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Romantic Valentines Day Gift Idea #1 - Learn Massage together, Take a Private Workshop

2/2/2018

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Couples Massage - Private WorkshopCouples Massage - Private WorkshopTreat your someone special to something unique this Valentine’s Day! Learn to give each other the gift of massage !

Giving and receiving massage can be one of the most enjoyable experiences you can share. From relaxing to romantic - learning some proper techniques can enhance the experience while learning how to protect yourself from strains, aches and pains.

Based on the principles of Swedish Massage, t
his highly focused personalized one-on-one  workshop is designed to give you the basics to begin your foundation of giving a great massage. It can be done in private or in small groups.


Are you looking for new and exciting ways to connect?

Are you open? Ready to experience new ways of releasing tension and stress in your bodies?  

Would you like to find new ways of celebrating your love and expressing your love through the power of touch?



Couples take a couples massage class for many reasons but almost always in part  to deepen their connection with each other. To feel their partner in new ways both their physical body as well as through an emotional connection, and an exchange of energy.

Through touch we are able to feel, read and share an even more intimate relationship with our partner.  All you have to do is breathe, believe in love and begin.

For more information regarding my Couples Workshop click here


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How to make your Spouse a better Gift Giver - Valentines Day

1/28/2018

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Ok I will just come out and lead with it - Send him or her this link to a Massage Gift Certificate ! Seriously, its not that massage is the only gift, but if you are reading this blog, there is a very good chance it is something you would love, and therefore sometimes it is helpful to give guidance.

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. And expectations sometimes run high.  Whether it is the gift, or the card, or the flowers or the dinner - Valentines is sort of like New Years for some - there is pressure to succeed. 

Some of you reading this may already be dreaming about roses and Godiva, others a romantic candlelit dinner and a stunning pair of diamond studs.

Still others may just be hoping for a morning to sleep in and maybe a cup of coffee handed to you before you even get out of bed. Maybe more help with the kids, if you have them.

Tips for Making Your Spouse or Significant Other a Better Gift Giver

Don’t make it a guessing game.
Gift-giving shouldn’t be some kind of test—especially not a pass or fail one.  For those who are literally happy with anything, I guess this post is not aimed at you. For others, they wish their spouse was more thoughtful, but maybe he just needs guidance and does not excel at reading minds.

There’s no reason to be sly or secretive about what you want for a special occasion. Just be open about it.

For men (and I am assuming most reading this blog are women) I think most would love to make you happy and give you what you would love, so spell it out.  Send an amazon link,
But if you have something in mind—even if it’s just the type of present you’d like —don’t just cross your fingers and hope they can read your mind.

Let Him Know When He Gets It Right
When your spouse or SO hits the nail on the head gift-wise, feel free to gush over it—and then demonstrate how much you love it by making a point of using/wearing it in his presence. 

Not only will he feel proud of his present of choice, he’ll also be more likely to give a repeat performance!

Tell Him to Consider This  - What does he love about you, and then give a gift reflecting that.”
So if your mate is totally stumped, suggest he consider what exactly it is he loves about you.  If he loves how organized you keep the whole family, maybe you’ll end up with a beautiful, classy day planner.  If he’s grateful for your cooking skills, you might get to enjoy a brand new cast iron skillet.  If nothing else, asking that question is a helpful starting point.


Encourage Him to Think Beyond Stuff the Store
A house full of stuff does not a happy person make.

Experiences.
Life is about experiences. And this goes for you too in the giving department, Maybe it is a helicopter flying lesson, or grown up go carts.

A study from researchers at San Francisco State University found that when we spend our money on experiences rather than things, it can actually lead to increased satisfaction and well being.  This again is a perfect reason for getting and giving massage.

So help your spouse out and make yourself happier in the process by suggesting he focus on experiential purchases. A gift certificate for a manicure, a pair of tickets to the theater, or a coupon for a skydiving trip (for the thrill-seeking readers out there!) might be in your future.



Remember: It Really Is the Thought That Counts 
It is cliché, but it is true.  As long as there is thought that goes into it.  A thoughtless gift picked up on the way home can hurt, better no gift.  But a thoughtful mate might be struggling and one gift you can give him in return is direction.



With Aloha

Note: Because most  of my readers/clients are heterosexual females, and because it it too cumbersome to do otherwise, this post is written that way, but it of course applies to all genders and couples. Anyone who knows me knows that no offense is intended.  If you are unattached this Valentines day than of course gift yourself....what a wonderful thing to do!

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Stay on top of Holiday Stress 

11/5/2014

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Holiday Stress Tips to Stay On Top

Here "it" comes -- holiday stress. A s families negotiate where to spend Thanksgiving, and millions of us are making the empty promise to ourselves to start early on holiday shopping, the anxiety begins to build. And it only gets crazier from here. Choir practice for the kids, family gatherings at every turn, office parties, treks to the mall, baking...you know where this is headed. So what can you do about it? You may not be able to control the chaos of the season, but there are some steps to make sure you survive it unscathed.

1.Take time for yourself. YES, get a massage. Soak in a mineral bath. Listen to the silence of a snowfall. Even if there seems no possible moment you can claim as your own, close your eyes, breathe deep from your belly several times, exhaling the air loudly from your mouth. Do this whenever you need a "moment."

2. Utilize catalog/online shopping. Don't fight the crowds. From the convenience of your home or during an office lunch hour, catalog and online shopping can eliminate the headache of holiday stress tenfold.

3. Eat right. Some of the best goodies come out this time of year. While you shouldn't deny yourself the opportunity to have a piece of grandma's pumpkin pie, don't overdo it. Remember to eat plenty of veggies and fruits to help stave off the winter's bombardment of colds.

4. Give yourself the advantage. Consumption of alcohol, nicotine, drugs and caffeine elicit the body's stress reaction. Remember moderation; you'll be happier and calmer in the long run.

5. Don't skimp on the exercise...but allow yourself to be excused from the routine when need be. Exercise helps melt the stress away and can provide that moment of clarity in a hectic day.

6. Don't try to be Martha Stewart. It's easy to get caught up in the spirit of the holidays with new decorating ideas, fancy dinners and the whim to make all your gifts this year. Be realistic and honest with yourself. Don't set yourself up for failure. Hire a caterer. Have friends help by having a craft day. Forgo making the gift wreath and give a gift you'll know they'll appreciate -- a massage.

7. Remember the spirit. When it's all said and done, no one will remember that the turkey was a little dry, that the sweater didn't fit, or that you were a few minutes late for rehearsal. What do they remember? The precious moments with family and friends.


Originally published in  Massage Bodywork magazine
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