Tree Yoga School · Practice beside a tree
Tulip Tree · About five minutes
A small detail. A wider view.
Read once, then give your attention to the tree. Spend a few minutes, or less if that suits you.
Find a comfortable place.
Sit or stand on stable ground in a permitted place, keeping your usual supports. A bench, wheelchair, or accessible path is enough. Keep paths clear and let your breathing stay natural. There is no need to touch the tree.
Choose a comfortable view
Sit or stand on permitted, stable ground with your usual supports. Keep your neck comfortable and your gaze at an easy height.
Trace one shape
Follow a visible leaf edge or branch with your eyes. If it is too distant, choose a closer detail. Leave leaves and flowers attached.
Widen the frame
Include the surrounding light and neighboring plants. Let your breath continue naturally. Notice how the detail belongs to a larger scene.
Name one next step
Choose a modest action connected to something you care about. Finish when ready, carrying the intention with you.
An optional five minutes
You can practice without a timer. Start it when you are ready to turn your attention to the tree.
5:00
Silent by default. Begin whenever you like.
Keep this page open for the closing sound. A locked screen or backgrounded browser may delay it; the time will catch up when you return.
When you are ready
What became clearer when you moved between the detail and the wider view?
Reflect quietly, or write a sentence in your own notebook. Let the visit be enough.