I think I last visited the Floatarium sometime in the late '90s and to my shame, I've walked past pretty much every day since then and thought I ought to go back - but haven't. Until yesterday. After nearly 2, years working from home in a bad chair on a too high table, coupled with several years of low level anxiety (teenage kids do that!) and major grief from the unexpected death of my brother - I kick myself for not going sooner.
I felt so safe and nurtured in the floating pool. The lady who explained everything was just lovely - and we agreed we could have chatted for hours. She even took the time to write down some recommendations for me.
Basically, once in the private pool area and the door is locked - you are in your own world. It took me time to stop thinking (especially after I switched off the pool lights and then instantly started worrying if I'd ever find them again!) But wow - having that chance to float gave me the most extraordinary peaceful, time to myself. I don't meditate but I'd say I'm a fairly spiritual person and, once I switched off and the ache in my shoulders and neck stop being my focus, I definitely drifted off.
I then had a wonderful massage from Brooke. She found all my knots and tensions but didn't overwork them. I just felt in very good hands and confident she would respond kindly to anything.
I felt a little emotional afterwards, not surprising if I consider the many hurdles I've dealt with over the last few years. But I think it was because I felt so nurtured, and I needed that.
I will certainly continue to try to be kind to myself and will be back.
