Enjoy A Post Summer Well-Being Break And Get Back Into Balance

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For many September is a poignant marker of fresh starts. The long summer is over, we are back to school, back to work, back to a more normal routine. Whether you want to lose a few pounds, address a health issue or nurture emotional wellbeing, Autumn is an ideal time to hit the reset button. Here is Indigo Eight’s top 4 suggestions to get you back on track.

‍RAKxa, Thailand
‍Is it a holiday or a health break? Welcome to Asia’s first integrated wellness centre to seamlessly combine Western science-based medical treatments and first rate diagnostics with the remedial benefits of holistic Eastern practices. Four signature retreat programmes including detox, weight control, rebalance and recovery, are recommended and delivered according to individual need: whether that means tending to the physical, emotional, mental and/or spiritual. Combining new generation technology with ancient healing traditions, a team of first rate doctors and specialists help hold the space for profound lifestyle transformations. Located on the outskirts of Bangkok, expect a deliciously nourishing anti-inflammatory diet and a tropically stunning location.Costs from £6,631for 7-night programme.
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‍Ananda in the Himalayas, India
‍India’s star player takes a holistic result-driven approach to health issues. The Ananda Rebalance Programme addresses hormonal imbalances and symptoms of the menopause in women, and testosterone and other hormones in men, whilst also incorporating an overall lifestyle appraisal. Rooted in an understanding that poor health can be the result of energy blocks to the fourteen meridians of the body, intensive therapies correct and balance flow. Combined with opportunities for exceptional yoga, meditation techniques and a natural, vegetarian diet, benefits include alleviated pain, improved energy and a completely revitalised body. Visit nearby Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, dip into the ancient teachings of the Vedanta, emerge with a renewed perspective.Costs from £5,485 for 7-nightprogramme.
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‍Euphoria Retreat, Greece
‍Euphoria’s approach is rooted in a healing philosophy created by founder Marina Efraimoglou to encourage emotional healing, energy and balance. The powerful new Inner Emotional Harmony programme allows guests to become aware of their negative narratives and blocked emotions and provide tools to release them in a deep and safe way, making space for fresh starts, whether that be in work or relationships. The process takes guests on a transformative journey of self-discovery, so they are more ready to cope, more open to deep connection, and ready to live life again from a place of joy and peace. Powerfully holistic and uplifting, Greece in September/October is a tonic. Costs from £2,716 for 5-day programme.
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‍Original Mayr, Austria
‍The mothership of detoxing goes from strength to strength and the Mayr Deep Detox programme combines a carefully curated range of therapies with endorphin-boosting activities around stunning Lake Worthersee, one of the purest lakes in Europe. Gut issues, energy issues, sleep issues – you name it, specialised doctors of high repute will guide you onto the road of recovery. This programme is designed to deeply intensify the cleansing process of the intestines, liver, kidneys, lungs and skin. Return home sparkling. Costs from £3,296pp for 7-night programme.