Yesterday, I had the great pleasure of receiving a massage from Chandra, owner of Enchanté. The treatment was pure magic; exfoliation & salt scrub, perfect pressure, and a synchronicity of the movements with my breath. As I communed with my body, I was reminded of a phrase I hear often when giving a massage, "I didn't know that hurt, until you touched it." Massage has a way of bringing to our consciousness, the physical and emotional pains we have buried and desensitized ourselves to.
Therapists can be the biggest offenders when it comes to caring for our bodies and actually getting massages. We too struggle with the time, money, and commitment it takes to honor ourselves for that hour. It's easy to come up with reasons not to treat ourselves to a massage or fit stretching into our day. Humans, however, are brilliantly creative and will find a way to get what they honestly desire.
Time can be on our side, if we plan our days, weeks, and months appropriately. Find the value in five minutes of stretching each morning and slowly increase that number. Carve fifteen minutes out of your week to implement self-massage techniques. And, once a month, enjoy a professional massage. Setting small goals is a good place to start, you can always replace them with bigger ones.
Money doesn't have to be a barrier to getting the treatment you need and deserve. Figure massage into your monthly or weekly budget, and plan for this expense. Explore alternative methods of payment, like insurance. Maybe you have a service you can provide in trade. Some massage centers advertise on the Internet and local publications, offering coupons and discounts, and there is always the option of calling to ask about current specials. Use your imagination and you will find an avenue that leads to affordable services.
Having the time and money are great, but they are nothing without commitment. Taking responsibility for your current state is the first step to improving your health. By making stretching a part of your daily routine, you will rediscover your body and improve it's condition. Seek out a therapist you can work with on a regular basis. Let them know about your goals and ask for tips on how better to achieve those goals. Soon you will be well informed and saying, "Massage, it feels so good."
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