Each person seemed to meet the soundscape a little differently.

For one listener, a rooster calling in the distance brought back a sense of home. For another, the rustling of leaves in the wind became an anchor for attention, helping them return to the present moment.

There were also moments when the landscape itself seemed especially alive, including the lively morning chatter of birds gathered around a fruiting tree.

Others noticed how slowing down changed the way they experienced both themselves and the landscape.

“The rhythm of the place, the group and my own.”

One listener was struck by the variety of sounds unfolding throughout the journey, including the unexpected layering of human and natural sounds:

“In the nature reserve, I could hear the engine of a boat and the sea waves in the distance.”

For another participant, the listening began even before reaching the quieter parts of the route. Walking slowly and in single file made them more conscious of their own pace:

“I was forced to intentionally slow down my pace.”

The final period of lying on the grass also stood out as a memorable moment for one listener.

Perhaps one reflection captured the spirit of the walk especially well:

“I find it a good practice for deep listening to both our inner and outer worlds.”