One cannot underestimate the power of getting away from it all and the importance of relaxing on a regular basis. Although it is important to set goals and work hard to achieve them, it is just as imperative to slow down on a regular basis for relaxing and enjoying the fruits of your labor. People choose many forms and fashions to facilitate their need for relaxing from vacations to massages. Each person has that one thing that sets them at ease.
Relaxing by Vacation
My wife and I went on a week-long vacation at the beginning of summer and it was absolutely what we needed to recharge our batteries. Since then the summer has been extremely trying for both of us and since summer is just about over, we decided to take a quick, relaxing three-day getaway to the North Georgia mountains. We happened to find an excellent bargain at Valhalla Resort near Helen, GA and it looks to be exactly what we need to end the summer on a positive relaxing note! The main draw for me about this amazing hotel…. 24-hour room service!
We both enjoy the mountains and the small, touristy towns that can be found dotted all over the area. The plan is to spend three days in Helen, GA and then on our way back home, stop in Dahlonega, GA for the day. There are several amazing waterfalls in the area and this area is special to us because we were married near a waterfall in the area and my wife has family in Dahlonega.
Relaxing Through Massage
While vacations are the ultimate relaxation tool for many people, sometimes it is just too difficult or costly to get away. A staycation could be exactly what you need and one of the best ways to make your ordinary life a bit more posh is to book a massage for yourself and your partner. Most areas offer fairly reasonably priced places and massages can range from full-body to just isolating one part of the body. Many places offer package deals that can be customized to make sure you get the most out of your relaxing spa day.
Maybe these are not for you. I only like to travel and vacation with my wife. If I am on my own, my main form or relaxing is gaming, writing, or reading a good book. I still can’t get myself adjusted to an electronic reader. There is just something so relaxing about an old book with tattered pages. It is like visiting with an old friend. What is your main way of relaxing?
You may also like this post about my recent training away from home!
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