By the time this gets posted I’ll have been at The Golden Door in Escondido, CA for the first of my seven day stay. I know I’ll have lots to report about it when I return, but looking forward to it is almost as satisfying.
For years extreme self-care has been a high priority in my life. As a woman and business owner I am constantly using my energy to create, relate, motivate and deliver. There’s also the life force I use to nurture my family, friends, clients, prospects and vendors. That’s a lot of good juju (as my friend L.A. Reding would say) going out. I know I need to replenish that on a regular basis.
I do.
I meditate twice daily, exercise almost daily, eat well and have an active spiritual life and community. I surround myself with positive people–loving friends and family.
My intention in spending a week at the Golden Door is Inner Focus as their Welcome Package so eloquently puts it. I want complete quiet away from my office and home, the phone, email, noise and distractions. I have no idea what will come out of this empty space. I do know that nature abhors a vacuum. I’m ready to receive new insights, ideas and inspiration from that place within that rarely has space to get heard.
Since one of my own company’s offerings is a retreat for women at a luxury spa, I’m modeling the behavior for future clients. Nice to have this “assignment” as homework.



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August 19, 2008 at 9:18 am
Denise Costabile
Hi Jane – I just took a peek at the spa retreat you are headed to – all I can say is – I love your example – you are my hero! Have a blessed time – I know you will!
September 4, 2008 at 11:35 am
L Kay Wilson
Jane, You Rock! This is a theme I have been talking about with my clients for some time now. More and more I am meeting women who get it – time out for self is not selfish, it’s important to our well being. So many women are afraid that time for self is unfair to their families when in fact, time out for self is good for everyone. It teaches family and children that the world doesn’t revolve around them (a good lesson to learn for modern children), that time for self is important (by your example) and it brings you back refreshed and recharged. Brava, Jane Pollak. Kay
September 4, 2008 at 4:21 pm
janepollak
@Kay
We lead by example. I find that my kids are quite good to themselves because they saw me doing it. What better message to give? So glad you agree and pass it on to your clients as well.
See you at the spa!
September 4, 2008 at 4:47 pm
Lena L. West
Thanks for sharing this, Jane!
I started taking annual silent retreats two years ago and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done. I’m working my way up to two weeks of beautiful silence!
After my first silent retreat, I had serious breakthroughs that I’m thankful for to this very day.
Good for you for going spa-ing!
-Lena