I know. I can hear you all thanking me for being your role model for extreme self-care. I told my coach the other day that I feel like I’m in the Olympics of self-care these days.
I leave bright and early tomorrow morning for a week at a resort. I do have some responsibility while I’m there–giving two talks. But, mostly I’ll be R&R’ing. I plan to hike, take aqua-fit classes, meditate and do yoga. All of my meals will be prepared with food from their organic gardens. No beds to make, no decisions to make either, other than hot stone massage or herbal wrap.
The resort is Rancho La Puerta. Watch the incredible history-movie.html about its origins. I was so inspired by the owner’s story. It’s now a high-end spa, but when she and her husband began it 40 years ago, you brought your own tent and it cost $17.50 a week.
My outgoing messages say that I am out of the country and will not be returning calls until December 28. I plan to turn off all electronics and totally relax and recharge for 2012. No blogs or newsletters until early January either.
I hope you’ll take designated time for yourself during this hectic season to use however you choose, whether it’s an hour, a day or more. If you happen to be taking my webinar and read this, you get extra credit for letting me know what you did for YOU.
Jane,
I have been there. Alice March invited me for a week and we gave a few talks. It is awesome. Be sure and try Nia and I spent time journaling at the beautiful pavilion on top of the hill.
Have a morning hike for me. And don’t forget the birdwatching tour, and the organic farm and…and…oh, hell take me with you!
@Linda – You started it! I had the best time. Totally loved it there, and hope to go back.
@Gail – I adored it, and giving talks was actually a bonus–to have the guests, who became friends, in the audience. I’d go back in a heartbeat.