Sophie Trem's Wellness Address Book

There are those who follow wellness trends, and those who have been living them for a long time... Sophie Trem definitely belongs to the second category. Founder of the blog The Other Art of Living and Good Mood Class, trained in Chinese medicine and a tai chi practitioner, she cultivates a lifestyle where body and mind move forward together. Tui na massage, infrared sauna, a seaside retreat in Trouville: she shares her top spots for pampering yourself.

Tell us all about yourself

"My name is Sophie Trem. I first worked in the fashion industry for about ten years, then in tech, and in 2013 I launched my blog, *The Other Art of Living*, where I shared all my wellness discoveries even back then. In late 2017, I quit my job, started my own business, and shortly thereafter created the Good Mood Class—an event designed to reignite positive energy through five key steps. We do a lot of corporate workshops, and in 2020 I published my first book of the same name with Éditions Albin Michel. In 2021, I decided to pursue a three-year degree in Chinese medicine, and last year, I completed an internship with Dr. Tran, a master acupuncturist. Since then, I’ve been sharing—through social media and events—everything related to wellness that’s inspired by Chinese medicine and Tai Chi, so to speak, in a modern way, adapted to our daily lives."

Have you always taken care of yourself?

“I’ve had severe eczema since birth, and I’ve always been told that I was very stressed and that it didn’t help. So, I think that ever since I was 16, I’ve been interested in anything that might help me; I drink Chinese herbal teas; I started doing yoga in 2005. In short, I realized very early on that I needed help.”

How would you describe your philosophy of self-care?

“Today, I’d say it’s just common sense to take care of yourself in order to stay healthy and feel good—and, of course, since I’m deeply influenced by Chinese medicine: it’s all about prevention and foresight, as well as the philosophy of yin and yang in the pursuit of a certain balance that we know is all too fragile.”

And how do you take care of yourself on a daily basis?

“Today, at 46, after going through some very difficult challenges in recent years—such as TSW (topical corticosteroid withdrawal), during which I ended up with burns and disfigurement caused by cortisone—I know that everything is connected: body, mind, heart/soul, and above all, diet and overall lifestyle. I know just how fundamental the simplest things are: eating good foods, taking supplements—because at my age, the body slows down and no longer produces enough collagen and elastin—moving more, drinking enough water, and sleeping better.”

What are your essential habits and rituals?

“Since early September, I’ve been going to the gym three times a week in the morning—something I never used to do because it really wasn’t my thing—but this new routine is having an amazing effect, not only on my body, which is getting back into shape —I’d gained more than seven kilos between perimenopause and a lack of activity—but above all, I can see that it’s like night and day for my mental state, because during those two hours I’m disconnected; I’m not on a screen; I listen to positive affirmations and business podcasts—it’s incredibly motivating, so I feel like I’m getting a regular reset.”

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Where do you think is the best place to go for a treatment that boosts your skin's radiance?

“I really love the HydraFacial treatment at Estheclinic, and I also love Paoma Studio, which is an amazing, ultra-clean brand based on gem therapy. Their space is so gorgeous, and their treatments really feel like a princess experience. I also recently tried a treatment at Caelia and was pretty blown away by the results—and Yodi’s treatments are great, too.”

What do you think is your most rejuvenating activity that gives you the biggest dopamine boost?

“Dancing has always been my thing, but it’s not very convenient to get to, so I don’t do it very often.”

What's your favorite place to go for a good body treatment?

“I go to my gym, Fitness Park, three times a week. There’s a traditional Tuina massage salon in my neighborhood called Soleil Relaxe. I love getting a treatment at Octane Wellness every now and then—either the Shiftwave to disconnect mentally and, as a result, physically, or spending some time in the infrared sauna at Oh My Cream. I also practice tai chi with my friend Lucile once a week, and From ver I can, I take a workshop in China.”

You practice Ashtanga—can you tell us more about this practice and what it brings you?

“'I started practicing Ashtanga when I was 25 and practiced it for six years with a teacher in private lessons. His name is Lakshman, and he teaches at centers in Paris. These days, I don’t really practice it anymore; I focus on martial arts like Tai Chi, which is connected to Chinese medicine.'”

What's your top wellness spot that you'd recommend to everyone?

“I often meet up at 48 Collagen Café. I love the idea of enjoying a drink and sipping on functional beverages, and sitting on chairs that’ll send me positive vibes. And another spot everyone should know about is the Zen Bar, on Choiseul Passage. It’s perfect when you need to relax without necessarily wanting a full massage. There, you get a massage in chairs they’ve designed with bones. You stay fully clothed and choose how long you want the session to last; they also have a stone shiatsu bed where you can lie down if you want to take a nap or recharge during the day.”

What is the most relaxing place for both the mind and the body?

“Octane is definitely one of my favorite spots. I even took a friend there. We spent the morning getting a few treatments together. It was great. Other than that, I love The Method for its fitness and dance classes in the dark—they’re a total blast.”

Which place (address, country, or city) is best at promoting well-being?

“I think we’ve got it pretty good in Paris. But in New York and Los Angeles, there’s a class on every street corner—whatever you want—that’ll do you good.
Otherwise, in Shanghai, of course, for the traditional Chinese experience: traditional Tui Na massages everywhere and tai chi dojos—for me, that’s the best combination. And if you’re looking for something even more specialized: the Wudang Mountains in Hubei, a mecca for Taoism and tai chi.”

If there were one self-care routine or wellness practice or activity you should try at least once in your life, what would it be for you?

“Honestly: a little energy cleansing performed by qualified practitioners, or else a traditional Tui Na session that will restore the flow of energy, relax the muscles, and—inevitably—the mind as well, because in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the body and mind are connected: each organ and meridian is linked to emotions.”

Which expert do you trust to give you a massage that exceeds all your expectations?

“I see my osteopath, Nicolas Beal, two or three times a year. He uses chiropractic techniques in addition to osteopathy. I feel like he realigns me from head to toe From , which is exactly what I need.”

By the way, what's the latest product or treatment you've tried that really blew you away?

“I was lucky enough to go on a wellness retreat at the Trouville spa with The Purist. They offer an exceptional wellness program featuring exercise classes and body treatments using thermal spring water, along with delicious, healthy meals. We’re busy all day taking care of ourselves with very specific and expert advice. I highly recommend it.”

And finally, where do you go when you want to turn on Do Not Disturb mode?

“From , whenever I’m getting a treatment—whatever it may be, of course.”

Follow Sophie on Instagram @iamsophietrem to follow all her wellness adventures.

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