A Summer Note from Danielle | Holistic Spa Berkley MA — Marc of Healing

As the seasons change and New England sun (or rain..hehe) begins to embrace us, there is an undeniable shift in the air. The trees are lush, the ocean is calling, and let's face it—it is incredibly hard for a small business to compete with a New England summer! Nature is practically begging us to slow down, breathe, get outside and bask in the beauty of the present moment.

Lately, I've been sitting on my porch, looking inward, listening to my own spirit, and doing some

deep reflecting. Today, I want to share a raw piece of my heart with you all—not just as the owner of Marc of Healing in Berkley, MA, but simply as Danielle.

We are deep into our fourth year of building this sanctuary, pouring love into our services, and watching our community grow has been the honor of my life! But if I am being completely honest with you—and with myself—I've been hiding a dirty little secret....

I am a workaholic.

There, I said it.  Although it probably isn't that much of a shocker for those who truly know me! At 48, single, and with no kids, my business became my only child. I threw myself entirely into work, falling into an old, rigid narrative I was raised to believe: that you have to work hard, hustle, and sacrifice parts of your soul to be successful. I thought if I just opened more hours or worked harder at the center, I'd see the profits, hire help, and make investments to improve the business.

But recently, the universe handed me a profound epiphany. Something has to be said for balance in life. We simply cannot pour from an empty cup.

The truth is, I have been running a 5,000-square-foot Boutique, Holistic Spa, and Event Center—all while trying to force myself to record video content (insert a major eye roll here!)—completely without employees.

I am exhausted. I've felt frustrated, overwhelmed, lost, bored, stuck, and if I'm being truly vulnerable, sometimes like a bit of a fraud. How can I stand in this sacred space, holding room for others to heal, recharge, and find alignment, when I am not doing it for myself? I woke up to the startling realization that I've been so focused on trying to make a living that I'm not actually living. 

Heck, I don't even know my hobbies anymore!

As I write this, I realize the root of this workaholism is fear. Fear of money and not making ends meet, absolutely (a realization that maybe I'll explore in another blog, lol). But deeper than that, it's a fear of living.

In a strange, protective way, after my brother Marc died, I threw myself into creating this business. It kept me cocooned and gave me built-in excuses instead of being social and finding fun things to do. I've been holding my breath, holding on so tight, that I forgot to leave room to simply be and enjoy the small, quiet moments of life. How can abundance in my personal life—both financial and in relationships—come into my energy field if I never step outside of my own little corner of the world?

I could not step into this next chapter without acknowledging the beautiful tribe of support that surrounds me. It truly takes a village, and Marc of Healing would not be the high-vibrational space it is without you.

I want to send a wave of infinite love to my amazing mom, Joy, Alyssa, Cyndi, Cindy, Christine, and all of the independent practitioners who so selflessly volunteer their time, energy, and love. Whether you are jumping in to help at the desk, greeting our community as they walk through the door, or literally helping dump the footbaths down the toilet (lol!), your hands and your belief in this vision are the pillars of this sanctuary.

Your unwavering support gives me the grace to step back, protect my peace, and breathe. Because of you, I am able to keep going.

This summer, I am choosing to practice exactly what I preach. I am calling in a massive, beautiful abundance of fun, joy, rest, and living for myself and for this community.

To reclaim my own balance, reconnect with myself, and discover what brings me joy outside of work, the Marc of Healing Boutique and Holistic Spa will be shortening and shifting our hours for the summer season. Taking time off isn't a luxury; it is an essential part of holistic well-being [and I hope you can do the same.

Effective June 1, 2026, Marc of Healing's Boutique and Holistic Spa hours in Berkley, MA will be:

Wednesday & Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM 

Friday & Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(Please note: Our wonderful independent practitioners are still available outside of these hours on their respective days, so don't hesitate to book your sessions with them!)

Our beautiful community is still right here and fully ready to help you feel absolutely Re-Marc-able. You can still support this dream and nurture yourself by coming in to shop in our boutique, booking a session in our Himalayan Salt Room, Infrared Sauna, Pressotherapy/Lymphatic Drainage, or Ionic Foot Detox, or attending one of our wonderful events.

Thank you for walking this path with me, for understanding this shift, healing alongside me, and for celebrating this movement toward balance. Perhaps taking time for myself will bring in even more success! Perhaps that is the ultimate goal in this beautiful life: alignment.

I love you all more than words can say. Here's to a summer of rest, small moments of joy, and beautiful living!

With all my love and gratitude, Danielle Hanoud