At Be Still Float Studio, we always say: “Serenity without side effects.” But this May, serenity feels more like a necessity than a luxury. The month of May is a celebration juggernaut. In just a few short weeks, we honor:
- Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month
- Military Appreciation Month
- Nurses Week
- Teacher Appreciation Week
- College and High School Graduations
- Prom Season
- Wedding Season Kickoff
- And of course, Mother’s Day
It’s a month bursting with milestones, transitions, and emotional weight. For many of us, especially women and mothers, it’s also a month of giving—of doing more, giving more, and holding space for others. But who’s holding space for you? At Be Still Float Studio, we’re more than just a wellness destination. We’re a nervous system sanctuary. A place where you can recalibrate, reconnect, and rise—no matter what season of life you’re in.
The Mental Load of May: Beautiful and Overwhelming
May is beautiful. It’s filled with flowers, thank-you cards, graduation caps, and wedding dresses. But it’s also filled with obligations: gifts to buy, outfits to plan, vents to attend, social calendars to manage, and emotions to process. If you’re a mom, teacher, nurse, caregiver, or someone supporting others through big life moments, you’re likely running on fumes. The truth is, we were never meant to carry this much. Especially not without rest, regulation, or healing.
That’s where we come in.
Maternal Mental Health: You Deserve Support Too
May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month, and it serves as a vital reminder that caring for mothers is a community responsibility—not a solo act. From early motherhood to empty nesting, the emotional toll of caregiving often goes unseen and unsupported. We recognize that real self-care is more than a buzzword. It’s about access to modalities that regulate your nervous system and restore your body—and that includes services like:
- Acupuncture for hormone balancing, sleep support, and mood regulation
- Float therapy for deep sensory reset
- Breathwork and meditation to build resilience
- Medical-grade facials to restore radiance and confidence
You deserve to feel good in your skin, emotionally grounded, and energetically aligned.
Nervous System Overload: The Real Cost of Doing It All
When your calendar is packed, your brain is on overdrive. You’re thinking of thank-you notes, grad photos, carpool logistics, vacation planning, and summer transitions. Your body is holding it all. The stress response—also known as sympathetic nervous system activation—can become your baseline when you don’t intentionally rest. Chronic stress contributes to:
- Poor sleep
- Increased inflammation
- Digestive issues
- Anxiety and depression
- Hormonal imbalances
- Fatigue and brain fog
Healing begins with parasympathetic regulation—activating the “rest-and-digest” system. That’s exactly what our services are designed to do.
Float Therapy, Infrared Sauna, and Now… Acupuncture
Float therapy and sauna have long been favorites for stress relief, but we’re thrilled to now offer acupuncture in Jacksonville as a new way to support your healing journey.
Why Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-tested therapy that works by stimulating specific points on the body to promote circulation, balance internal systems, and trigger your body’s natural healing response. It’s especially effective for:
- Anxiety and stress relief
- Sleep disorders
- Chronic pain
- Hormonal health and PMS
- Emotional release
At Be Still Float Studio, we offer:
- Personalized Intro Sessions to tailor your treatment plan
- Ongoing Wellness Sessions for consistency and progress
- Community Acupuncture Events as an affordable way to try acupuncture with others
Whether you’re feeling burned out, anxious, or disconnected from your body, acupuncture is a gentle, powerful way to come back to center.
Add a Facial to Your May Wellness Ritual
Let’s be honest—when you look good, you feel better. But not all facials are created equal. At Be Still Float Studio, we don’t just offer “fluff and buff.” We provide results-driven skincare using ZO Skin Health medical-grade products and cutting-edge technology like:
- HydraFacial: Deeply cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate your skin with a relaxing yet high-performance treatment that leaves your face glowing.
- LightStim Therapy: Target acne, inflammation, or signs of aging with clinically proven red and blue LED light therapy.
- Brow Waxing: Sometimes, a small touch-up makes a big difference in how you feel walking into a big day.
Our facials are more than skin-deep. They’re self-care rituals—designed to help you face your celebrations feeling confident, cared for, and radiant.
The Breath Is the Bridge: How to Pause in the Middle of It All
Even with the best wellness tools, May can still feel like a marathon. That’s why we love offering simple practices like breathwork to help you find peace no matter where you are. Try this:
- Box Breathing (aka Square Breathing)
- Inhale for 4 seconds
- Hold for 4 seconds
- Exhale for 4 seconds
- Hold again for 4 seconds
Repeat this cycle for 3–5 minutes, especially when you feel overwhelmed or overstimulated. If you’re craving deeper connection to your breath and your body, ask about our sound healing and meditation sessions designed to complement float therapy or acupuncture.
Celebrating the Givers: Nurses, Teachers, Military Families
If you’ve ever uttered the words, “I’m just too busy to take care of myself,” this part is for you.
For Teachers:
You are shaping futures while juggling curriculums, emotions, and behaviors. You deserve more than a coffee gift card—you deserve nervous system support.
For Nurses:
You are often the first and last line of care, giving tirelessly to others. Your body and soul deserve care, too. Our infrared sauna, float tank, and massage chair sessions offer real recovery.
For Military Families:
To our service members and their loved ones: thank you. We’re honored to offer special pricing and customized wellness bundles to support your strength and sacrifice.
Milestones: Weddings, Proms, and Graduations
These special events are meant to be joyful—but the planning, the pressure, and the emotional gravity can also leave you drained. Our pre-event rituals are designed to help you look and feel your best:
- A HydraFacial for radiant, picture-perfect skin
- A sound bath or acupuncture session to calm pre-wedding or pre-graduation jitters
- A float session to mentally prepare and emotionally reset
You’ve made it to the moment. Let us help you enjoy it.
Joy Is the Goal
Through all the celebration and chaos, joy is what we’re after. Not just the posed photos or the perfectly wrapped gifts—but the real joy that comes from presence, peace, and connection. And here’s the truth: Joy requires rest. When you take care of your nervous system, you’re more available to the people you love. You’re less reactive. More creative. More resilient. More yourself. That’s why May at Be Still Float Studio is about more than checking boxes or pampering—it’s about reclaiming yourself.
Your May Self-Care Checklist at Be Still Float Studio:
✅ Schedule a Float Session for emotional reset
✅ Book a HydraFacial before that graduation or wedding
✅ Try an Acupuncture Session for anxiety, stress, or hormonal balance
✅ Detox and destress with our Infrared Sauna
✅ Experience deep rest with a Sound Healing Journey
✅ Grab a Mother’s Day Gift Card or send one digitally
✅ Take 5 minutes daily for breathwork
Final Thoughts: You’re Worth the Pause
You don’t need permission to take care of yourself. But if you’re looking for a sign—this is it. You are worthy of being celebrated. You are allowed to rest. You are not behind. You are not selfish for needing care. Let us hold space for you this May—and every month after.
Book Now or Call Us to Personalize Your May Experience
📍Be Still Float Studio — Jacksonville, FL 💻 www.bestillfloat.com 📞 Call us at 904-619-9615 🎁 Gift Cards Available Online 💬 Ask about May Specials for Teachers, Nurses, Moms, and Military Families
