Rituals & Reflection
Insights, stories, and traditions to deepen your wellness practice. From sauna rituals to design inspiration, explore the rhythms that inspire intentional living.
Richard’s Sauna Journey
The Bodhi Tree is where one sits to learn, receive spiritual awakening, and move towards enlightenment. It’s no wonder that most sauna traditions across numerous cultures include instructions for elders to lead each session and control the levels of steam and heat.
A Hearth is a Home
We all live somewhere. That’s not a particularly enlightening statement, but when we consider the myriad places we call “home,” this is an interesting idea.
Addiction, PTSD, and the Many Benefits of Regular Sauna Exposure
From quiet moments in a sauna with his stepfather to the stories of veterans seeking relief from PTSD, this post explores the power of heat and stillness to support healing, connection, and resilience.
Finnish Saunas: Tradition, Survival, and Connection
From WWII diplomacy to Minnesota farmhouses, discover how saunas became a way of life for Finns. This tradition is rooted in survival, healing, and human connection.
Sweat, Spirit and Community: The Native American Sweat Lodge
Guest writer Otha Graham reflects on his childhood experiences in Native American sweat lodges and shares how those traditions inspire wellness through Nordic sauna rituals.
Icelandic Hot Springs and Hälsa Custom Saunas
Experience the magic of hot and cold therapy, from Oregon’s rugged hot springs to Iceland’s breathtaking geothermal pools. Discover how Hälsa Saunas brings this timeless ritual into your home.
Talk Sauna Science to Me: The Real Health Benefits of Traditional Sauna
Sauna is one of the oldest wellness practices on the planet. It’s also one of the most effective. The traditional Nordic sauna is a ritual that dates back centuries, promising a myriad of health benefits.
A Good Löyly in a Traditional Sauna
Pushing past the heat, plunging into the cold, and finding clarity in contrast. Sauna and cold therapy have changed how I feel, think, and connect. Experience löyly.