Nirvana Float

Remember back in the day when "Ice it!" was the solution to basically any injury?

Well, those parents (and teachers and coaches) weren't wrong. Applying a cold compress can reduce inflammation, which is often the cause of the pain.

And now that you're a grown up (and literally your whole body hurts all the time), you can take it to the next level. Instead of putting a frozen sponge on your shoulder, dip your whole body into our cold plunge. It puts that ice pack to shame, and your body will thank you!

Managing the monkey mind can be quite the challenge.
Here's a helpful tip to enhance your next float session:

🌊 Visualize gentle waves cascading over you, starting from your head and flowing down to your toes.
🌊 Envision each wave carrying away any tension you're holding onto, beginning with your forehead and face, and gradually moving through each part of your body.
🌊 Once you reach your toes, allow the following waves to sweep away your thoughts, worries, fears, or to-do lists for a moment of complete tranquility. You can always retrieve them later!

Sometimes, despite all our best efforts, life happens to us. We may not be able to control everything that comes our way, but we can control how we respond to those things that do. Sometimes that response needs to be taking time for a little self care. Let us support you in your self care efforts by scheduling an appointment today.

When you give yourself time to relax and rest during your day, you'll find it easier to get to dreamland when you lay down at night! If you're having trouble sleeping, you may benefit from a visit to our infrared sauna. Many of our guests make it a routine part of their wellness plans!

While chores are inevitable, you can make them into self-care rituals that you actually look forward to doing! You could create a reward system, so after you complete something, enjoy a little treat, like:
🍵 a cup of tea that you sit down to enjoy and savor
🛀 a bubble bath or soak in some salts
🍫 a favorite dessert or treat

We often do this to get our kids to do chores, but it works just as well for adults!

We know that it can cause angst during a float if you're not sure when you're supposed to get out. But we make it easy! You'll know your session time is up because a voice recording will play.
While you're floating, try to just forget about time. It's a rare treat to get to do so, and we'll let you know if you happen to fall asleep. (It happens sometimes, and that's awesome!)

Did you know that cold plunge is extremely beneficial for athletes and fitness buffs? It improves circulation to your muscles, reduces inflammation, and tests your mental and physical toughness. 💪🏻

It's true. When you come in to float, we provide pretty much everything you'll need - shower products and towels.

Of course, if you have favorite personal care products you'd like to use after your float, feel free to bring those, but we try to make it as easy as possible for you.

What about you? What does success look like in your eyes?

We'd love to help you breathe a little easier.

Achieving our best selves involves harmonizing alllll aspects of our lives, including creating and maintaining a welcoming home environment. For many, the idea of household chores doesn't spark joy. But it doesn't have to be that way! Transform it into a self-care ritual by infusing mindfulness into your actions.

Immerse yourself completely in the present task. Observe the colors and textures surrounding you. Feel the tactile sensations of the cleaning products or tools in your hands. Pay attention to the sounds produced as you clean or the lingering fragrance left behind. Engage all your senses in each chore, focusing on appreciating these sensations rather than simply racing to complete the task.

Absolutely, indulging in a relaxing soak at home is delightful, but the experience is incomparable to what we offer here.
Here's why:
🤩 Your bathtub probably can't accommodate 1000 pounds of Epsom salt.
🤩 Your bathtub won't stay warm for 60-90 minutes.
🤩 Your bathroom isn't likely soundproof.
🤩 It may not be lightproof either.
🤩 Unlike floating in regular water, our solution's density effortlessly allows you to float without effort
🤩 Very few bathtubs offer the space to fully stretch out without bending your knees.
🤩 Disturbances are common at home - pets, kids, spouse, roommate, or phone interruptions.
🤩 The post-soak cleanup is on you at home.
🤩 While there's limited research on the pain, stress, and anxiety-relieving benefits of a bath, float therapy boasts a wealth of clinical evidence!
Can you think of any other reasons?

Did you know that immersing yourself in cold water, even briefly, can activate the vagus nerve? This leads to a slowing of breathing and heart rate, putting your body in "rest and digest" mode, the opposite of "fight or flight". It may seem counterintuitive, but experiencing this extreme sensation can actually promote relaxation. Ready to experience the benefits of the cold plunge?

It's quite ironic that float therapy, proven to help severe anxiety, can still trigger anxious feelings in some. Many guests arrive with anxiety but leave feeling serene. If anxiety affects you, we're here to provide a tour, answer questions, and share how floating can help!

You can be both all the time, any time.

Give yourself something to look forward to!
Go ahead and schedule your next infrared sauna session with us today since you're thinking about it now, head over to nirvanafloat.com to book.

While we rarely look forward to tending to chores, it can be a great part of your wellness routine. If you struggle to find time for physical movement or to make it to the gym, add a little "extra" to your cleaning routine. Try some of these, and tell us if you have other moves you incorporate!
💪 Flex your muscles as you vacuum. Imagine that the vacuum weighs 500 pounds, and it takes all of your strength to move it!

🍑 Add squats or take a "chair pose" any time you have to bend over to pick something up.

🍽 Try balancing poses while you wait for the sink to fill up so you can wash dishes or fill a bucket.

⬆️ Add some extra arm stretches while you put away the dishes or reach overhead.

No need to swim! You'll float effortlessly. Our tanks are filled with approximately 10 inches of water saturated with a significant amount of Epsom salt (1,000 pounds!), creating a dense solution that easily supports your body. Simply lie back, and the salt water will naturally buoy you to the surface without any extra work on your part. The more you let go, the deeper your relaxation will be.

Even if you drift off to sleep, rest assured that your body will remain afloat. Isn't that amazing!?

Your brain has to make thousands of decisions each and every day. Luckily, this doesn't have to be one of them. You can have both fire AND ice... and all the benefits! Win win.

Trust the solution. The float solution, that is!
Some folks will ask, "but HOW do you float?"
And the answer is: "Effortlessly."

You'll float. You just do. The hundreds and hundreds of pounds of salt creates a dense solution which creates buoyancy and allows you to float. It's pretty wonderful.

Unplug. Reset. Chill out. Start over. Take a breath. Disconnect.

Re-connect with yourself, what you want, and where you're going.

The human nose is truly remarkable.
According to the Cleveland Clinic:
- It humidifies the air you breathe.
- It cleans the air you breathe.
- It regulates the temperature of your breath.
- Smell plays a vital role in identification, memory, and emotion.
- Your nose even influences the sound of your voice.

We appreciate the incredible work your nose does, especially when you take in the salty air in our halobooth. The pharmaceutical-grade micro-particles help clear invaders like dust, allergens, mucus, and inflammation, making it easier for you to breathe.

: Notice your thoughts.

When you get overwhelmed: pause. Breathe. What are you feeling?

Allow yourself to feel whatever feeling it is. Sadness? Anger? Frustration? Anxiety? Let it be there without judgement. Instead of pushing away the feeling -- embrace it, just for a moment. Soon, you'll notice that it's temporary. It's passing. The feelings move on.

And then you'll feel...better. 😊

Ever felt that "crusted" layer feeling while floating? When you're perfectly still and not fully submerged, the salt tends to cling to your skin while the water effortlessly slides off. The good news is, epsom salt works wonders for the skin, so take a moment to massage those salt crystals that remain on your body. Just remember to rinse thoroughly in the shower post-float to wash it all away.

You can add as many sauna and cold plunge hills and valleys to your timeline as you like. Your Fire & Ice appointment is yours to design! But we hope this will give you a place to start as you plan our your day.

It's amazing what 10 inches of skin-temperature salt water and some time to yourself can do.

What are you doing this week to surround yourself with peace and calm? Of course, we would love to see you visit us! We'd also love to hear what you do "out there" to support that sense of calm in your everyday life.

Yep. Come see us.

: Start your day with positive affirmations.

Anxiety can stop us in our tracks, but if we remember to tune into our bodies, the feeling may go away. Remind yourself of what you know: I know I am safe. I know I am loved. I know I am capable.

Retrain your thoughts to work in your favor! It may feel silly at first if you're not used to it, but positive self talk like this does take practice, so be easy on yourself.