Mindfulness Hike at Eagle Creek Park

Dr. Blair McKissock guides listeners through a series of mindfulness exercises focused on connecting with nature. She emphasizes the importance of being present and aware of the natural environment around us. The exercises include deep breathing techniques while observing natural elements, grounding practices that involve feeling the earth beneath your feet, and mindful walking where listeners are encouraged to pay attention to the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. McKissock is the former Executive Director of the Eagle Creek Park Foundation. 

 

Timestamps for mindfulness exercises 

We recommend you pause after each series of instructions to complete the exercises. 

Prepare for Mindfulness Exercises: pause at (3:25) to finish breath work 

Exercise One: (3:25), Using the Senses 

Exercise Two (7:43), Use your senses to connect with the natural environment  

Exercise Thre