Are These 4 Wellness Trends Worth It?

Curious about those wellness trends flooding your social media feed? Karen dives headfirst into the world of middle-age wellness experiments, testing four popular treatments that promise everything from mental clarity to glowing skin. Ever wonder if that Instagram-famous head spa is worth the hype, or whether you could actually survive a cold plunge? Karen transforms from skeptical observer to brave guinea pig, documenting her real experiences with head spas, cold plunges, infrared saunas, and red light therapy. Her mission: separate the wellness wheat from the trendy chaff and give you the honest scoop on what's worth your time and money.

Ready to invest in yourself without breaking the bank? Karen shares vulnerable moments of panic in ice-cold water, blissful relaxation under flowing halos, and surprising discoveries about her own resilience. From the $10 red light session that left her skin surprisingly soft to the $100 head spa experience that felt "absolutely heavenly," she breaks down costs, benefits, and whether you should book your appointment today. The conversation takes an empowering turn when Karen realizes these experiments aren't just about wellness—they're about proving to yourself that you can do hard things. Her biggest takeaway? "If you can teach your brain that you can do hard things and you're not gonna give up, there's endless possibility in our life." Listeners will walk away with practical cost breakdowns, honest reviews, and the courage to try something new. In this episode:

• (00:00) Introduction to the Middle Age Wellness Experiments
• (01:43) Head Spa Experience: The $100 Instagram-Famous Treatment
• (07:15) Cold Plunge Challenge: Conquering the $25 Mental Resilience Test
• (15:21) Infrared Sauna Session: 30 Minutes of $25 Relaxation
• (17:51) Red Light Therapy: The $10 Spaceship-Like Experience
• (20:30) Cost Breakdown and Final Verdicts on All Four Treatments
• (22:45) Tips for Finding Affordable Wellness Experiences
• (24:15) Encouragement to Invest in Yourself and Try New Things

Resources:

YouTube Video Footage - Visual documentation of all four wellness experiences Groupon - Discounted wellness services and local business deals ThirtyFiveSixtyFour Website - Links to featured wellness facilities

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ThirtyFiveSixtyFour is a podcast for listeners between the ages of 35 and 64. Available on all major podcast platforms, the show offers an engaging journey through the various challenges and experiences of midlife. ThirtyFiveSixtyFour presents a distinct departure from the traditional midlife crisis storyline. Instead, it champions the perspective that midlife should be viewed as a period marked by play, discovery, transformation and possibility.

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