National Relaxation Day…Let’s Make It More Than a Day
As a company focused on bringing wellness to people wherever they are at whatever time works best for them, we are clearly the biggest fans of a holiday focused on relaxation. National Relaxation Day is on August 15, and at Spa Theory we are all about the ways a good wellness day can make you more relaxed.
Why is Relaxing So Important?
Relaxing isn’t just a mindset. When we relax, our blood flow around our body increases which helps give us more energy. Also, when we relax our heart rate slows which lowers our blood pressure and reduces tension. This all helps us have a clearer and calmer mind. It helps with positive thinking, decision making, concentration, and memory retention as well. And we’re able to absorb nutrients more efficiently and have an overall better digestion system. All because we’re relaxed.
How Wellness Helps Aid Relaxation
Having an at-home spa day, or bringing wellness to the workplace with an in-office wellness day, isn’t a fancy perk or a luxury. There is real science supporting how wellness aids with relaxation.
1. Massages in particular are proven to provide up to a 50% reduction in the stress hormone cortisol.
2. Aromatherapy, which incorporates essential oils, when coupled with a massage or facial can help alleviate the symptoms of depression.
3. Facials help put your mind at ease and relieve tension in the face and neck.
4. Disconnecting from technology while getting a manicure/pedicure or a blowout and makeup styling, as examples, increases the ability for quiet self-reflection which calms the mind.
5. Massages increase the production of serotonin – the happy hormone – so you’re in a better mood after!
However, you decide to spend National Relaxation Day, remember, take time to relax. Your body and mind need it. And if you’re in the Atlanta area, take advantage of Spa Theory’s National Relaxation Day 2021 offer! Get 15% off any service* with code RELAX2021.
*Does not include gift cards, spa parties, corporate events, or wedding events. Service must be booked prior to 8/16/21.
