Being vulnerable means we are making ourselves open to being hurt. Our instinct of course is to avoid pain and protect ourselves from things that can hurt us. We build walls. We are cautious about who we let in through our defenses. We are careful and safe. Here in the […]
pressure
Oh, the things we put our arms through. Gripping a steering wheel. Computer and office work. Cooking and laundry. Yard work, carrying your kids and their stuff around, and lugging shopping bags. Squeezing and clenching and buckling and writing. Sports and exercise can be hard on your arms. You get […]
Why your arms need a massage
I have answered common questions that people ask a lot on my web site and in blog posts on those subjects. Most are about massage, what to expect, how I operate and other things related to massage. There are some other questions that are occasionally asked so I thought I […]
Questions people ask
Have you been in a situation where things are not going the way you would like? You try to be patient and understanding, but it’s something you are paying for and it’s not satisfactory. Maybe it’s a something you don’t get to do very often and you have been […]
Who’s in charge?
There are plenty of tools that you can use to help yourself feel better in between massage appointments. There are foam rollers, therapy canes, electronic devices providing percussion or vibration, and balls of all kinds. You’ll see ways to use tennis, golf, racquet, and lacrosse balls for massage purposes. These […]
What you can’t get from your home massage tool
There are a lot of little things that are after our attention. Some of them we do quickly and get them over with. Others are a bigger job and we may wait on them. For example, mowing my lawn isn’t one of my favorite things to do. In May and […]
Reduce stress by doing the little things
If you’ve never had a massage before you may have quite a few questions. That’s normal and to be expected. If your questions aren’t answered here please contact me and I’ll be glad to discuss anything else with you so you can feel comfortable and ready to relax when you […]
What to expect at your massage appointment
Once in a while you get an itch on your back that you can’t quite reach on your own. You find a friend or family member close by and ask them to scratch it. It’s not their back but they have an idea of where to scratch. You give them […]
That’s the spot
A common picture used in massage advertising is a person with stones placed on them. They seem remarkably happy that somebody took the effort to lay stones on their body. Apparently these stones have incredible qualities that allows them to relax completely and remove all of their stress and muscle […]
What is a hot stone massage?
You have many choices on where to go for a massage. You can go to a local or national chain, a spa or resort, or a small business. The biggest advantage of going somewhere other than a small business is availability. The bigger the business, the better your chances are […]
Advantages of getting a massage at a small business
Given the choice between a male and female massage therapist with similar skills, most people will choose to go to a female. Have you have ever thought about getting a massage from a male? There are some benefits that you may not have considered, so give these ideas some thought. […]
Advantages of working with a male massage therapist
Some people love massage. They talk about how much they look forward to it, how much it helps them, and how great their massage therapist is. They may strongly encourage you to go also. You may be hesitant because of a previous massage experience that was less than stellar. Have […]