I’m not talking about justanywellness retreat.
It was precisely what I needed, and you’ll soon understand why.
I’ve always been a major advocate of self-care.
Alexa Mellardo
And I’m not alone.
According toresearch, self-care in the United States is at an all-time low.
In fact, most adults feel relaxed for a mere 40 minutes out of every 24-hour day.
Alexa Mellardo
Close to half report even less than that.
Read on to find out every detail of my rejuvenating escape/rescue.
During my retreat, she walked me through every step of my journey.
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This snowballs into the inability for me to fully relax at night before sleep.
That’s not the case any longer, thoughthese are the key takeaways from my Sensei experience.
Not all stress is created equal.
Alexa Mellardo
Some stress can actually be a good thing.
My private sessions helped me establish useful tools to effectively deal with any bad stress.
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Daily walks and “movement snacks” are key ingredients for me to achieve better relaxation and quality sleep.
Another takeaway from the program?
Basically, this morning regimen sets my body clock, helping me achieve more regular and restful sleep patterns.
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I feel much better all-around and I have more ease falling and staying asleep.
Mindful movement nourishes and calms the nervous system.
Both of these practices are considered “mindful movement” and offer nourishment to the nervous system.
This is another priceless addition to my daily routine.
I found somatics to be intriguing and soothing.
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Sensory eating and intentional nourishment pave the way for a healthy digestive system.
I now know many practices I can follow to reach a more relaxed state when eating.
It’s also imperative to take the time to actually prepare healthy meals.
This is something I’m still working on, taking it one day at a time!
A serene sleep space sets the tone for restful Z’s.
My 600-square-foot casita was a total sanctuary.
One of my favorite features I looked forward to every evening was the turn-down service.
I’ve also updated my bedding and shades and added an air purifier to my bedroom.
The dimmer lights and rainfall shower are on my must-have wishlist.
