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Scented or unscented?
I offer clients the choice of scented or unscented products in their massage and foot reflexology treatments. Yet we ask clients to avoid wearing scented products when they come to see us. Is that fair? Why I use essential oils Scent…
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After a client’s recent session, her eyes sparkled and she spoke softly of a memory that had arisen in the session. It was something she hadn’t thought of in years. Deep in a relaxed state, she recalled an experience she’d had…
Keep readingNight light
Chris has done bodywork for over 30 years, I for more than 20. Yesterday we flipped the switch on our very first lighted sign. I surprised myself by feeling self-conscious. Maybe because I know that an illuminated sign shining out…
Keep readingWhat is this I feel in my back?
When I feel a sensation in my body, I have several choices. I might feel sharp pang in my right low back and think, “It’s my kidney” or “My low-back hurts.” Or I could step back from concluding anything. I…
Keep readingNo Pain, No Pain
One of my Muscular Therapy Institute teachers used to say that. She was drawing a contrast to the counterproductive cliché “no pain, no gain.” My massage therapy teacher was right. When your nervous system senses noxious input – like too…
Keep readingWhy you probably like your massage therapist
Walk into any room and notice how you feel. Are your muscles more relaxed or tense? Do you feel more energized or drained? Did your mood change when you entered the room? Now look around the room. Listen for ambient…
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