Regeneration at Nickel resort & wellness
In a world that is racing, she suggests stopping. Dagmara Nickel – CEO of Nickel Development, creator of the Nickel resort & wellness brand – talks about how to create a space that delights and heals.
Mrs. Dagmaro, Nickel resort & wellness is more than just an ordinary resort – where did this idea come from?
The idea of creating Nickel resort & wellness has been maturing in me for a long time and grew out of years of investing in the healthcare industry, reading clinical trials and scientific literature, but also from my personal experiences.
The modern world sets the pace, stimulates and does not give strength. We are tired and tense, our digestive system refuses to cooperate, the lymphatic system slows down and loses its ability to cleanse and regenerate, we are malnourished, we cannot cope with our weight, and then we start to get more seriously ill. However, in naturopathy and conventional medicine we have plenty of tools and methods that we can use to help ourselves rebuild strength and balance, both mental and physical.
I wanted to create a place that does not scream, that remains in the shadow and helps you focus on yourself, architecture that does not overwhelm you, but provides conditions for regaining contact with yourself. Nickel resort & wellness does not provide more stimuli, but is a wisely designed space that allows you to return to yourself. It is a place of mindfulness, simplicity and harmony. A “well-being nest” that helps you look at everyday life from a new perspective – through conscious, everyday choices.
Why wellness? Why a “well-being nest”?
For me, the nest is a metaphor for a safe, intimate space that, thanks to the joint effort of therapists and practitioners of conventional and unconventional medicine, we have created for our guests and to which they can return, just like birds return to the nest, to rest, regenerate and strengthen themselves.
It’s about a conscious choice – returning to yourself. Well-being, on the other hand, is a process involving the body, emotions, mind and relationships, not a momentary pleasure. We want everyone who comes to Nickel resort & wellness to feel surrounded by attention and learn how to take care of themselves. To have space to reflect, understand and use proven methods in the field of health prevention that support the process of recovery and regaining balance.
Biophilic architecture, functional diet, meditation, exercise, herbal medicine, acupuncture, physiotherapy, proven technologies, qualified therapists and trainers – all this serves one purpose: to make people feel the flow of energy, peace and satisfaction from regaining control over their well-being.
What values are the most important in the ministry’s philosophy?
Mindfulness, authenticity and knowledge are the foundations on which we base Nickel resort & wellness. Mindfulness manifests itself in focusing attention on the functioning of our body, mind and emotions and recognizing how they respond to stimuli.
Authenticity is a true formulation of what is possible, what we know and what we do not know, what depends on us and what we have no influence on. And finally, knowledge – we use alternative therapies and methods: naturopathy, traditional Chinese medicine, physiotherapy, physical therapy, meditation techniques, but we do not use methods that are questionable from the point of view of modern medical knowledge. We cooperate with experts who have devoted decades of their professional lives to deepening their knowledge and developing methods that help effectively.
This is how we use the professional achievements of Wojciech Eichelberger, whose 8xo program, which develops practical skills in dealing with stress and tension, is translated into a formula of several-day hotel stays. Similarly with Dorota Łapa, author of books on herbalism, diet and Chinese medicine, whose program for cleansing and decompressing the digestive and lymphatic system was adapted to the formula of a hotel stay and compared with modern medical knowledge.
Today there is a lot of talk about wellness. What makes your approach unique?
The wellness we offer is profound. We go beyond the sphere of rest, reaching for tools and methods that have a therapeutic effect. We teach how to focus on quality, on the way to a healthier and longer life. We propose practices that are important for health: movement, breathing, meditation, contact with nature, nourishment from the inside, reduction of mental and muscle tension, reduction of pain and inflammation, calming and soothing treatments, manual therapy. It is not the stay that changes a person, but the person himself with the help of a therapist.
We do not offer “ready-made happiness packages”. We create paths that guests follow at their own pace, we invite them to a process that starts here but continues after their departure. That’s why we provide a platform for consultations with therapists after departure.
Why did you choose Grzybowo? What makes this place special?
Grzybowo is intimate and calm, it doesn’t scream. This is a part of the coast that still breathes nature – wide beaches, a fragrant forest, a space where you can really hear your own thoughts. In the low season, when seaside resorts are deserted and it is the best time to invest in health, Grzybowo offers the opportunity to retreat, but does not condemn anyone to it. The charms of Kołobrzeg are just 10 minutes away.
How do architecture and space support the idea of the resort?
The architecture of Nickel resort & wellness is an extension of nature. Materials, daylight, simplicity of forms and shapes – all this works subtly but deliberately to allow the body to rest and the mind to soothe. The biophilic interiors and surroundings of the building create harmony between what is outside and what is inside, referring to the colors of sand, mud and wood. Every element – from the color of the walls to the texture of fabrics, from the light to the smell in the lobby – has been designed to focus on itself and reduce stimuli. This is architecture that helps you breathe.
What experiences and offers await Nickel resort & wellness guests?
We offer experiences that support holistic regeneration. Guests will soon be able to take advantage of original health paths supporting:
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stress reduction, regulation of the nervous system and mental and physical regeneration,
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reduction of fat tissue, activation of metabolism and body shaping,
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physiotherapy and prevention of overload of the musculoskeletal system and nervous system,
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cleansing the body, supporting autophagy and restoring the physiological flow of energy and body fluids,
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skin regeneration, stimulation of its repair processes and aging prevention.
Our offer includes not only programs, but also the opportunity to take advantage of rarely offered classes and treatments, live in a resort and immerse yourself in peace, use a functional kitchen, wellness space and closeness to nature. We offer SPA rituals based on natural ingredients, herbal infusions, outdoor activities, development workshops – as well as doing nothing, which can also be a valuable experience in itself. Everything takes place in an atmosphere of attention, silence and care. Regeneration is not a luxury, but the foundation of a healthy life. The decision on how to use it always rests with our guest. We create opportunities.
Who are your guests? Who did you create Nickel resort & wellness for?
Nickel resort & wellness was created for people who feel the need to stop. Regardless of age, status or stage of life – this is a space for those who are tired of the pace, overstimulation and excess. For all those who feel burdened by: nutrition, weight, stress, pain, fatigue.
For those who want to find balance, regain energy and calm their thoughts and body. It is also a place for those who do not yet know that they need rest, but intuitively feel that something attracts them here. We do not promise spectacular results – we create conditions for you to breathe for a moment and hear yourself. Because that’s when real change begins.
