A Weekend Retreat at Home: DIY in 6 Steps
Check out of life’s busyness and into rest, with a restorative 24 hours at home.
Reviewed by Jessica Flowers, Certified Clinical Herbalist
Are you longing for a weekend retreat? What if you could have one at home, a time to check out of life’s busyness and into calm and solitude? When home is also where we work, it can be hard to feel truly relaxed, because there’s little separation between work and play. We all still need time to decompress.
Here are six steps to create a restorative 24 hours at home. Find your next free day, mark it off for you, and get started.
1. Set the scene
This step is the most important. Small changes to your environment can have a big impact, so choose an area of your home and make it calm and comfortable. Make a playlist, choose your aromatherapy, light a few candles (safely) and gather comfortable clothes and blankets. Let the others in your home know your plans, so you can minimize distractions.
2. Deep rest
Deep rest is different from deep sleep. It includes your whole being, not just your body: reading, meditation or gentle yoga, to name a few. Before you begin, smooth our CBD Dream Balm onto your neck, temples, wrists and between your toes, and let its calming aroma set the tone.
3. Plan to nourish yourself
Retreats offer fresh, nutrient-dense meals, so plan yours in advance. A slow-cooker meal full of vegetables will be hot and ready when you are, or simply make a golden milk latte in your favorite mug. Here’s our Cinnamon CBD golden milk tutorial for inspiration.
4. Enjoy a self-massage
Massage is a wonderful way to ease muscle tension and help you unwind. Take this time to check in with your body, and massage our lavender-scented CBD Massage Oil into your shoulders, arms, legs and feet with slow, gentle strokes.
5. Go tech-free
Let’s face it: we rarely get a break from our phones. To make your retreat truly restful, put your devices away for the whole “getaway.” Keep a notebook nearby in case you want to jot something down.
6. Have a spa moment
Give your skin some extra care with our Skin Care Bundle, which covers the essential steps with certified organic botanicals. Start with the Nourish CBD & Manuka Honey Mask, refresh the look of fine lines with Renew Eye Serum and find your glow with Glow Skin Serum. Leave your mask on a little longer, and say a few affirmations in the mirror as you smooth on your serums.
A weekend retreat doesn’t take much beyond making the time and space. What makes it special is the intention and the little details you choose. We hope you’ll set aside some time soon to pour into you.
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