Hugging a Tree is Like Hugging a Loved One

Summary

Hugging a tree can enhance emotional well-being by increasing oxytocin and dopamine levels, offering a grounding experience akin to embracing a loved one.

Abstract

The article suggests that embracing a tree can significantly improve one's emotional state by releasing oxytocin, known as the love hormone, and dopamine, which contributes to feelings of happiness. This practice, endorsed by the Icelandic Forestry Service during the pandemic, is not only a way to connect with nature but also a method to access higher levels of consciousness and enlightenment, as believed in Celtic Reiki Wisdom. The act of tree hugging is seen as a means to tap into the earth's energy, promoting a sense of strength and grounding, and is encouraged to be shared on social media with the hashtag #TreeHugs.

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Forest Ranger Þór Þorfinnsson poetically describes the sensory experience of hugging a tree, feeling the connection from toes to head.
The Icelandic Forestry Service recognizes the importance of tree hugging for emotional well-being, especially during times of social distancing.
The author expresses a personal affinity for Iceland, citing its natural beauty and the kind, ethical nature of its people.
It is suggested that even five minutes of tree hugging can make a difference in one's day, advocating for a daily practice.
The author feels an instant change in energy and mood when engaging in tree hugs, likening it to reclaiming a child-like state of playfulness.
The article encourages the spread of #TreeHugs on social media to share the positive energy and normalize the practice.
Trees are seen as spiritually connected to humans, acting as vessels to higher realms and aiding in the transformation of the root chakra for increased calm and grounding.
The author eagerly anticipates seeing others

Feel happier & collect some love hormones

By Madison Blankenship

Did you know that hugging a tree produces oxytocin, the hormone for love and bonding?

“When you hug [a tree], you feel it first in your toes and then up your legs and into your chest and then up into your head,” Forest Ranger Þór Þorfinnsson said so beautifully in the Icelandic Review.

The Icelandic Forestry Service knows how important hugging a tree is. They cleared out the snow during this social distant pandemic and welcomed Iceland people into the forests for tree hugs. I love Iceland; it’s my favorite country to visit. The peace and beauty of nature there is unreal. It feels like the very edge of the earth. I also love the people and their kind and ethical nature.

As little as five minutes a day, Þór suggests, is all it takes to feel it. Put your cheek to touch the tree and close your eyes. Take a deep breath and feel the connection.

I totally feel the energy difference when I visit National Parks for tree hugs. I feel the energy and mood change instantly. It’s like going back to a child-like state where you can feel silly and playful freely.

I know this is crazy, but it feels so good that I want to encourage everyone to do it with me. To make #TreeHugs a thing. You can feel the contagious positive energy by looking at photos of people hugging trees with the hashtag #TreeHugs.

Not only it increases your levels of the love & bonding hormone, oxytocin, but #TreeHugs can also make you feel happier with naturally producing dopamine.

Hugging a tree feels like hugging a loved one.

By Madison Blankenship

Trees represent life, rebirth, and mother earth in almost every culture or religion. In Celtic Reiki Wisdom, humans and trees are so spiritually connected. They are vessels to higher realms, and we can tap into that for higher levels of consciousness and enlightenment.

Hugging a tree produces special frequencies that connect to us and our vibrations. The collective “earthly energy” can transform the root chakra and beyond by raising our calm vibes, helping us feel strong and grounded.

Trees remind us that life is on a constant rejuvenation and rebirth. We don't have to feel stuck; we can release and reconnect. Connecting with nature and mother earth’s precious gifts lifts the spirit and the soul.

I can't wait to see your #TreeHugs pictures on social media.

Hugging a Tree is Like Hugging a Loved One

Feel happier & collect some love hormones

Great Falls National Park

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At the National Arboretum, Getting Love From Nature.

I wanted to hug a tree so bad but couldn’t in the city; I would look weird.