Discover all our Lifestyle Reset holidays

A lifestyle change can be a transformative journey towards better well-being. It's all about making mindful choices in various aspects of life: food, exercise, alcohol, smoking, mindfulness, sleep or even transforming your career. Replacing sugar and processed food by nourishing meals. Regular physical activity to invigorate body and mind. Prioritize restful sleep for rejuvenation. Managing stress through relaxation techniques, like meditation or yoga, which can bring balance. Engaging in hobbies and spending time with loved ones enhances emotional fulfillment. Cultivate a positive mindset, focusing on gratitude and self-compassion. Limit screen time to foster real-world connections. Sustainable choices, such as reducing waste and using eco-friendly products, contribute to a healthier planet. 

Why is a healthy lifestyle important?

A healthy lifestyle contributes to an improved quality of life, such as reduced risks of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and diabetes, as well as mental benefits such as preventing depression or low self-esteem. Opting for a healthy lifestyle significantly contributes to an elevated quality of life.

A Fresh Start, how to start?

Established habits often prove tenacious. During moments of distraction, stress, or fatigue, reverting to old patterns can occur. Nevertheless, recognizing the triggers that prompt undesirable habits constitutes the crucial initial step. Subsequently, effecting behavioral change follows suit. Altering a specific aspect can serve as a catalyst for embarking on a fresh start. Taking a step back, appraising your current lifestyle, and contemplating what could or should be different characterizes this reset. Such a recalibration can span diverse domains: embracing wholesome eating habits, resuming regular exercise, adopting mindfulness practices, refining work-life equilibrium, nurturing personal growth, or uncovering a sense of purpose. This juncture offers a valuable opportunity for pause, enabling introspection into your current position, identifying sources of joy, pinpointing invigorating pursuits, and acknowledging actions that promote your physical well-being.

Areas where to reset a healthy lifestyle 

1. Embracing nutritious and varied dietary choices
   
2. Engaging in regular physical activity
   
3. Maintaining an optimal body weight
   
4. Less stress and more relaxation
   
5. Prioritizing sufficient sleep
   
6. Cultivating a positive thought framework
   
7. Limiting screen time
8. Refraining from smoking
9. Abstaining from alcohol consumption

1. Embracing nutritious and varied dietary choices

Kickstart a healthier food pattern with a detox approach. Break free from sugar cravings and processed fats by prioritizing whole, nutrient-rich options. Embrace detoxifying fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and whole grains. Gradually reduce processed foods to reset your palate and foster enduring well-being. A detox is a great reset for body & mind. This holistic approach empowers you with insights into nourishing your body effectively. 

2. Engaging in regular physical activity

Prioritizing physical activity, sports, and outdoor pursuits to stay fit and engaged. Regular exercise helps you feel lighter, fitter and healthier. Happier, even. Exercise keeps muscles and joints supple, improves physical condition, stimulates circulation and boosts the immune system. A Sport or Fitness Holiday can help you to restart your exercise and sport goals. It may help you to discover which type of sport you enjoy most. Or it could help you in achieving your specific goal (improved fitness levels, weight loss, muscle mass).

3. Maintaining an optimal body weight

A weight loss holiday allows you to focus exclusively on your health and wellness goals without the distractions and demands of daily life. It provides a dedicated period for self-care. Weight loss holidays provide a comprehensive and structured approach to weight management in a supportive and health-focused, relaxed environment. Do not expect miracles: you won’t lose 5 kilos in a week. The goal of a weight loss holiday is to gain sustainable weight loss over a period of time, including when you are back home again. 

4. Stress management

To reset your stress management pattern, start by identifying stress triggers. Develop healthier coping mechanisms like deep breathing, exercise, and mindfulness. Prioritize self-care, establish boundaries, and seek support from friends or professionals. Consistency and self-awareness are key to cultivating a more resilient and effective stress management approach. We mention 2 retreats - short or intense - for finding mental balance. 

5. Sleep Improvement

More than 30% of people worldwide aged 40 and older suffer from sleep disorders. These issues can be triggered by a busy lifestyle, excessive work-related stress, hormonal imbalances, emotional turmoil, or sometimes for no apparent reason. Several (luxury) Health & Wellbeing resorts worldwide offer specialized programs for sleep improvement. Guided by experts, these programs encompass various treatments and therapies from different areas of expertise and healing practices. Treatments may include acupuncture based on traditional Chinese medicine, physical activity, coaching, meditation, or soothing Ayurvedic therapies.

6. Cultivating a positive thought framework

Teaching ourselves positive thoughts is beneficial for our mental well-being. It assists us in handling stress and challenges more effectively, ultimately leading to increased happiness and self-assuredness. Therefore, embracing this healthy practice is highly recommended.

7. Limit Screen time 

Cutting back on screen time can supercharge your sleep quality and boost your overall well-being. Plus, it paves the way for more vibrant real life connections and relaxation!

8. Refraining from smoking

At times, we all require a gentle nudge to kick the smoking habit. Consider it your initial stride toward a healthier life. By breaking free from this addiction, you will experience a remarkable enhancement in your overall quality of life.

9. Abstaining from alcohol consumption

Deciding to quit alcohol is a powerful choice that can lead to a remarkable transformation in your physical and mental well-being. By giving up this habit, you pave the way for a healthier and more fulfilling life.