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S TAY W E L L Rejuvenation… things that make you go ahhhhh! DA NA M A H ON THERE IS NOTHING QUITE like feeling rejuvenated, that
If solo recharging is your jam, quiet walks in nature,
sense of renewal, revitalization and restoration. There
early morning meditation and yoga practices, or sip-
are many factors that contribute to feeling rejuvenated.
ping a delightful midday tea or healthy mocktail may
For some it is rest, for others it may be a 25km hiking
be all you need to feel restored. Mocktails can be made
adventure. Perhaps time with family rejuvenates you,
using a chilled herbal tea, adding sparkling water, some
or time in solitude. It is entirely subjective and any way
ice and fresh mint, lime or frozen berries, or all three!
you choose to cultivate it is perfect. Whether on “official” summer holidays or not, spendSpeaking of perfect, late summer / early fall can be the
ing time outdoors; enjoying the abundance of healthy,
perfect season to rejuvenate. Days are still long, the
fresh, local food if we are fortunate enough to have the
sun is shining and people tend to be in relatively good
access and resources; and hopefully playing a bit more
moods, likely in part due to the number of daylight
than usual, are all wonderful ways to recharge.
hours! This all lends to fun and carefree social engagements like beach day barbecues, evening fire sits, or
Breaking some habitual patterns, for example, visiting a
other simple gatherings. Quality time with loved ones
new coffee shop, trying a different river spot, or explor-
and friends can be the perfect antidote to feeling burnt
ing a local artisan shop can also add to a sense of renew-
out or drained.
al. Getting out of town on a day or overnight excursion can do wonders too.
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