Balanceology - The Art of Balance - Burnout Podcast E48: Season 3 - The Healing Power of Forest Therapy with Monique Giroux
The Healing Power of Forest Therapy with Monique Giroux
In this episode of the Art of Balance podcast, Jayne is joined by Monique Giroux, a Forest Therapy Guide and author of 'Lost Intentionally'. Monique shares her journey from a high-stress corporate career to a peaceful, nomadic lifestyle. They explore the concepts of forest bathing, mindfulness, and the benefits of reconnecting with nature to prevent and recover from burnout. Monique discusses how simple practices can help individuals slow down, breathe deeply, and find peace in their everyday lives. The conversation reveals the transformative power of nature and the importance of integrating these practices into daily routines, even in corporate environments.
00:00 Introduction to the Art of Balance Podcast
00:42 Meet Monique Giroux: From Corporate to Forest Therapy
03:04 The Journey to a Life Without Vacations
09:54 Discovering Forest Therapy and Mindfulness
11:55 The Healing Power of Nature
32:06 Practical Applications and Corporate Integration
36:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Monique’s book: Lost Intentionally, https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lost-Intentionally-Inner-Journey-Spiritual-ebook/dp/B0D4TVV514
Balanceology is a leading coaching company that focuses on supporting individuals and organisations in the prevention of workplace burnout. Our main offerings include talks, workshops and trainings, coaching and burnout recovery retreats.
www.balanceology.uk
Jayne Morris is the UK's leading executive burnout coach and author of the bestselling 'Burnout to Brilliance - Strategies for Sustainable Success'. She is ICF MCC accredited, holds a PG Cert in Coaching, Advanced Diploma in Integrative Art Psychotherapy, is a Certified Coach Supervisor and has over 15 years' experience helping individuals and organisations prevent and recover from burnout - www.jaynemorris.com
Dylan Cox is a coach-counsellor specialising in self-esteem and confidence. He is an experienced facilitator and presenter.