Good health & wellness have become much talked about, especially in social media and also in mainstream media, as we are looking for ways to deal with depression and mental health anxieties. There are wellness resorts and spas emerging all over Australia, to supply the growing demand for wholesome personal development and detox treatments.

Spa & massage

Those looking for a relaxing remedial massage in Nelson Bay will not be disappointed, there is a top-rated massage and spa centre that offers a wealth of health treatments, all at affordable rates. Enjoy a one-hour massage to relax and soothe your tired muscles, with special facial treatments and other wellness treatments.

Detox treatments

We are all consumers and processed food does have a negative impact on the body, which is where detox treatments come into play. Whether a few days or a couple of weeks, there are special programs designed by professional wellness experts, flushing out harmful toxins from your body. Not only that, you also learn about healthy eating and that will help you when you return home. It is important to eat fresh fruit and vegetables; you can order online from small farms in Sydney and they deliver to your door.

Yoga

This ancient Eastern practice is extremely popular in Australia and practitioners report an elevated mood and feelings of contentment. Yoga develops you mentally, physically and spiritually; there are many forms and YouTube hosts many informative videos on yoga. Order a yoga mat online and some suitable clothing and you can make a start. If you prefer learning in a class environment, find a local yoga studio and enrol in one of their classes; you will also make new friends, which is never a bad thing.

Meditation

To meditate is to sit with oneself; it is not ‘thinking of nothing’, that is not possible, rather it is to focus your mind on a single thing, which could be your breathing, or the ticking of a clock, something to focus on. People who meditate regularly find it gives them mental clarity and like most things, the more you practice, the more competent you become. The vast majority of people who start meditating, continue the program for the rest of their lives, as they recognise the many benefits the practice brings.

Wellness holidays

Next time you are ready for a holiday, search the web for wellness retreats and book a stay at a nearby retreat. Bali and Thailand are the most popular venues for wellness and spa retreats, while there are many all over Australia, if you prefer not to travel too far. Some people book one week at a premium Thai wellness retreat and combine that with a regular holiday; choose the last week for the wellness retreat and you will arrive home recharged and ready for anything life can throw your way.

Start changing your life by booking a weekend at a top wellness retreat close to your home and enjoy a relaxing few days of luxury living.