I get genuinely excited when I meet people who share my belief in the power of being in nature. That’s why, when I met Laura, I knew I had to share Greatness Retreats with you. While there’s something truly special about having your own personal oasis at home, there’s also something magical about stepping away and experiencing that same sense of retreat in a completely new location.
In an era of heavy screentime and burnout, many people need an escape from the
stress and chaos of everyday life. But many don’t realize how stepping outside your
door can help them feel better.
That’s where the Greatness Retreat comes in, a life coaching business founded by
Laura Comilla, that allows women to pause and reconnect through nature by
inviting them to a series of retreats. The upcoming retreat in Carmel, California offers
guided reflection, journaling, meditation, 3 different hiking trails, art, and yoga.
Research from author Florence William’s book, “The Nature Fix,” shows that just a
few days immersed in nature can cause a 50% increase in creativity and problem-
solving ability.
But you don’t have to travel far to feel nature’s impact. Even small doses of outdoors
– such as sitting in your garden or enjoying the plants on your rooftop – can help
clear your mind and reduce stress. Williams found that just 15 minutes immersed in nature can reduce cortisol levels, blood pressure, heart rate and overall reducing stress.
That’s the goal of Topiarius. At Topiarius, we incorporate nature into everything we do
– from rooftop gardens, tree-lined patios, or backyard retreats. Therefore, nature’s
benefits can be brought into everyday life. These spaces are not created just to look
beautiful but to support your well-being and to become a daily activity of immersing
yourself in nature.
Both of our two businesses encourage people to unplug from screens and the
busyness of work and life to tune into themselves. Topiarius guides the physical
environment of nature, while Greatness Retreats encourages inner growth and
fulfillment that nature can evoke.
Whether for a trip to Carmel or a quiet five minutes in your home garden, these
businesses make nature more accessible. So, what are you waiting for? Contact
Topiarius and Greatness Retreat today and check us out on our social media
platforms!
Sources cited:
Williams, Florence. The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and
More Creative. First edition., W.W. Norton & Company, 2017.
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