Treatments in regards to saunas and spas have been shown to provide many benefits to the body and helps one relax, but its important to understand that the effectiveness of the treatment and the benefits that saunas offer are based on the perception one carry’s before and after the treatment. One of the many benefits of saunas is the relaxing effect and its ability to increase serotonin levels which leads to greater feelings of joy and less anxiety. With the increase of serotonin levels this helps decrease stresses that may be caused by environmental factors. The issue however, is that there isn’t a widely accessible methods for those who may not be able to afford it as sauna treatment to experience it. Sauna treatments vary in price points but most of the times its a very expensive process. Within the article, the author mentioned how people in metropolitan areas such as New York and Finland find it difficult to find to find affordable saunas.
Although it my not be accessible for all, once one has the opportunity to experience a sauna, they should be inclined to allow for the spiritual and mental state of their self’s to slow down and fully emerge themselves into the experience to gain its full potential. During the lectures I learned about the adversities one may face which can lead to physiological changes during the sauna but letting go of ones perceptions and fears will allow a complete experience and one should develop a state of full calmness while in the sauna. Within the NYT article, this idea is reinforced as wellness is not solely obtained though the physical treatment alone. The author exemplifies her experience while in New York on creating a sense of wellness; however she only achieves this feeling when recalling the Finnish idea that soundness and wellness is about the appreciation of the natural environment and simplicities.
Many may counter argue and encourage the idea that it simply is a placebo effect that is pushed to allow for money to be generated, but this opinion must be digressed. Learning information through lectures and experiencing this sauna first hand has taught me that the benefits do indeed exist and it was quite enjoyable indeed. The sauna experience within Norderney was one of the best excursions I had the pleasure of experiencing. The various therapies that were offered were absolutely splendid and I would highly advise family and friends alike to enjoy their stay at the badehause. Similar to me, the author also reached a discovery that differing spa treatments reached differing states of emotions which illustrates that the treatment can also be tailored to ones inner self and help them full experience the benefits. A state of wellness can differ from person to person so it is important to reflect into ones tastes and see which one truly fits their needs. Although the treatment itself can attribute to many qualities akin to rejuvenation, it is critical to focus on the human condition as well and find that a shift in minds set to find beauty within the day to day life and ones simple surrounding can also lead to an overall better lifestyle and wellness. Stay spa treatin, cause ya never know when you’ll be getting a beatin!
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