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You don’t have to spend a fortune to attend a weekend wellness retreat where you’ll relax in a stress-free environment and be pampered from head to toe.

Believe it or not, you can easily create the same atmosphere at home.

Creating your own peaceful and serene oasis can be done right in the comforts of your own home.

All you need to do is follow these simple tips to have your own rejuvenating retreat without ever leaving your home:

1) Meditate

Many weekend wellness retreats offer guests a place to meditate and ease their mind from draining thoughts and their body of unwanted stress. You can easily incorporate a few minutes of mediation by sitting in complete silence in a comfy position with your eyes closed.

Focus on your breathing and clear your mind. Make it a point not to think of anything other than your breathing.

2) Sip on herbal and green tea

Tea is the beverage of choice for many retreat centers, so head to your local store and pick up some tea. Brew a cup in the morning as soon as you get out of bed to start the day off right. A cup of green tea can improve your physical performance and brain function, as well as aids in weight loss and fighting off infections.

3) Go for walks

Take a 30-minute walk in the morning and then take another one in the evening when the sun sets. Go around your neighbourhood and just take in the beauty of it all, while letting the worries of the world slip away with every step you take.

4) Read

Reading can really relax your body and take your mind off things. Spend an hour reading that book you’ve been dying to start or choose a contemplative book that will help you get closer to your dreams in life.

5) Take a long bath

Soak in a hot bubble bath to relax just before bedtime. Put on some soft music and dim the lights – use candles to really set the mood. Bring your book in with you or just sip on a glass of wine with your eyes closed and just let everything else fade away.

6) Pamper yourself

Give yourself a manicure and pedicure at home and use your favourite nail polish colour that makes you feel strong and sexy.

There are many other things you can include to create your own wellness retreat at home, but as long as you get some peace of mind and relax, that’s all that matters!

Do you have any other tips to add to the list? Please SHARE in the comments below.

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  • A great idea. Especially in the current financial market.

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  • I take a bath and do a mini facial myself as well. Of course, nothing beats a yoga retreat or a full day spa experience!

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  • I find that watching a good comedy or romantic comedy on tv makes me feel good. Add a small tub of popcorn and I feel really good!

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  • Great Ideas. I like to add epsom salts and essential oils to my bath! So nice and relaxing. I also put a face mask on before I get in.

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  • All of these sound so fantastic. I definitely have to give a few of these a go. I’m in desperate need of a good wind down.

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  • We do that walks, but at a pace, minimum 3 ks in the morning, but gee, the summer heat is starting to slow us down a bit. So I turned my pushbike into a bike on a stand, inside, ride for a while, have weights and enjoy. Still great getting outside for a walk though.

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  • Great tips, don’t wait for the weekend though, great opportunity to spoil yourself during the week, when school and work keeps the family busy. Love going for an early morning brisk 30 minute walk each day.

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  • Nice tips. It’s a great reminder that we also need to take some time out from our busy lives and spend some time for ourselves.

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  • No tips from me, but definitely needing some of these at the moment!

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  • I love to take extra time for my skin care routine once a week. I cleanse, scrub, do a mask, oil or serum my face. It’s amazing how relaxed and happy it makes me feel after!

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  • Reading is my major relaxer. I am an avid reader.

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  • If only I had some time to myself this would be great! The minute I turn on the bath my sons wanting to get in

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  • actually taking the time to sit and finish a cuppa, rather than always on the run.

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  • we all need some “me time”. thanks for the suggestions. :-)

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  • Great suggestions although would add massage and connection for a retreat. I would call this more self care Part of what I most enjoy about retreats is connecting with new people – but I know that’s not an option at the moment.

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