Simple nature-based activities can reduce stress, sharpen focus, and improve mental health—no wilderness or special gear required.

There's no question that being in nature is good for well-being. Research shows that experiencing nature and listening to natural sounds can relax us.

Research shows that spending time in nature can improve our mood and ability to focus Observing nature — even something as simple as indoor plants — can increase feelings of humanization toward others ...

Many of us know that being outside feels good. Maybe it’s for a short walk to the store. Maybe for a hike at a nearby mountain. Or maybe spending time at the beach with loved ones for a holiday. But ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nature inspires a sense of awe and can actually reduce cortisol levels, the hormone responsible for stress. (Getty Images) (Tony ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getting out in nature for a scenic walk allows you to engage your senses. (Getty Creative) (Olga Pankova via Getty Images) It’s ...

It sounded more like a lark than a scientific study when a handful of Japanese researchers set out to discover whether something special--and clinically ...

As an urban dweller, I am all too familiar with how the sights and sounds of the city can be grating for the nerves and induce stress reactions in the body and mind. It takes vigilance to find ways to ...