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

These days, everyone can benefit from a little more time spent outdoors. Studies have shown over and over that being immersed in nature is good for both your mental and physical health. Not just ...

Nature can be a form of therapy — even when you spend time with it in the dark. “Dark nature” activities like stargazing and moonlit hikes can spark feelings of connectedness and awe, which may offer ...

Whether you're working from home or at your desk in the office, you're probably not getting enough time out in nature. But, being outside for a little under an hour can raise your chances of feeling ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover travel, specializing in adventure and the great outdoors. Garden of the Gods, a park in Colorado Springs, Colorado with ...

Researchers evaluating a nature-based program of activities for patients with mild to moderate mental health conditions have shown that improvements in mood and anxiety levels can be seen in as little ...