Despite all the wondrous modern conveniences that technology has brought us, this is still a very stressful time to live in. Wars seem to constantly rage, forests burn, the seas are poisoned, and many of our time-honoured institutions seem to be failing us. It’s no wonder that so many people are suffering from depression and stress-related illnesses, it sometimes seems like it’s just all too much to handle! When it gets to that point it’s important that we take a step back along with a deep breath, and get away from the madness for a while, long enough to recharge and gird ourselves to continue the struggle with a calm, refreshed mind and body. But how, and where?
As it so happens, there are places designed specifically to make you feel whole and well again called wellness retreats! You can find these spiritual oases around the world, but some of the best wellness retreats can be found in the friendly tropical nation of Thailand, in fact, may of the techniques they use originated there! Let’s find out more about what they are, and what they can do to help us, shall we?
Wellness retreats are tranquil, secluded places you can travel to with the goal of repairing your physical and mental health and well-being. While a typical holiday provides you with the opportunity to get away from it all and have time for some fun and leisure, wellness retreats are more than just resorts, they are carefully planned health sanctuaries where you can attend personalised programs designed to soothe and improve your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.
A visit to a wellness retreat brings the participant many benefits, they are there to support you in your quest to heal and experience real personal growth. An important component of their magic is helping you to reconnect with the vast healing powers of nature that we tend to forget about as we lead our busy modern lives! Wellness resorts are located in places where they can offer their guests a calming sense of serenity in gorgeous natural locations in the mountains or by the sea.
These peaceful natural sanctuaries are the perfect backdrop for profound healing to happen, they are designed with sustainability in mind, maintaining eco-conscious practices, and existing in harmony with their surrounding environments in order to inspire you to be at peace in your inner world.
Wellness resorts often have the following features to aid you on your journey towards renewal:
- Sun Decks
- Infinity Pools
- Meditation Gardens
- Massage Clinics
- Stargazing Platforms
- Open Air Dining
- Saunas and Jacuzzis
The pace is slow, set to the gentle cadence of nature, guests tend to rise with the dawn and rest after the sunset, their days filled with harmony and self-learning guided by the dedicated staff of wellness professionals. These gentle teachers and physicians are trained in Thai Massage, Aromatherapy, Zen Meditation, Yoga, Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Essential Oil Treatments, Tai Chi, and much more, all with the intention of making you feel both invigorated and relaxed!
We hope this inspires you to visit a wellness retreat, your mind, body, and spirit will thank you for it!