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Letting Go With Massage


By Satya Supriyareed

Everyone needs to liberate themselves from the endless demands of time. Listening to relaxing music, lying back and cloud gazing on a summer day, or sifting the sandy beach for special stones are a few of the many ways we can quiet our minds, in the most innocent of moments, to find wholeness, and harmony. As children we are ever captivated by the infinite nature all around us, interacting with it with a sense of boundless discovery. As we age our journey traverses more inward as we spend more time evaluating, planning, calculating, perceiving, worrying and circling within our minds.

Many people escape from the endless load at work, family stress, and life pressures with a session of Massage. For far too many of us, stiffness and discomfort are such a constant, we become so accustomed to it, that it is often much more than a physical release we experience from a Massage therapy session. We are often moved by the psychological relief and occasionally the emotional release that accompanies release of muscular tension. Massage can be journey of self-discovery. Feeling centered and at ease, we experience ease in our posture, movements and in our breath.

Massage has its greatest impact on the muscular tissues of the body. Therapeutic manipulation of the muscles aids in the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluids, activates the organs of digestion and detoxification, and enhances the ability of the lungs and skin. As the muscles improve through enhanced oxygenation and elimination, so do the neural connections supplying the muscles, which feed right back to the spinal cord and brain.

Most people find massage increases awareness of the body, raises their levels of energy and leads to an enhanced feeling of well being. Massage therapy achieves this through gentle, persistent focus on the whole person to provide a refreshing perspective on long standing problems, regardless of whether these are physically based or psychologically induced. To benefit fully from a massage, you need to play an active role in the healing process by paying attention to the therapists touch. As soon as you lie down, let yourself melt down into the surface. Close your eyes and become aware of your breathing and the parts of your body that move as you inhale or exhale. Let go of any worries or problems that are on your mind.

Surrender to the therapeutic touch of the therapist, allowing your limbs to be moved freely without needing to assist. Channel your breath into the areas the therapist delves into. Your focused breath brings much benefit to the therapeutic exchange. Let your therapist know if you have any level of discomfort, if the pressure is too deep, or if it feels just great. This communication will help connect the giver to you the receiver, to achieve balance and harmony. Although your therapist would enjoy conversing, the will be quick to embrace to quiet focus of the session.

Going for a Massage can have amazing benefits. Getting a regular Massage can make the benefits last. Having a regular Massage as part of your personal wellness program, can have enormous impact on your present health and how well your body ages long into the future. Dedicating time and money for regular Massage therapy is a rewarding investment in your health. Consider Massage therapy youre most holistic approach to your health and wellness plan, and work with your Therapist to establish treatment goals and a schedule that fits you best.

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