by Nigel Coates
People often wait until their physical pain is debilitating before seeking massage treatment, but 'getting a massage' can give you more than reduced pain and increased range of movement.
Body: Most people would believe that a massage is simply, 'laying hands on a body', but it is so much more than that. For the person seeking treatment, getting a massage is an 'experience'.
It all starts with the phone call. The therapist sets the tone for what is to follow, by asking things like 'What do you want to achieve?” Feeling that the therapist has your best interest at heart opens you to receive more healing.
Giving yourself the time to nurture you wellbeing has its own rewards, by primarily increasing your level of self-worth.
If the massage room has dim lighting and aromatic scents it really does feel like an escape from the outside world. Responsibility and stress can be left at the door for an hour.
If the music is something the person associates with well-being they are taken further into a healing space.
If the touch is nurturing and secure these feeling are conveyed energetically from the therapist to the client.
It is common for clients to 'follow' the touch on the body with their awareness. They evaluate how the sensation feels. They connect to and dissociate from any pain. They become more aware of their physical nature and appreciate correct function.
A natural rhythm of breath is found which can be compared to the subconscious programming of sleep patterns. There are not many activities we do where we lay still for an hour and keep awareness. Sighing or deep breaths let out more than carbon dioxide. Stress, worry and anxiety all leave the physical body with ease.
The mind is free from responsibly and clients surrender control to the therapist. This respite from normal function gives perspective and clarity. Solutions to problems present themselves and mountains become molehills.
When clients redress they feel renewed, invigorated and clear minded.
The entire experience is greater than 'rubbing'. There are many factors at play that affect the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual elements of your being. That being said, one needn't wait for a bad back or tension headaches to book a treatment.
As a massage therapist, it never surprises me to hear another client say, 'I won't leave it so long until the next one'. So, how long has it been for you?
Nigel Coates has created an Australian Massage Network, including Ballarat Massage and Mackay Massage. |
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by Andy Guides Jr
While skin care is a body wide process, the most important part of your body to protect is your face. Your face is how you present your image to the world. Taking care of it is as important to your health as jogging or proper diet. Make sure to remember these basic facts.
Caring for your skin is as important as any other health care regimen you observe. How you care for it depends on the type you have and other factors in your lifestyle. Here are some of the basic types and how to know which one is you. If oily, you will have large pores and a shiny or oily appearance. You may be prone to acne and blemishes or discoloration. You need to wash your face a little more often and moisturize less.
If you have dry-skin, you will notice a tight feeling after washing. There may be dry wrinkles around the mouth and eyes. It may appear ashy or flaky. Moisturizers with ingredients that promote Collagen will help this condition so look for products with Retinoids.
Normal or combination-skin has a healthier color and medium sized pores. This is the easiest type to care for, as it will need less attention and scrubbing than oily-skin and less moisturizing than dry. Take care of your body and you will glow and shine radiantly for your lifetime.
Combination oily to dry will be oily in some places like the forehead and dry around the eyes and jaw line. While this is the most difficult type to care for, you can still maintain a great looking appearance with the proper treatment. Remember to treat the different areas appropriately.
The hardest type to care for is sensitive skin and this is especially true if you have to be out in the sun during the day. Protect yourself with sunscreen and use all natural skin care products to keep harsh chemicals from hurting it further. There are an abundance of moisturizers on the market for sensitive skin that will help you as you struggle to keep it healthy and beautiful.
The most important thing to remember as you go through life is to protect your body from the suns harmful rays. The very best thing you can do for yourself is to wear that sunscreen. Skin care is not hard, follow these important steps and you just can't go wrong. Always start by cleaning your face thoroughly and pat it dry rather than wiping dry with a coarse towel. Exfoliate with a scrub that has fine grains as opposed to big rough grains. The less expensive the scrub is the worse the quality of the grain will be. Moisturize with a good brand of moisturizer and then apply a good sunscreen to keep your looking great for life.
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