The Great Outdoors
The Art and Science of Forest Bathing
Research shows that time outdoors is a critical component of overall health, benefiting us physically, mentally, and emotionally, and reconnecting us to our…
Five Symptoms of Nature Deficit Disorder, and How Mindfulness Can Help
Americans spend 90 percent of their time indoors (much of that online). Nature deprivation has become endemic to our culture.
Appreciating Trees with All Five Senses
Without trees, life as we know it would cease to exist. A part of every breath that we take is the gift of a tree.
Yoga and the More-than-Human World: A Q&A with Micah Mortali
Micah Mortali, Founder of the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership, explains how the new school addresses today’s environmental challenges.
Six Nature Meditations for Earth Day (and Every Day)
These meditations can help you drop into the present moment, contemplate your interconnectedness with the earth and all living beings, and honor the planet.
How Being in Nature Makes You Healthier
When we commune with the outdoors, we physically connect to the rhythms of nature, buffering the stress of everyday life.
Gratitude and the Gifts of Nature: A Q&A with Kevin “Moose” Foran
Kevin “Moose” Foran served as Kripalu’s Grounds Supervisor for more than 40 years. There is no tree, no blade of grass, no handful of earth here that Moose…
What We Can Do Every Day to Care for Ourselves and Our Planet
How do we take care of ourselves, our families, and our communities, while working toward the stewardship of our earth? We must begin by taking care of…