I have a friend who is very zen, almost annoyingly so. One time I asked him to describe what his mind is like at rest, and he likened it to waves of thought gently lapping at a beach. My mind feels ...

I thought I knew what a forest bath was . . . until I took one myself. I imagined I would sit quietly among the trees, take in the sunlight for a moment or two, then dust my hands and go about my ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Taking a walk in a ...

Discover why forest bathing is the trending wellness and beauty ritual people are embracing for stress relief, mindfulness, glowing skin and a calmer lifestyle ...