
Retreat in Noosa
Katrina Thorpe explores the rejuvenating benefits of taking time out to nourish and balance our body, mind and soul.
Can’t get away for a holiday? How about giving yourself 24 hours of rest, recovery, and recharge right here in Noosa.
During stressful times we tend to cope with situations but be aware that the after effects of stress can hit deeper than we realise.
Feeling trapped with demands on us can be a fragile time emotionally. Feeling angry, frustrated, overwhelmed and exhausted physically are just some of the feelings we may experience while navigating a way to balance our lives during and after stress.
How many times do we think or say, ‘I just need a break, some time off?’ which is easier said than done to get away for a week or more.
While you may not be able to take time from your busy life for a holiday, have you considered planning a selfcare 24-hour retreat in Noosa, even if you are lucky enough to already live here?
Our physical body, thinking mind and emotional core, work together as three elements to create how we feel and function, when either our mind, body or emotions are heightened due to stress, it will override the other two elements to upset our balance.
Have you experienced an upset tummy when you feel emotional or physically felt sick at the thought of something? That’s how connected our body, mind and emotions are, and at present we are hearing and seeing more emotional overloads than ever before with the desperate need for calming and balancing on the increase.
By caring for your body, mind or emotions you will find all three elements will follow suit to create a better balance for overall wellness.
Massage is a great example where the physical touch relaxes the body, which in turn helps your mind to drift, while your emotions either surface or settle – either way it all leads to balance.
While seeking medical practitioners and therapists for health advice, only you can make the decision to seek what is right for you.
Firstly, be aware and recognise your feelings, be kind to yourself and plan an overnight Noosa Retreat, on your own or with someone special – you will be surprised what you can do with 24 hours of downtime in Noosa.
In planning your own retreat, think about what you find relaxing or maybe something that gives you energy is what you need to consider when creating an escape to finding balance for you.
Here’s some recommendations for creating your retreat in Noosa.
- Get back to nature – take a walk in Noosa National Park, surrounding yourself with some green therapy is well researched for its benefits to restore your energy. A swim in the mineral-rich ocean is a great way to revitalise your body and during winter, the ocean temperature in Noosa sits around
23 degrees. That’s vitamin D with extra vitamin sea. - Eat and drink healthy – because in Noosa it’s very easy to find delicious, nutritious, and dietary selective food catered for and readily available at cafes and restaurants. If you find a coffee, cocktail or glass of wine relaxing, have it; you are not in a health retreat where rigid rules apply. You’re creating what’s right for you.
- Book some relaxation time at a Day Spa – selfcare is not selfish and as much as you care for others, it’s important that you have someone care for you. When you’re exhausted it’s important to select nurturing treatments that calm your nervous system, as this will encourage your body to let go of stress and help you sleep better.
- Keeping active in Noosa is easy – with so many choices from spending time on the water, finding your space for yoga, pilates, a visit to the gym, all without having to squeeze it into your day. When you feel exhausted, choose activities that nurture your soul.
- Mindlessly browsing while shopping is ‘retail therapy’ and it is ideal for distracting your mind and you might just find something to take home. There’s also great benefits spending time relaxing, reading a book, sitting on the beach or other similar passive activities, even a nap but just limit time on devices.
Create what you need for your own 24-hour retreat in Noosa. It can make a world of difference to managing your stress levels and in turn, helps with building resilience to create more balance in your life.
Giving yourself time to enjoy an overnight stay and a day doing what restores your mind, body and soul might actually make you more efficient in everything you do.