nicole bensen

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Did you know that those who are lonely live shorter lives?! I didn’t either. Read on to follow these three steps of squashing loneliness.

Three years ago, I launched my dream of running luxury retreats for women all over the globe. In the world’s most-ironic timing, day 1 of being a travel entrepreneur (March 16, 2020) was day 1 of shelter-in-place in the Bay Area. At first we thought we’d be home for three weeks…then six weeks…and you all […]

As I write this, I’m sitting in the gorgeous lounge of the Solage Spa in Calistoga on Monday morning. (How serene is this spot?!) I’m practicing some self-care and participating in a yoga/spa day. In about an hour I’ll be doing a 90-minute yoga class, followed by a hot tub break and lunch, and then […]

How are you showing yourself love this week? PLUS: Do you like podcasts?

Last weekend my husband, three kids, and I had a little staycation in Half Moon Bay to celebrate my birthday. It was filled with beach walks and lots of food. We had the 2-hour brunch experience at Navio at the Ritz Carlton; let me know if you want to see some of the dishes. Isn’t […]

Do you know anyone who’s been impacted by a layoff recently? Friday was a funky day as my previous employer, Google, announced they’re laying off many folks, reportedly 12,000, and I have a lot of friends there. Earlier, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft all went through layoffs too. I felt sad and uneasy, then I felt […]

Dreaming of wellbeing? It’s take to wake up; my luxe women’s wellbeing retreat is here (and it tastes like cheese and chocolate)!

Think of a goal. I want you to choose a goal that’s so-easy-you-can’t-help-but-do-it. Need some help? Download my “Dream.Do.” worksheet!

Take a moment to write a love letter to yourself – from the January 2024 version of you. What will you be celebrating?

Have you heard of Guided Meditation? Block your calendar for 15 minutes and give yourself the gift of connection.