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

In 2017, Yiyun Li’s 16-year-old son, Vincent, died by suicide. Nearly seven years later, his younger brother, James, then 19, also took his own life. With her second memoir, Li examines the ...

Next time you are touring your garden, walking on wooded trails, or exploring a beachside scenery, look for immaculate swirling patterns. These can be found in the center of a sunflower, a snail’s ...