Smart Healthy Lifestyles (SHL), Executive Director, Mary Beth Svatek, seeks to help individuals activate their natural gifts of healing and intuition. Svatek believes that modern families should not rely solely on the healthcare system for their well-being. "It’s both financially and practically wise to be proactive and take responsibility for our health and the health of our families," she says.

With rising healthcare costs, Thomas Clay, Founder of SHL, emphasizes the importance of addressing health before illness or burnout strikes. “Even with health insurance, navigating a system of endless doctor visits and medications can be exhausting and expensive," He explains.

According to Svatek, many clients approach SHL feeling fatigued, anxious, achy and burned out. "They’ve often tried various medical and mental health treatments without success, sometimes dealing with secondary illnesses caused by medications," she notes. To address this, SHL uses a holistic, multifaceted approach that focuses on finding the root cause of health issues and working through spiritual, emotional, physical and energetic blockages.

"Many people spend years dealing with illness, mental stress and medication cycles without understanding the pathways of their conditions or how to make changes," Svatek says. She believes that identify these pathways is key to improving health.

Both Clay and Svatek acknowledge the value of modern medicine, praising the expertise of surgeons, diagnostic tools, emergency rooms and fitness professionals across the country. However, Svatek points out that despite these resources, society still faces high rates of obesity, depression, burnout and medication use.

To address these challenges, SHL offers All-Inclusive Holistic Wellness Vacation Retreats. “In a serene, natural setting, we provide clients with the tools, resources and support they may not have found elsewhere—all in one place,” Svatek says.

The retreats offer a variety of holistic healing modalities, designed not only to prevent health issues but also to help individuals already facing challenges.

For nearly 30 years, SHL has been dedicated to turning family health challenges into opportunities for growth. "Wellness often starts with ‘Mom,’" says Clay, father of two. “When moms are healthy and happy, the whole family benefits.” The organization’s mission is to help moms create wellness for themselves and their families, teaching them how to build lasting well-being.

This winter and spring, SHL will host four “Women Supporting Women” wellness retreats. "We love seeing our clients regroup, recharge and relaunch," Svatek says.

Learn more about retreat dates: SmartHealthyLifestyles.com.