Autumn Aromatherapy: Essential Oils to Enhance Your Massage Experience

As the vibrant colors of summer gradually give way to the crisp embrace of autumn, our bodies and minds undergo a transition. The fall season brings its unique set of challenges, such as fluctuating temperatures and the onset of cold and flu season. However, the power of aromatherapy can be harnessed to enhance your massage experience and support your immune system during this seasonal shift. In this guide, we'll explore five essential oils that are perfect for autumn wellness and delve into why they are beneficial for your well-being.

The WORST Massage I Ever Received & The Red Flags You Need to Know

This is the story of the worst massage I ever received and the warnings signs that it was not going to meet my needs. I hate for anyone to receive bad bodywork so I wanted to share my story and teach you how NOT to end up on the receiving end of a terrible massage. Many moons ago when I was in college I decided to treat myself to a massage. I had just finished exams and I was exhausted in both body and mind so I saw a good deal at a local massage office and decided to try it out. I didn’t really know what to expect from a professional massage but now that I am a massage therapist and run a wellness business, I look back at the experience and cringe. There were so many red flags and here was the first:

The History of Massage Part 2: A Journey To India

Massage has a long and rich tradition in Indian culture, with its roots intertwined with Ayurveda, the ancient system of traditional medicine that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The concept of massage in India can be traced back thousands of years to ancient Ayurvedic texts. Ayurveda, which means "the science of life," is a holistic system of medicine that encompasses various therapeutic techniques, including massage, herbal medicine, diet, and lifestyle practices. Ayurvedic texts like Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, believed to have been written between 1500 BCE to 500 CE, discuss the use of massage as an essential healing modality. Alongside Ayurveda, Siddha medicine also contributed to the development of massage practices in India.