How tree bark can lift your spirits

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • March 15, 2025

A few days ago, I was grumpily walking through the forest. A yellow birch tree saved the day. Its shiny golden bark caught my eye. From that point on, I decided to observe tree bark as I walked. By the end of the walk, I felt more upbeat. The impromptu game had pulled me out of the tangle of my thoughts and into the here and now. The whole experience got me thinking about the benefits of nature observation.