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Ask for what you want. Be as specific as you can with
your request. Do you want deeper or lighter pressure? Do
you want a specific area worked on? Is the room to hot or too cold for
you? Do you hate the music or anything else? Don't be afraid to
be as honest as you
can. It won't hurt my feelings. It will help
me to know how to work with you most effectively.
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Keep me informed of how the massage is feeling at all times.
You do not have to 'take' the amount of pressure I am giving. More
is not necessarily better. It is important to discover what is best
for you. You can say STOP at any time. You can ask for more work
on a specific area even if I have completed that area.
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If after you leave, if you realize that it just wasn't what
you wanted, please call to let me know. Call or email me with your
needs. My intention is to provide a session that is all about your
needs.
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Learning to relax on the massage table is a process.
Using deep breathing techniques can help facilitate this process, You
may feel a need to unwind and unravel from whatever activity you just came
from. Feel free to do what you need to do - talk or be quiet.
Talking too much can take you away from the massage experience.
Focusing on your breathing can help take you away from your thoughts.
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I highly recommend getting regular massages. It
is an important part of increasing your physical awareness as well as your
mental and emotional awareness. Helping you to get more in touch with
yourself is an important part of health and well being. Once a week or
once every other week is usually best.
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If you feel sore after a massage it is an indicator of just
how tight something was. It will usually go away in a day or two.
Usually taking baths in Epsom salt and drinking water can help relieve those
symptoms.
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Please show up on time for you appointment and maybe a few
minutes early so you can start to unwind. I usually can not
accommodate you and work on you for the full hour if you are late as I have
other clients scheduled after you.
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I don't recommend working out after a massage as it
takes away from the massage experience. It is best to get a massage
after working out or any physical activity. You will benefit more from
your workout.
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Keep me informed of all health concerns you are having or
have had.
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When you leave, take time to walk slowly and feel the
effects of a massage. I recommend getting a massage when you do not
have to go back to work afterwards but realize that is not always possible.
Do the best you can to enjoy the massage for as long as you can.
