In case you hadn’t heard me screaming about it on every social media platform I own… I’m going on a Yoga retreat! I’m still absolutely buzzing and I cannot wait – this is something I’ve never done before and something I’d never even considered doing. I’ve been really into my Yoga for about 2 years now; I practice daily, I work on different areas of Yoga and I’m always trying to expand my practice and work on my body. Not just to get fitter and trimmer – although that’s a bonus – but just learning about my own body, what feels good, what doesn’t and unlocking different areas and poses that I didn’t really know existed. Yoga has changed my life but I’ve never considered taking it further than the comfort of my living room before now.
Booking this retreat was quite a spur of the moment decision. It wasn’t something I’ve been looking into at all nor had I set out to book a Yoga retreat that particular day when I turned on my laptop. I was bored actually, did a quick Google search of ‘UK Yoga Retreats’ and had a little look at what was on offer. And one instantly stood out to me and somehow, I knew I had to go to it.
The retreat I’m going on is run by a lady called Tiffany, who runs Nuture Works, at a renovated farm house in Norfolk (where I’ve been on my boat holidays twice before so I know I love it there!) I’m not going to talk too much about the retreat itself just yet because I’ll likely be blogging about it when I get back and share everything then (as I’m sure Hello Bexa will as well, who’s coming too!) but today, I wanted to share what I’m hoping to gain from going on a Yoga retreat.
Social media detox
Working as a self-employed blogger and small business owner, it’s very difficult to me to have any sort of social media detox. An odd day here or there but even when I’m on holiday I’m usually checking Twitter, replying to emails and a number of other small tasks which can be done through my phone. I want to really have a good go at a full on social media detox over the weekend that I’m at the retreat; no Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or emails. And I think it will do wonders for me on a mental level.
Reflection
With the retreat being in November, quite near the end of the year, I think it’ll be a really great time to do a lot of reflecting over what’s happened in the last 10 months. I like that it’s a Winter retreat – not only because I love the colder months but because it seems like a nice way to semi-end the year. And as with the end of anything, comes a lot of reflection and I’m hoping to have a good sit down with myself and think about what I’ve learned and what I can take with me, going forward.
Meeting other strong women
This is a women’s only retreat, which I absolutely love and by going, I’m hoping I’m able to meet and connect with different types of women who are there for a number of reasons. I have no doubt that there will be a wide spectrum of ages there and reasons for attending and I’m hoping I can learn from the other women at the retreat. Also, as previous mentioned, Bexa from Hello Bexa is also attending this retreat with me so I’m looking forward to spending time with a fellow blogger and getting to know her better, too!
Strength
Not physical strength – mental strength. The impression I’m getting of this retreat from the website is that it’s very nurturing and restorative. For example, a lot of women who have had fertility problems go to this particular retreat as a way to regroup and reawaken after what may have been a tough year and on emailing the owner of the retreat, she told me it’s a great place for any woman with any type of women’s health / wellness issue to go and do what you need to do. Having anxiety, going to this retreat at all is a huge step for me so for that reason, I’m hoping to gain even more mental strength from doing something out of my comfort zone.
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How was the retreat? Did you get to get a Social Media break? I also struggle to put down SM as I am launching my yoga business and want to be responsive.
I haven’t been yet, it’s in November 🙂
A yoga retreat is definitely on my bucket list. I have never been, but will definitely go one day!
Hope you get to go one day!
Nee too! And then I will ask you for recommendations!
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It’s nice to hear you have also been on a yoga journey. I love the fact that you’ve bitten the bullet and booked the retreat. I would love to try a yoga retreat but don’t know if I’d ever be brave enough. It’s unlikely that anyone I know would want to come so I would have to face it alone. Which I find scary. Can’t wait to hear all about it. Im sure it’ll be amazing!
I have extreme generalised anxiety disorder so if I can do it, you certainly could! I was originally going to go on my own but I think the key is to find somewhere you’re comfortable. Mine is only a 2 hour drive away and I’ve spoken to the woman who runs it via email a few times and she’s so lovely. It’s a women’s only retreat and it sounds perfect for me. I know my anxiety will be up in the air but you’ve just got to push through and gain the benefits from it 🙂 x
Funnily enough the company that is running the aerial yoga class I’m starting next week also runs yoga retreats so maybe I would find that easier as I will get to know how she is in class. I’ll certainly consider it for future but it is a big step doing it without someone holding my hand! I’ll definitely think about looking into different retreats to find one that’s right for me. 😀
So excited for you! I just went to my first yoga festival and the thing that struck me was the sense of community. People were really warm and open right off the bat.
I bet they were! That’s amazing 🙂 xx
That retreat sounds amazing, I’ve been looking at similar retreats for myself and detoxing from social media and my phone. Let me know how it was when you get back.
Amy | hookedonthemusic.com
I definitely will be blogging about it 🙂 xx
Many blessings on your journey. Retreat can bring so much depth to your yoga practice. Please let me know if you would like to join our yatra to Rajasthan this November or perhaps a retreat to the Himalayas next year. We’d love to have you join us. Thank you for your blog post.
health is wealth, yoga show the path. Life is beautiful , Enjoy it .
Hope you have an amazing time. I would love to go on a yoga retreat.
Steph x
http://www.wanderlustpulse.com
Thank you I’m sure I will! 🙂 x
How exciting! I love how spontaneous the planning of this was! Spontaneous trips are always the best ones! I’m so excited to see yours and Bexa’s posts when you get back and see how great it was! The social media detox sounds great. It’s so hard to switch off as a blogger, but you’re so right, it’ll be amazing for your mental health! It’ll be an amazing time to reflect and think about the year to come. It sounds like a great way to meet people and I’m so excited that Bexa is going with you and that you two get to bond too. It’s amazing that, despite your anxiety, you’re still stepping outside of your comfort zone and doing something that will really make a difference to your life both physically and mentally! Looking forward to hearing all about it when you’re back! I’d LOVE to join you if you ever go again!
Lots of love,
Molly xo
http://gracetoglowandgo.com
Awh thanks so much! I’m so hoping to go again next year if I love it that much 🙂 xxx
This sounds like it’s going to be such a lovely break for you. I am in awe of your hard-working ways but I’m also glad to hear you’re going to take some time to focus on yourself and to feel your best. I reckon you’re going to have an amazing time and I can’t wait to hear about it!
Beth x
Thanks so much! 🙂 xxx
Detoxing from social media is always really good. A yoga retreat will be fun and so relaxing!
That’s what I’m hoping! 🙂 xxx
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Yoga retreat sounds so interesting 😱 Definitely interested in hearing what its like 🤔
Abi xx
https://simple-joys.blog
I’ll definitely be blogging aBout it xx
This sounds amazing! I’d love to go to something like that to just completely switch off and reset. I look forward to reading all about it!
That’s what I’m hoping to do! 🙂
That sounds so exciting! What a fun and relaxing thing to do. I really hope you benefit from it. I need to restart practicing yoga, I’ve fallen out of it for a few months but it’s so beneficial! xx
Alys
https://alysjournals.com/
I’m sure I will 🙂 xxx
This sounds fabulous I hope you and Bexa have a great time! It will be great to have some time away from social media, i find it gets a bit much sometimes as a blogger and a break is always good. I recently had a short break away and it did me the world of good! I also love the idea of using it as an oppourtunity for reflection as when we are busy at home it’s alomost impossible to do, for me anyway!
Great post Jenny, I look forward to seeing your post-retreat blog!
Melanie | http://www.frasersfunhouse.com
It’s definitely almost impossible to do that at home when there’s so much going on and so much to think about! cxc
Oh wow! A yoga retreat sounds perfect 😍 I’ve been doing yoga on and off about a year now and really think it opens the mind and heart up as well as the body. I cannot wait to hear all about your retreat! Good luck with it 😊
Jo | mindfuladventures.co.uk
Thank you 🙂 xxx
That’s amazing Jenny!! I myself need to get back into yoga, and reading about your yoga retreat is so exciting and I never realized there’d be so many benefits!! Hope you enjoy it, girlie! 🤗💖
-Abeni
https://amadmaverick.wordpress.com
Thank you I’m sure I will! 🙂 xxx
Omg I’m so jelly!! I hope you have an amazing time. I plan on going on one myself I’ve been practicing for a little while. Can’t wait to read about your experience 💜
Which one are you doing? xxx
Sounds amazing. Hope you have an awesome time Jenny. 🙂
Thank you 🙂 xxx
🙂 xxx
Hope you have the best time on your Yoga Retreat babe 🌸✨
With love, Alisha Valerie x | AlishaValerie.com
Thank you xx
Yoga is not merely a physical activity or exercising but undoubtedly a lifestyle , which ensures physical and mental health both.
Best part of Yoga is that it makes body and mind relaxed and calm. Inner peace that comes with yoga has detoxification effect.
I have been practicing this for 3 years and felt a tremendous change in my life and health as well.
https://mummykiduniya.wordpress.com/2018/06/20/yoga-for-well-being/
I’ve been looking into yoga lately, although I’m at the moment only considering getting a yoga mat instead of sending myself to a retreat, it does sound amazing and certainly something you can look out to through these very hot summer days! 😉
Love,
Dominique
http://www.fashionedbypluche.blogspot.com
Thanks! Indeed I’m SO excited! Getting into Yoga is a great step! xxx
This sounds amazing, always think every now and then I should do a social media detox and have a break! X
Absolutely! I think we could all do with that 🙂 xxx
I bet you are going to meet so many amazing new people! A yoga retreat sounds like such fun and reflection!
I do hope so! 🙂 xxx
This sounds amazing! I hope that you have a wonderful and very peaceful time!
Thank you,
I hope so too! 🙂 xxx
Have an amazing time with Bexa! I’m so envious I would love to go to a yoga retreat one day. Please take lots of pictures! Definitely turn your phones off during the day and enjoy it
Kate xx
We totally will! Maybe next year you can join us! xxx
This sounds like a perfect weekend and break. Detoxing and chilling, just before Christmas, great timing. I hope you and Bexa have an amazing experience and I’ll look forward to reading your respective blog posts when you’re both back! x
Lisa | http://www.lisasnotebook.com
Great timing indeed! I love that it’s in November for that reason 🙂 xxx
This simply sounds amazing and I hope you gain everything you wish for! Look forward to reading all about it!
Jessica & James | http://www.foodandbaker.co.uk / http://www.foodandbakertravels.co.uk
Thank you! 🙂 xxx
I hope you have an amazing time xx
Thank you xxx
I hope you have the best time! I don’t do yoga regularly but I love the idea of a little health retreat. A social media detox sounds amazing too x
Sophie
http://www.glowsteady.co.uk
Doesn’t it! I really can’t wait to switch off xxx
Reading this has made me even more excited about the yoga retreat Jenny! 💖 It’s definitely the perfect opportunity for a social media detox whilst we are away. I also can’t wait to meet you and other amazing women and spend some time reflecting on the year. It’s a great time to chill as well before the busy Christmas season begins. We are going to have the best time!! 💕😘 xx
Bexa | http://www.hellobexa.com
Same! I re-read my post this morning and got that ‘lump in the throat from excitement’ 😂 I’m SO excited! It’s going to be so so good. I’d definitely think about going again next year if it’s brilliant 🙂 xxx
This sounds really fun thing to do. Hope you enjoy it. Waiting for your post on retreat.
This sounds absolutely amazing! Cannot wait to hear your thoughts on your visit.
Heather | x Highland Beauty
Thanks 🙂 I can’t wait to talk about it! xxx
I can’t wait to hear all about your trip! I’ve tried to focus more on my health and eating habits, so working out has started to come into play and I am excited to try different workouts, maybe I’ll find something I’m as passionate about as you are with yoga
Hopefully! You should give yoga a go 🙂 xx
This is something I have always been interested in but never actually done. My sister-in-law is a yoga instructor and is always talking about how much she loves her retreats and benefits from attending them. I hope that you have a great time and it lives up to all your expectations (and more)!
Britt | http://alternativelyspeaking.ca
Thank you 🙂 I’m sure it will. Wow, a yoga instructor would be my dream! xxx
I’ve always wanted to get into yoga but I’ve just never done it. The retreat sounds amazing though, I’d love to do something like that that just allows me to take time out of my life essentially. I feel like yoga would be good for me, especially to be at peace with myself and like you said gain strength mentally.
Abbie
overpeachchic.com
Check out my Yoga With Adriene video recommendations! Those are a good place to start 🙂 xxx
I have never been on a yoga retreat but that’d be so amazing! I’d love to try! No social media and 100% relaxation! i’d need that!
Definitely! I think we all need that 😂 xxx
No way are you going on a yoga retreat! I am so jealous I’d love to go on one
Yes way 🙂 I’m thrilled to finally be doing one! xxx
I would love to go to a yoga retreat x
http://www.ofbeautyandnothingness.co.uk
There’s plenty about 🙂 xx
This sounds amazing, I would love to do something similar to this in the future. So, I’ll be very excited to here all your thoughts after the retreat! 🙂
Kate | http://www.katelovesx.co.uk
I’ll definitely be sharing absolutely everything! 🙂 xxx
The retreat sounds amazing! I hope you have a great time and allows you for time to reflect!
Rebecca Elaine x
Thank you 🙂 xxx
Best of luck on the yoga retreat! I really hope you have a fantastic time! I hope you enjoy your social media detox, reflection and meeting new people. It sounds like a great opportunity. Would love to hear what you thought of it!
Thank you! I’ll definitely be blogging about it 🙂 xxx
It sounds *amazing*.
I always try to do something in November like a special dinner or a weekend away, it’s a nice way to end the year.
Cora | http://www.teapartyprincess.co.uk/
I think I’ll start doing the same to be honest! December is usually too busy with Christmas preparations and stuff! xxx
A yoga retreat sounds like absolute heaven right now!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
Right! Although I wouldn’t fancy it in this heat 😂 xxx
I’m looking forward to hearing how you enjoyed the retreat!
Thanks! I can’t wait to blog about it and hopefully get some lovely photos too 🙂 xxx
Hope you have an amazing time!!
Thank you! I’m certain I will 🙂 xxx
Yessss. 🙏🏽
It sounds so perfect I’d love to do this one day can’t wait to read about it, enjoy ladies!!
Thank you! I can’t wait to write about it 🙂 xxx
Oh my word that sounds beyond amazing! (jumps about excitedly!) I’d say it’ll be amazing and the feeling afterwards, the adrenaline, excitement and all round lovely feeling will last and last! well done in advance and enjoy!
I sure hope so! 🙂 xxx
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