Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. A friend from France once said the best lunch in ...

When it comes to leading a balanced, healthy life, we could learn a lot from the Japanese. Their approach to daily living is full of practices that prioritize well-being, mindfulness, and simplicity.

Forest bathing is not about taking a bath in the woods. This Japanese wellness practice encourages people to slow down, ...

The nervous system, also known as the body's primary command, control and communication network, comprises the brain, spinal cord and nerves. It regulates bodily functions by transmitting electrical ...

INTERVIEWER What is shinrin-yoku? MIYAZAKI YOSHIFUMI It’s an activity where people relax by synchronizing, or harmonizing, with the forest. The term was coined in 1982 by Akiyama Tomohide, director of ...

Coined in the 1980s, the term 'Shinrin-yoku' is Japanese for 'forest bathing' The practice involves spending time mindfully in a natural environment Studies suggest spending time in nature is an ...

No, Shinrin-Yoku is not a new age meditation or religion. Nor is it a magical pharmaceutical drug. It is a valuable tool available to all of us, no matter our age, economic status or citizenship. For ...

Maria Marabito is a writer who specializes in sustainable travel, green living, and food issues. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from West Chester University. Have you ever taken a walk ...