I am training for a marathon. I am raising two very rambunctious boys. I am a mom, a wife, a professional recruiter, a publisher. I manage the household, do laundry, cook, and clean. I carry kids. I am up before the sun and go to bed too late. My mind runs a mile a minute. "Spare time" is something that I dream of.
Probably sounds a heck of a lot like your life, right? If I know my readers like I think I do, you inserted a few mmhmm's and me too's while you read that paragraph. You probably have stress and maybe even anxiety from all of it, just like me. Moms need relief. Relief from sore muscles, stress, anxiety.
A couple of years ago, I had the opportunity to try float therapy for the first time and I haven't looked back. Wondering what I'm talking about? Simply put, floating is an incredible way to put the hecticness of life on pause and relax mentally and physically. You spend your session in a personal-sized float tank that allows you to float weightlessly in a pool of body temperature water and thousands of pounds of Epsom salt.
I had the chance to introduce a good friend of mine to float therapy at Paradise Float Spa earlier this week and she is hooked. Understandably, she had a few questions about the process and Denise was there to help acquaint her with the process. Among my friend's worries: Will I feel claustrophobic? (No.) Will I sink? (Impossible.) Will I fall asleep? (It's probable.) Will I be able to relax? (It might take some time, but yes.)
Paradise Float Spa has gorgeous personal float rooms that include a robe and slippers, multiple towels and washcloths, all of the toiletries you can imagine, and a rainfall shower. We got ourselves ready for the experience (with a tepid shower) and stepped into the tank. The tanks here have buttons that allow you to control whether you have a lot of light in the tank, a little light, or complete darkness during your float. I go for the complete sensory deprivation and turned out all of the lights.
To imagine the experience yourself, close your eyes. Plug your ears. That's it. Complete darkness. Complete silence. No crying kids. No one asking for help. No messes staring at you willing you to clean up. No stress. Your mind gets a break from the endless everyday sensory experiences. Once you're able to fully relax (it might take some time, but you'll get there), your mind will be rested and recharged. The feeling of zero-gravity will take the pressure off your muscles, and you'll feel relief in muscles you didn't even know were tense.
Denise has thought of everything when it comes to the design of Paradise Float Spa. Her space is immaculately clean and looks brand new. There is a post-float relaxation room that is blissful with relaxing chairs, blankets, water, tea, essential oils, and more. From shampoo to contact lens solution to makeup remover, she as toiletries available for whatever you may have a need. She even has hair dryers available for after your float!
We had such an amazing experience at Paradise Float Spa and will definitely be making more regular appointments. After my 60 minute session, my mind felt clear. I felt lighter. My patience level was heightened. My back and shoulders felt 10 years younger. I was ready to take on my kids again.
Mamas, you need to try this out. Your body and mind will thank you... trust me.
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Paradise Float Spa
619 Severn Avenue
Annapolis, MD
410-280-1960
info@paradisefloatspa.com
I was provided a complimentary floating session for the purposes of this review. All opinions are my own and 100% truthful.
