“When the street lights come on, you better be in this house!” As a child these struck fear in my heart. When I was about 11 years old, I would find myself getting into trouble a lot during the summer. As I result, I would miss out on vacations, block parties, and a host of other things. Fueled by boredom, sadness, and envy of other kids, I was determined to bring the party to me. I built an indoor fort/retreat in my room, even snuck snacks into my “sheet palace.”
Before the virus and after, most of us lead busy lives. Finding time for self care becomes increasing harder, when you are juggling full time job, school, kids, and other obligations. We all need an escape, and personal retreats are always available, but cost and time can be difficult to manage. A Milwaukee Therapist looks to increase the use of virtual retreating in Wisconsin.
With the tag line “Retreat, Regroup, Rejuvenate,” the innovative experience aims to do just that from the comfort of our home.
During these difficult times and beyond, it’s important to pay attention to ones mental health needs. “ It is a condensed version of a in person retreat” says Rodgers, who is also a healthy food caterer, and business consultant. As a mental health clinician she constantly looks for ways to extend herself professionally, hosting online self care tips during the week.
“ The retreat will be an intensified focus on the individuals holistic health.” Said Rodgers who plans to roll this out April 30th. For more information visit LivingWMarrika.Life. I highly encourage you to take your self care seriously, stay healthy.