What to Book When You’ve Just Had a Breakup

Going through a breakup is always tough, but one thing you should do is give yourself some TLC. Whether you get a relaxing massage, join a meditation class or spend a day at the spa, a little bit of self-care after a breakup can help you reset and feel more like yourself again. Here are seven ideas for the post-breakup glow-up you deserve. 

A Hot Stone Massage 

Combining heat and human touch, a hot stone massage can help your body let go of some of the emotions you’ve been holding onto. The warmth of the stones helps loosen tight muscles, releasing built-up tension and, with it, any stress, sadness or anxiety. You’ll leave feeling lighter, calmer and restored, inside and out. 

Where to get a hot stone massage 

A Mani-Pedi 

A mani-pedi might seem like a small thing to do after a breakup, but you’ll be surprised at how uplifted a fresh set of nails can make you feel! It’s like an instant confidence boost, a reminder that you’re still glowing, even when life isn’t so fun. Plus, it’s something you can easily fit into a lunch break, an after-work wind-down or whenever you need a pick-me-up. 

Where to get a mani-pedi 

A Facial Treatment 

Breakups often come with late nights and a few extra tears, which can leave your skin looking dull or puffy. The best way to get your glow back? A facial treatment, of course — cleansing, exfoliation and massage included. It’s like a symbolic step towards feeling like yourself again, leaving you rejuvenated, radiant, and ready for a fresh start. 

Where to get a facial treatment 

A Full-Body Massage 

The ultimate post-breakup treat, a full-body massage doesn’t just calm your nervous system — it gives your body permission to release tension built up from the ups and downs of heartbreak. Not to mention the powerful mindfulness benefits it can have, encouraging you to focus on the present and find a moment of calm amidst all the post-breakup emotions. 

Where to get a full-body massage 

A Float Therapy Session 

Although a bit out of the box (well, technically, it’s in a box, but you get the gist), a float therapy session is a surprisingly powerful way to reset after a breakup. Floating in a warm, buoyant saltwater tank allows your body to relax and release tension. Plus, with no external distractions, your mind can slow down, giving you an uninterrupted moment to process your emotions. 

Where to book a float therapy session 

A Meditation Class 

If what you need most is a mental and emotional reset, there’s nothing like a meditation class to help you slow down, process, and regain balance. We all know how a breakup can get our thoughts racing, how easy it is to overthink and get caught up in “what ifs.” Meditation helps you steady your emotions and rebound from emotional setbacks with self-compassion, rather than criticism.  

Where to book a meditation class 

A Full Day at the Bathhouse 

There’s no better time to go all out and treat yourself than post-breakup, and what better way than with a full day at the bathhouse? We’re talking massages, steam rooms, saunas — the whole experience. It’s more than just pampering; it’s a chance to soak in some calm and truly put yourself first. 

Where to spend a day at the bathhouse