I am passionate about two things in particular – reconnecting individuals with the healing power of nature and self-empowerment. As a transformational life coach with over 30 years of experience in the environmental education sector, I have discovered the incredible power of combining these two things.
Nature has always been my go-to from a small child and I’m blessed to live in the countryside surrounded by the beauty of Mother Nature. My self-discovery journey included embracing the healing so freely given by the natural world.
My Holistic Wellness Retreats are designed to give individuals a transformational path to healing and change with nature-based wellness activities. Keep reading to find out the many benefits of booking a nature-based wellness retreat and bring yourself back to a state of harmony and balance.
7 Top Reasons to Book a Nature-Based Wellness Retreat When Seeking Total Well-Being
1. Spending Time in Nature Boosts Mood and Mindfulness
A recent research showed that over 95% of individuals interviewed after spending time in nature reported a boost to well-being. Their moods were elevated while feeling calmer with more vitality.
I can vouch for this by ensuring I take my daily morning and evening walks around the farm.
I always return home feeling energised, balanced, and happier.
The same research talks about the psychological impact of viewing natural surroundings that results in individuals being kinder, more focused, and more mindful.
2. Nature Empowers Connection
I watch the world around me and see many people disconnected from nature. Technology, social media, day-to-day life, and poor lifestyle choices result in losing touch with our natural surroundings and ourselves.
Participating in nature-based wellness activities such as forest bathing or walking barefoot on grass lets you reconnect with your truth and connect with others.
Living a life aligned with your truth and healthy relationships with others reduces stress, calms the mind, and restores your soul.
3. Nature-Based Wellness Activities Improve Work-Life Integration
One of the biggest challenges most of us face is finding work-life balance. When this is out of kilter, workplace productivity is reduced and your personal life is stressful. Your well-being takes a knock and if the situation isn’t remedied, you'll start experiencing physical and mental problems.
Embracing nature-based wellness activities allows you to become more creative, revitalised, and aware of what needs to be worked on to restore work-life integration.
Immersing yourself in nature and incorporating self-discovery techniques enables you to unpack what isn’t working for you and find healthier ways to manage your life.
4. Nature-Based Wellness Retreats Encourage Long-Term Results
A professional nature-based wellness retreat will include a range of activities to support your quest for total well-being. Nature immersion, self-empowerment coaching sessions, and healthier lifestyle tips facilitated by expert wellness practitioners have long-lasting effects.
Returning home with practical tips allows you to maintain your total well-being even if you’re living in the city. Skilled wellness practitioners will show you how to do this by giving you tips on the following:
Better stress management: Discovering stress-relieving techniques to manage anxiety and stress.
Healthier eating choices: Exploring the benefits of and practical applications of whole food plant-based lifestyle.
Improved work-life integration: Using practical coaching techniques and tools to set goals, stay focused, and enjoy a healthier work-life balance.
Staying present: Discovering how to take mindfulness walks and use meditation to stay present.
5. Downtime in Nature is Healthy
A well-designed nature-based wellness retreat should include downtime so you can relax and renew yourself in peace! Relaxing in natural surroundings and walking three to four times a week in nature has been proven to:
Lower the odds of taking medications for anxiety by 33%
Reduce the odds of taking blood pressure tablets by 36%
Lowers the odds of using anti-depressants by 33%
Drops the odds of taking asthma medication by 26%
You can kickstart your walking habit at a nature-based wellness retreat and continue doing this exercise when you return home. Find a local park or discover a neighbourhood in your vicinity that includes trees and beautiful gardens for your weekly walks in nature.
6. Nature Restores Serenity
Spending time on our veranda, watching nature all around me, brings me to a blissful state of serenity and sanity. So does watching the birdlife at the farm dam, working in my vegetable and herb garden, and walking barefoot on the grass.
Surrounding yourself with water, lush greenery, and nature sounds instantly calms you, bringing you back to a place of harmony and peace. The therapeutic benefits of nature are profound and the only thing you need to do is be willing to reconnect with all that Mother Nature has to offer.
7. Nature Empowers an Emotional Reset
Physical nature-based activities such as yoga outdoors or forest bathing, hikes along the beach or up mountains, and strolls at sunrises and sunsets, build your emotional resilience. Physically immersing in nature rejuvenates your body but it also takes you on a self-reflection journey whenever you’re outside in natural surroundings.
Introspection in nature encourages self-discovery and awareness, empowering you to dig deep and find your authentic being. It allows you to explore your emotions and understand what drives them in a safe and nurturing environment.
The embracing and healing power of nature gives you the space for an emotional reset, enabling you to restore mind, body, and soul balance.
Tips for Booking the Best Nature-Based Wellness Retreat
When booking a nature-based wellness retreat in your pursuit of total well-being, make sure you take note of the following:
Location: Ensure the retreat is accessible, safe, and natural. Are you looking for a farm atmosphere or do you prefer to be surrounded by mountains or forests? If you’re flying in, find out if the retreat organises transport.
Type of accommodation: Decide before you book whether you want luxury, comfortable, or rustic accommodation. Do you prefer camping under the stars or is your idea of a wellness retreat that includes luxurious bedding and private splash pools?
Meals: Find out if all meals are included in the package and that they meet all dietary requirements. Are alcoholic beverages included and if not, can you bring your own?
Wellness team: Research the wellness team facilitating programmes and activities at the retreat to ensure they have your best interests at heart. Expert wellness practitioners include experienced life coaches who have trained through reputable organisations, wellness therapists, and registered dieticians.
Nature-based wellness activities: Explore what type of nature immersion takes place on the retreat to ensure you get all the benefits of being in natural surroundings. Guided nature and mindfulness walks, yoga, meditation outdoors, and forest bathing are some of the activities that will support your quest for overall well-being.
Picking the right nature-based wellness retreat is important and doing your research beforehand will ensure you’re not disappointed.
Final Thoughts
Holistic wellness retreats that incorporate nature-based and self-discovery activities enable you to take a journey to Self. It allows you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life while restoring inner balance.
Nature-based wellness retreats boost physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. You can benefit from sensory and emotional regulation, mindfulness, and spiritual connection. Immersing in nature enables you to tap into your innate wisdom and compass, bringing you back to Self.
If you’re looking for a holistic and nature-based wellness retreat outside Johannesburg, South Africa, contact me today. Our Holistic Wellness Retreats are hosted at Random Harvest, a soul-restoring farm and indigenous nursery that allows you to fully immerse in Mother Nature while taking a self-discovery journey.
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