Our Connect Day is all about taking a step back from the daily grind to focus on your team’s wellbeing. In the fast-paced corporate world, it can be so easy to lose sight of the habits that help to keep us healthy and grounded. We will aim to reset our routines by engaging in activities that nurture us in both body and mind.

Healthy sustainable habits are the cornerstone of a balanced life. They can improve focus, increase productivity, and vitally, help us to reduce stress. Throughout the day, we will explore how small, consistent and scalable actions can make a big difference in our overall wellbeing.

We will start our day together by lacing up our hiking boots and taking a hike in the nearby hills. Walking in nature not only improves our physical health by reducing blood pressure, heart rate and cortisol, but it has also been proven to alleviate stress, to promote feelings of calm and balance and to boost creativity. 

As we take the time to disconnect from all the distractions in our lives, we will reconnect with our surroundings and more importantly with one another.  Nature can be a powerful tool for inspiration and can also create a real sense of community, both so vital when looked at through the lens of team bonding.

After the hike, we will gather for a nutritious homecooked lunch. Our meal will focus on fresh, whole foods that provide the energy and nutrients needed for optimal health. Eating mindfully and choosing nutritious options not only nourishes the body but can also support us with our mental clarity and focus.  It is not always to achieve this in our busy work environments, but even small improvements can help.

• Seasonal soups or salads with a variety of greens and vegetables

• Whole grain breads and fruit soda

• Fresh fruit and granola bites

Habit stacking is a powerful strategy for building new habits by attaching them to existing routines. Over lunch, we will discuss how to incorporate healthy habits into our daily lives without creating overwhelm. By stacking new habits onto established ones, we can create a sustainable routine that will support our overall wellbeing.

Practising gratitude has been shown to increase happiness, reduce stress, and to improve overall well-being. We will explore different ways to integrate gratitude into our daily lives, such as journaling, affirmations, or simply taking a moment to appreciate the little things that we can so often take for granted.

At the conclusion of the Reset Day, we will discuss how the activities we have undertaken are just the beginning and that you and your team now have the opportunity to incorporate what you have learned, into your daily routines.  We will explain how taking the time to reflect on and appreciate the good moments, can be a powerful motivation to continue what has been learned going forward. This Reset Day will stand as a reminder that self-care need not be viewed as a luxury but instead as a necessity for long-term success and happiness and ultimately a more balanced and healthy life.

The Reset Day will be held at the beautiful Deerstone Eco Resort, in Laragh, Co. Wicklow or at similar venues depending on availability.