October 25, 2012
20 Simple Suggestions for Massage Therapists
Simply Put: Get more massage.
1. Get massages often.
2. Get a massage from someone who has been doing it longer than you.
3. Get a massage from someone who just got out of school.
4. Get a massage from someone who specializes in specific techniques.
5. Get a massage from someone who blooms as a generalist.
6. Get a massage from someone who only uses his or her hands.
7. Get a massage from someone who uses their hands, forearms, feet or any combination of body parts.
8. Get a massage from someone who loves an array of bells and whistles (like aromatherapy, heat therapy, cold therapy, stones, bamboo, scrubs, paraffin wax and the like).
9. Get a massage from someone who keeps it simple.
10. Get a massage from someone who loves myofacial release, tapotement, range of motion and vigorous petrissage.
11. Get a relaxation massage.
12. Get a massage in silence.
13. Get a massage with music you have never heard or a soundscape you might have tried on your own.
14. Get a massage on your own table, in the space you work in.
15. Get a massage when you are feeling emotional.
16. Get a massage when you are in pain.
17. Get a massage when you already feel great.
18. Get a massage with the intention to learn.
19. Get a massage with the intention to let go.
20. Get a massage as a paying client to respect and value time, skill and treatment.
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