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When I think of my childhood, I think of a very few fond memories mixed with a lot of sad ones. I remember fishing with my grandpa with my Mickey Mouse fishing rod. And I remember crying because my Daddy didn’t want me. Like so many others, my mother was a single mom, having left…
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The other day I went to get a massage, and during the session, my trauma was triggered. The therapist was clearly in a funk, and I sensed their stressed energy upon arrival. They didn’t warm up my tissues first, and immediately dove deep, several times triggering my fight or flight response. My muscles tightened up…
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Fake spiritual healers man- have you noticed how they’re popping everywhere these days? I see them all the time on social media- showing up as crunchy content warriors, spiritual advisors, life coaches, energy healers, and psychics, all claiming to have the answers. If you just follow their advice, you’ll be “magically healed” and “manifest all…
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I hear it all the time. New clients often ask me if it’s appropriate to go naked during a massage, or if they should keep their undergarments on. In truth, there are many factors that go into answering this question. For starters, it depends on the type of massage you are getting! If it’s a…
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Most people underestimate the time they need to heal. We are so used to forcing ourselves to be ready when we’re not, so used to pushing the envelope to “get more done.” When my doctor recommended I take a full six weeks off for recovery after my upcoming surgery, I took him seriously, and that’s…
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People often ask me if post op massage is a good idea. I always advise that it’s best to ask your doctor, as every case is different, but in general, many people find that post-op massage increases healing time and aids in recovery. Why? Massage increases blood flow, aids in circulation, and improves the…
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Are you using essential oils for healing? If not, you should be! Essential oil are a form of plant medicine that comes from distilling the plants and extracting their essence to get the purest, most concentrated part of the plant. They can enhance healing, many are antibacterial and antimicrobial, and can be diffused, ingested or…
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What makes summer a great time for Thai Massage? Thai Massage comes from Thailand- the land of smiles and sunshine. The modality originated in a warm climate, and is best done when it’s warm out. This helps the body to become looser and more malleable. For this reason, Thai massage is more commonly received in…
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People greatly underestimate the healing power of human touch. It has long been documented, especially in cases of “failure to thrive,” that human touch can mean the difference between life and death. In 1915, it was reported that several babies under the age of two died from lack of touch. Nothing else was different except…
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You may know that I traveled to Thailand two years in a row to get trained in traditional Northern Style Thai Yoga massage! The experience was incredible and very healing. I would love to share this beautiful and intimate modality with you. What is Thai Yoga Massage? Thai Yoga Massage uses compassionate touch, facilitated stretching…
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