No Vacation this year? Try a Personal Retreat

Getting away from it all can be difficult if you don’t know where to go. Worse still during a pandemic, recession, or whatever economic impacts are hitting us right now.

Vacationing with technology can make it even harder. Many people overschedule themselves, but setting aside some time for yourself just got even more challenging. Luckily, you don’t need to spend your entire break traveling to exotic locales in order to get the healing and rejuvenating benefits of a personal retreat. In fact, you may find surprise at how much of a difference such an isolated getaway can have on your wellbeing.

Woman with books and ipad doing a personal retreat

A personal retreat is a wonderful way to reconnect with yourself and get grounded again after being constantly connected through technology—especially if you’re prone to feeling disconnected or overwhelmed. If you find yourself struggling with staying focused, overstimulated and disconnected from other people, getting away from everything for some peace and quiet may be just what you need. Even if it feels like right now that doesn’t mean that things will always feel that way for you in the future; a personal retreat can help bring balance back into your life. Here are some great reasons why now might be the perfect time for a personal retreat:

Get control of your career

If you’ve been feeling overworked, it might be because you’re not taking time for yourself. A personal retreat can give you the space and time to refresh your mind and reorganize your priorities. It will help you to regain perspective on what really matters in life, so that you can be more intentional about how you spend your time. As a busy professional, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle of day-to-day life and forget about setting boundaries for yourself—and neglecting yourself could have consequences at work as well as home. If you want to break out of this cycle and find better balance in your career and life, a personal retreat is a great way to do just that.

Stop procrastinating

If you’re struggling with procrastination, a personal retreat can help you stop and take a break. With so much going on in your life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of busy schedules and obligations. Without even realizing it, you may have put off important tasks or made them suffer because of your lack of control. However, when you go on a personal retreat, you’ll have time to reflect and make necessary changes before getting back to work.

Learn new skills

If you’ve been feeling a little bored and ready for something new, a personal retreat could be the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill, like yoga or meditation. You might also find yourself feeling more at ease around other people after re-establishing some space in your life.

Get more out of your job

Have you ever been feeling unfulfilled with your job? Maybe you don’t feel like you’re really making a difference in the lives of others or providing something valuable to the world. One way to potentially change your perspective is to take time off from work and make a personal retreat part of your routine. It helps you get more out of your job and make it easier to look back at what makes the most sense for you long-term, such as how much work you want to spend on social media or how many hours per day you can realistically be present in your work.

Save your marriage

A personal retreat can provide a much-needed break from the stresses of everyday life. If you and your partner are on two different schedules, it might be a good time to take a trip and spend some quality time together. Many people find that getting away for a few days helps to rekindle their relationship again.

The time is now

Whether you have time off from work or you’re just looking for a break, now is the perfect time to invest in your own personal retreat. This can be a great way to reenergize and recharge yourself before the final push of summer comes. Additionally, this is a perfect opportunity for people who are feeling particularly busy to get some much-needed rest. You could also use this as an opportunity to reconnect with loved ones and friends. There are many other benefits of taking time out for yourself. For example, practicing mindfulness meditation has been shown to reduce stress levels and promote happiness while improving cognitive function and lowering blood pressure. You can also practice yoga, meditate or journal—all activities that can help you get back into balance while also cultivating self-love and acceptance.


I hope you enjoyed my post about Trying a Personal Retreat. Have you tried a retreat before? Is there something that really worked for you? I would love to hear about it! Thank you for reading!

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