My Retreat

31/12/2023

15/12/2023

What is the purpose of Ho Oponopono? Learning forgiveness

The Hawaiian word ho'oponopono roughly translates to
'make things right' or to 'make things move back to balance'.
The practice teaches the importance of love and forgiveness through a process that allows the participant to rid themselves of burdens or 'pohaku' in order to heal.

06/12/2023

“Sometimes, we can only find our true direction, when we let the wind of change carry us.” Mimi Novic

Due to big changes in my personal life, I have made the decision to close My Retreat

“Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” Martin Luther King Jr.

My Retreat will be open until Saturday 23rd of December, and let the new journey begin :-)

“Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.”
Jonathan Lockwood Huie

30/11/2023

Hello Summer! ☀️

30/11/2023

Order your products and gifts by the 5th of December!
I will be putting in my last order of the year, make sure you have what you need.

Contact Leigh on 021 271 1700 if you would like to discuss or order any product.
Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

19/11/2023

Appointments available this week, treat yourself!

Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

15/11/2023

Thinking about Christmas gifts?
Aura-Soma has a new Pomander – The Rose Pink Pomander, Unconditional Love

How is it that we might accept ourselves on the deepest level, or how we learn to love ourselves - even the parts that we feel are less than lovable. How it happens is through Pink energy and particularly through Rose Pink where we are able to go beyond filters and see things the way they are.
The fragrance of the Rose Pink Pomander is truely exquisite.
The formulation is a combination of the old English Rose varieties that were grown at the Aura-Soma base in Tetford, and include Tuberose, Palmarosa, and a hint of Frankincense.
Considering these with the inclusion of the crystal combinations; Rose Quartz, Opal, Clear Quartz, Rubellite, Watermelon Tourmaline and more, this Pomander will be extremely supportive for anybody that is going through any difficulty or feeling under attack for whatever reason.

For more information contact Leigh on 021 271 1700 if you would like to discuss or order. Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

08/11/2023

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31/10/2023

Its November Monthly Special Time!

Book a little ME time for you and a friend. This special is available to purchase and redeem during the month of November

Contact Leigh on 021 271 1700 to make a time
Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

26/10/2023

This DIY easy homemade sugar scrub recipe exfoliates and moisturizes all at once. Your skin will feel brand new and incredibly soft and luxurious. It is simple to make yourself with just two main ingredients that you likely have on hand already. It takes about ten minutes. This sugar scrub recipe makes a great gift when given in cute little reusable glass jars.
Recipe:
3 Cups White Sugar
1 Cup Coconut Oil
2-3 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
6 glass jars
Coconut oil is typically solid at room temperature, so add the coconut oil to a glass microwave safe bowl and heat for 10-15 seconds. Just enough that it liquifies but doesn’t heat up. Next, combine the sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a large glass bowl and mix well. Spoon the sugar scrub into glass mason jars, decorate with colourful twine or ribbon, and add a label with the list of ingredients and made-on date. (Lasts 2 Month, if not used before :-))
Give as gifts or enjoy on your own!

15/10/2023

Spring is in the air, and so are random rainfalls and fluctuating temperature. Between September and November is the transition from the dry, chilly winter to a hot and humid summer. Here are some spring wellness and beauty tips to help your skin adapt to the changing seasons.

Exfoliate - As the warmer weather rolls around and we are already so eager to go out to sunbathe, make sure you shed the rough and flaky winter skin for a smooth and lasting tan. Exfoliate before we get the intense summer sun. Use a gentle exfoliator for your face that you can use on a regular basis. Avoid over exfoliating your face. Every 4 weeks is enough.

Go lighter with your moisturizer - As the humidity starts to rise, we can put away our shield against the harsh winter air and swap our thick moisturisers and serums for lighter options. If we continue to use thick creams daily it could kick start excessive oil production, which will clog pores and encourage breakouts. Look for lighter products that contain hydrating ingredients, like hyaluronic acid, which will add a natural dewiness to your complexion.

Apply SPF - While we are excited to finally spend more time outside in the sunshine, spring is a high risk time for sun damage because the temperature is warm but we may not feel how strong the sun is.

09/10/2023

Music is one of the most enjoyable human experiences. Music is an ever-present companion to people’s everyday lives. Music can alter our mood, emotions, motivation, and movement. We listen to music and experience emotions in the absence of any events causing us to feel joy, sadness, or excitement.

One of the best ways to relax and unwind is to listen to music, but not just any type of music – relaxing music. You may already have your methods for relaxing, but you could definitely try to add listening to relaxing music to the list as it could help you chill out even faster.

Press the play button, take a deep breath ....
Enjoy & Relax

Start your day Positive. Enjoy this video with uplifting music and different images to ease into your day

30/09/2023

Fancy coming for the October Monthly Special?

I'M READY FOR SPRING *PACKAGE*

Contact Leigh on 021 271 1700 to make a time
Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

21/09/2023

Hope you enjoy this recipe - EDIBLE FLOWER SPRING ROLLS

Look no further for Spring Rolls that are unbelievably easy to make, delicious and healthy! I like to serve them a with dipping sauce. They make a great light lunch, dinner or appetizer.
This recipe is extremely forgiving, and easy to adapt to use ingredients that you like and have on hand. A simple peanut or sweet chili sauce that puts them over the top!
Assemble all of your ingredients together, including chopped veggies, cooked chicken, shrimp, noodles, herbs, and rice paper wrappers. Chop or shred all your fillings.

1. Dip wrappers in water.
Fill a large shallow dish or pie plate with an inch or so of water.
Take one rice paper wrapper and place it in some water to soak for about 10 to 15 seconds then place on a cutting board or countertop. The rice wrapper should still feel pretty firm at this point. It will soften as it sits and as you add the filling ingredients. (If you let it soak for too long it will tear more easily when rolled).

2. Add filling.
Layer everything on the ⅓ of the spring roll that is closest to you. Add 1-2 of each ingredient, and small pinch of noodles.

3. Wrap.
Pick up the sides of the spring roll and fold them in over the toppings. Then pick up the edge closest to you and pull it up and snugly over the toppings. Continue rolling all the way up like a burrito. Practice will make perfect, but just try to keep all of the ingredients held tightly together as you roll everything up.

4. Enjoy

15/09/2023

My Retreat stocks the Bestow product range, moisturize and nourish your skin from within.

What you apply topically is important, but true skin transformation
is only possible when we work from within.
Bestow offers a beautiful range of organic super-food blends, recipes and rituals.
Click below for more information, & contact Leigh on 021 271 1700 if you would like to discuss or order products.
Email: leigh@myretreat.co.nz

Bestow Beauty NZ was founded by experienced Beauty Therapist and Dermo-nutritionist Janine Tait. True skin transformation only happens when we work from within.

07/09/2023

I am so lucky to have a room with this beautiful view.

31/08/2023

Hello Spring! 🥀