of forest bathing and how it can serve as a bridge between humans and nature, offering opportunities for self-reflection and healing. Understand the speaker's motivation to become certified by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT) and her subsequent establishment of "Shinrin-Yoku Taiwan" to guide others in experiencing the therapeutic effects of nature.