Kathy has visited Wakatobi two times, most recently with her husband Jim. They share memories that mirror the mixture of red and blue mind that occurs when diving. “At Wakatobi, you can switch off mentally and relax in an aquarium-like environment, but then there’s also the excitement of seeing an unusual creature you’ve never seen before, or one behaving in a memorable way,” She says. “We were both delighted and surprised by the sheer variety of interesting life that you find at what looks, from the surface, like a perfectly unassuming location. The muck diving sites such as Asphalt Pier we visited from Pelagian were filled with unexpected discoveries that filled my dive logbook.”

In addition to the mental relaxation of diving at Wakatobi, Kathy says she enjoys an enhanced sense of physical well-being. “I feel fitter and more flexible after diving,” she says. “Though it’s not strenuous, diving and snorkeling is a great form of exercise for toning both body and mind. It also allows me to indulge in the wonderful food the chefs at Wakatobi and aboard Pelagian prepare, and not put any weight on. I actually returned home a couple of pounds lighter – and that’s after having the famous Pelagian ‘2 breakfasts a day’ for a week.” The exercise and fresh air also promote restful sleep, she says.

Whether you are in, on or by the ocean at Wakatobi, you will relax, revitalize and put your mind at ease. Photo by Glen Cowans

In the coming years, neuroscientists and psychologists are likely to continue their study of the blue mind. Meanwhile, those of us who know and love Wakatobi don’t need research to confirm what we’ve already experienced. Spending time here in or under the water will not only allow you to relax and put your mind at ease it can also revitalize your spirits and leave you with an enhanced sense of clarity and purpose. This may very well be the best therapy of all.

Ready to experience your state of blue? Wakatobi awaits you. Come discover the unique, enriching, and relaxing experience you have dreamed of and will treasure forever. Contact us at office@wakatobi.com or complete a quick trip inquiry at wakatobi.com.

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