Fall into self care this season!

 “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.”                   Buddha

My dear fiend and colleague Kathi is moving her business and her LIFE to another location and I wish her all the best. Moreover, I was so impressed by her recent communication that I had to share it with my readers! They have a special promotional offer on a Dream retreat to Greece! Read more below... and take advantage of the new Eclectic Sanctuary for a Self-Care Retreat.   

NOTE: This post was Adapted from Eclectic Well-Being with Permission.

I've been noticing the leaves on the trees showing a hint of autumn colors. Fall has been my favorite season for pretty much my entire life. The colors, refreshing brisk mornings (like today), the slow down from summer, the quiet at the beach. 

 

Fall is a time for renewal. A time to care for ourselves. 

 

Trees actually shed their leaves to care for themselves in the winter. Without their leaves, they conserve water and energy. And in the spring, without leaves in the way, the pollen travels further, reaching more trees. 

 

What will you do this fall to show compassion and love for your Self? Here are 10 ideas to get you started Falling Into YOU!

 

1. Try a cup of herbal tea with medicinal qualities. One of my favorites is Moon Tea from Kismet Acupuncture and Apothecary.
2. After Labor Day, take a stroll on the beach. Notice the quiet.
3. Create or Update your Vision Board. Let your imagination run free.
4. Declutter your closet. What summer items never got worn? What fall items no longer seem like you? If they're in good condition, donate to a second-hand store, one that understands sustainability, like Hi Goose Studio and Shoppe, owned by my friend who is trying to make a difference in the unsustainable world of fashion. 
5. Need some new fall items? When you're dropping off your unwanted items at that second-hand store, check out what may be a perfect match for you!
6. As the darkness sets in earlier, spend an evening star-gazing. Maybe find a local guide or a star-gazing event. My favorite by far was outside Pagosa Springs, CO. I learned so much!
7. Get a new haircut! Why not try a new look? If you don't like it, it will grow out long before the Winter Holiday season. 
8. Start one new habit. Studies have shown it takes anywhere from 21 days to 90 days to make a habit stick. What new habits could you benefit from? Learn more about how small changes become habits in the book Atomic Habits, by James Clear. It's one of Mark's favorites!
9. Find a bench and sit. In forest bathing, we call this a Sit Spot. It is simply sitting and observing what is around us. Notice the change in colors and the freshness of the fall air. 
10. Ditch the alarm clock one day and wake up naturally. Let the sunlight fill your room and slowly bring you to a brand new day!

 As we prepare to leave New Jersey and settle into being Michiganders, we've become a little sentimental.

Our last Friday night Pizza from our hometown favorite, Iccara.

Our last Friday Night Restore with Julie the Marshmellow Queen (you can take her class at TLC - The Learning Collaborative, along with a variety of self-care options!).

A final morning coffee looking out at my yard.

We are sad to be leaving, but excited about the journey ahead!

Perhaps you will visit us at our Eclectic Sanctuary for a Self-Care Retreat.

Yes, we look forward to hosting intimate retreats focused on Self-Care and Living a Life You Love on our farm in Michigan! Be on the lookout for our first being planned for spring 2023! 

Or why not join for It's All Greek To Me! - A Bucket List, Well-Being Journey! 

Consciously Curated to Explore New Places, New Experiences and New Friends! Another DREAM Retreat!

Spend 8 days and 7 nights disconnecting from your everyday life and instead, explore and experience the unknown. We will learn about Greek Culture, Experiment with Yoga and Meditation, and Set Sail on Island Adventures!

 

Be part of this magical journey into Ancient Greece, disconnecting from civilization yet being pampered at the only 5-star resort on Amorgos, Aegialis. 

This Weekend ONLY Eclectic Well-Being has a Fall Into You Savings offer!  Use Coupon Code "Greece" when you register before September 6 and save $300! Yes $300 savings if you register this weekend in celebration of YOU!

 

Got questions? Be sure to check out the FAQ section of the website or send an email! There are only 3 rooms left - so be sure to register this weekend!

 https://eclecticwell-being.com/

 "After burnout of the past 2.5 years and grind of past few months, a woman’s retreat hosted by Eclectic Well-Being was exactly what I needed."

 

All their retreats, whether at our Eclectic Sanctuary or at a Bucket List destination, are designed with intention and purpose. Giving you space and opportunity for personal growth, health, and happiness.