“ What you stay focused on will grow.”
— The Light in the Heart Author Roy T. Bennett
THERE ARE MANY DEFINITIONS FOR BALANCE such as the Merriam-Webster’ s version:“ to bring or keep in equilibrium.”
As hard as we may try, balance is often not possible. During a recent panel at the Cosmoprof Asia Spa Conference, the art of work-life balance was discussed. A key takeaway for me was from Jeremy McCarthy, group director of spa with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, who commented that we may be setting ourselves up for failure if we are constantly trying to find the balance. Rather, it was argued, that the key is to focus on work-life integration not balance.
Andrew Gibson, vice president of wellbeing with Accor Luxury, presented on the many ways various hotel groups are tackling wellbeing for their guests. Everything from vitality rooms, fitness-on-demand classes, and a focus on ergonomics. I love that! Andrew also reminded us of the August 1997 issue of LIFE Magazine with the cover title,“ The Healing Power of Touch.” It’ s that time of year the talk of trends surfaces year after year folks trying to identify the craziest and most outlandish treatment or experience. Even spirited debates around the most innovative way to find work-life balance! Twenty years later, our core focus remains the same: the healing power of touch. What an important job!
We often get wrapped up in the things that steal our time and may not REALLY matter. As we embark on a new year, let’ s vow to make an effort and stay focused on the important things and see what grows. How will you stay focused?
— LYNNE McNEES, ISPA PRESIDENT
LIFE Magazine circa 1997
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64 PULSE ■ January / February 2017