52 Signs You Need to Go on a Retreat

In our busy world it can sometimes be challenging to stop, hit the pause button and realize that we need to slow down, take time for ourselves, and perhaps go on a retreat to replenish ourselves. 

Many people in our modern society are “running on empty” by trying to “keep up with the Joneses” and fulfill “people pleasing” roles that they have adopted and adapted from childhood. Fueled by a Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) that keeps many of us trying to keep up with everything that is going on around us so that we don’t miss out on something; so that we “stay in the loop” and “stay current”.

This fear-driven lifestyle can be exhausting and draining. Sometimes, in this fast-paced world we ignore the signs that we need to get off “the treadmill” and relax and reset our nervous system, our life and our lifestyle.

That is why I decided to write this blog about a multitude of signs that you might need to go on a retreat, with the hope that this list will help you to identify whether you need to book your next vacation in the form of a retreat, versus a typical sightseeing, fast-moving traditional  vacation.

So, let’s get started. You might need a retreat if …

1. You feel irritable

2. You feel depressed

3. You feel anxious

4. You feel confused

5. You feel fear

6. You have a lack of mental clarity

7. You feel a lot of emotions swirling within you

8. You are feeling  fatigued/sluggish

9. You have not had a vacation in over a year

10. You feel lonely

11. You feel unhappy

12. You feel disconnected from yourself

13. You feel disconnected from nature

14. You feel disconnected from humanity

15. You feel disconnected from non human animals

16. You have a big decision to make 

17. You feel overwhelmed

18. You feel emotionally drained

19. You feel physically drained

20. You feel stressed

21. You feel angry

22. You feel sad

23. You have trouble sleeping

24. You have trouble concentrating

25. You have trouble in relationships

26. You feel stuck in a rut

27. You feel uninspired

28. You feel unmotivated

29. You feel a low energy level

30. You feel like your diet needs an overhaul/reset

31. You are not getting enough exercise

32. You have lost perspective 

33. You feel you have lost control of your life

34. You feel you are lacking fresh ideas/creativity

35. You feel you have neglected yourself/your self-care

36. You feel unloved

37. You feel unlovable

38. You feel unloving

39. You have some conflict in your life

40. You feel your life is chaotic

41. You feel unsure

42. You feel neglected

43. You feel unseen

44. You feel unheard

45. You feel a sense of boredom

46. You have run out of ideas for vacations

47. You don’t want to be alone on a vacation

48. You want to learn to meditate

49. You want to learn to practice yoga

50. You want to learn to be more mindful

51. You want to feel more energized

52. You feel like you lost yourself along the way in your life

Of course, there are a lot more signs that you might benefit from going on a retreat and perhaps you are thinking about some that are not in this list of 52 signs.

If you are feeling some of these feelings and emotions, then going on a retreat can really help to re-energize you and bring you a deeper sense of inner peace, pure joy, and a beautiful connection and love for yourself and all beings.

Going on a retreat can be a big reset  and a nice renewal for you.

Going on a retreat will gift you a new lease on life; a fresh perspective; a higher level of energy that will all serve you to live your best life.

Going on a retreat will help you to take that beautiful journey back to yourself. 

Here’s some information that might help you to further clarify What Is a Retreat? as well as Benefits of Retreats. 

I hope that this list of 52 Signs You Need to Go on a Retreat will help you to consider joining a retreat to reap the many benefits retreats can provide. I would be super happy to lead you on a retreat, so join my community mailing list and stay connected to learn how retreats can nurture you on your happy energy journey, also known as life.

Let me know where you want to go on a retreat in the comments.

I’m an avid traveler and I invite you to read my blogs 50 Benefits of Female Solo Travel and More Than 50 Safety Tips for Female Travel to add to your knowledge, expertise and fun as a traveler.

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Best wishes,

Angel

Certified Raw Vegan Chef & Yoga Teacher

Well-being Lifestyle Coach & Author

Meditation & Retreat Leader

Travel Chaperone (Personal & Groups)