From the article: Bodywork and Massage Therapy
Share Post: Are you a massage lover? If yes, please share why you are passionate about getting a massage. What benefits have you gotten from receiving massages? Do you favor one massage style over another? What is your favorite type of massage therapy (Shiatsu, Swedish, Hot Stone Massage, Rolfing, Yogassage, Thai, or some other style) and why do you prefer it over other massage techniques? Passionate About Massages
Chakra Colors?
- After only a few sessions with my practitioner, and in a VERY relaxed state, through aromatherapy massage I now nearly always experience something strange and interesting. With my eyes closed, I see vivid colours, usually just 1 colour at a time, sometimes moving shapes, sometimes just a wall of colour. The first time this happened I found it startling, but now just expect and accept that it is happening. The practitioner, has on occasions felt strong energy coming from me. Could this be connected to the chakras?
- —Guest ww
Meditation on massage
- For relaxing we visualize each part of the body getting relaxed. Instead of just visualizing body parts, why not visualize massaging each part. Strong visualization should give us almost similar relaxation as real massage.
- —dalsukh
My Salvation
- When life is taking me down the rough path, I turn to massage. I tend to carry my stress in my shoulders. Once that stress has reached my little finger it is way past time to act. The total experience of the deep tissue massage is like my personal heaven. The room smells relaxing, the music is soft and soothing. The lights are very dim and the bed is warm. I lay down and close my eyes. My mind can think of nothing but how good my body feels, right now. The tension is slowly releasing, allowing my body and my mind to relax. I enjoy the touch, the warmth and the over all experience, from head to toe. I would love to be wealthy enough to allow myself the luxury to enjoy this wonderful feeling more often. As it stands, I allow myself the chance to go to my happy place, when life is not so happy. I do have some power over how life will affect me. I believe that massage has saved my sanity more than once, along with taking care of my body. If life allowed one luxury, it would be massage!
- —Guest Kim Perry
Giving as good as receiving
- I am a massage therapist and I love to give massage. It's rewarding for me to work with someone who has never experienced massage and bring about that body awareness and treat them to the tender touch they deserve. It is relaxing for me to give massage. The combination of music, movement and being in ones state of calm is healing for me as well. I love to have massage on my shoulders and lower back but I find that giving is what feeds my physical, mental and spiritual being more everyday. You never know what kind of positive things will come from a massage.
- —Guest tlee
Love Massages
- I love massage because it is sensual and really makes the body feel alive. In Thailand they walk over your body and practice manipulation to revitalize. In Jamaica the famous Aloe Vera massage. They strip leaves of Aloe and coat your body with the natural juices. I travel a lot in the third world and find that it is best to experiment and try assorted massage techniques. The feeling of massage opens up my physical, mental and spiritual channels and makes me feel more intune with life and my body. Each therapist is different in their approach to massage, but when the massage is finished they are the artist signing their work. No massage is the same and I make sure I don't fall asleep so I can experience the opening of channels, and the sensation of relaxed muscles. The massage therapist does not have to speak the same language because after the massage, it speaks for itself. I went To Wat Po in Thailand to learn the secret of massage and to understand it better. I love massage.
- —IndianiaJones
The Holy Trinity
- I'm one of two massage therapists working for a local chiropractor who also owns a fitness center. I'm married to an lmt as well, and I still can't get enough massage. I prefer deep tissue - it gets rid of muscle imbalances, postural problems, improves flexibility, and it makes me feel wonderful. Massage, chiropractics, and fitness... the holy trinity for good health and holistic wellness.
- —Guest mary
Massage
- For those who cannot afford massage, massage schools offer student massage at a very low rate.
- —Guest kperry
Robot Massage
- I love all types of massage, but the kind that I get most often is what I think of as 'robot massage'--a massage from a massage chair that my husband got for me a few years ago. It's a professional-quality massage chair, and every time someone comes over, they invariably end up in it for at least 15 minutes. The quality of massage isn't quite as good as getting a professional massage from someone, but for a free, daily massage, it can't be beat!
- —Guest Elizabeth
I love massage therapy because....
- My massage therapist is my daughter! She recently moved back to our home city, and comes to my house once a week to treat me to a massage. I have MS along with fibromyalgia. Julie (my daughter) is a certified precision neuromuscular therapist. She can target the exact spot to relieve pain and spasticity. Besides, every massage gives us a chance for an hour's worth of mom-daughter heart talk.
- —Guest Judylynn
The Healing!
- My massage therapist offers physical, emotional, mental, even spiritual healing - she's very open minded and spiritual. My body is like silly putty when she's done and I sleep like a newborn. When your body is in that empty and relaxed state, healing of all kinds happens. I've had hot rock, relaxation, aromatherapy, and deep tissue massage. Love it, love it, love it! My next step is getting into massage school so I can make it a part of my life and healing studies.
- —Mairin7
Why I Love Massage
- To be touched with healing hands... Sad it is cost prohibitive.
- —Guest Lee
Love My Massages...
- I have been receiving massages since 1996. I am on my 4th massage therapist - due to people moving or illnesses. I swear by them too. When I was between massage therapists the stress from my family situation got so high that I came down with bacterial pneumonia. I spent 5 days in the hospital then. I usually get a full body massage with emphasis on back, shoulders, and butt. Forget the shins, I cannot stand it there. I just feel better all around after I have had a massage. I recommend massage to everyone.
- —CLFB
Touch Therapy
- Massage allows the client and therapist the opportunity to share in touch, one of the most basic healing modalities there is. Massage gives me the chance to receive calming, loving touch for an hour, something that is sorely missing in today's society.
- —Guest Kelly
Total Relaxation
- I don't know what kind of massages I have gotten in the past. I do know that, after a massage, my muscles and joints feel relaxed. At a function at work, the massage therapist offered me a chair massage for a headache I had. Sure enough, ten minutes later, my headache was gone. I just wish I could have her come and give me a massage everytime something hurt!
- —Guest Anne W.
Deep Tissue Massage
- I have fibroymyalgia and a deep tissue massage is heaven. I only wish I could afford it more. I don't really go for the Hot Stone Massage though.
- —khayesrn
