Forest Bath Poem by Rm. Shanmugam Chettiar

Sitting at the bark of a tree
Is handy and convenient,
Which is why Buddha and Mahavira
Gave their discourses under the tree.
Even schools were run under the tree.
The arboreal atmosphere
Was conducive to better learning
In the back drop of open space.

Swimming in summer is welcome.
Sun bath in winter is welcome.
Forest bath by visiting the wood
In all seasons must be welcome.
Sit under a tree for an hour,
Spending time to read or observe.
Released of stress you will return.
Fresh in mind and body you grow.

Spending sometime in the grove
Is the good time that you have spent.
Fresh air to breathe is possible.
Cool air experience is feasible.
Phytonicidesis the compound
That some trees release to defend
Insect pests and microbes, by which
Your immunity will strengthen.
29.07.2020