Guidelines for maximizing your massage/energy work experience

"Boredom, anger, sadness, or fear are not 'yours', not personal. They come and go. Nothing that comes and goes is you."---Eckhart Tolle

Before:

• Arrive a few minutes before your session to fill out or update an intake form
• Ask questions or voice any concerns you may have
• Inform the therapist of any health conditions or medications you are currently taking since there are some conditions that contraindicate massage or require certain considerations
  

During:

• Let the therapist know if the pressure needs to be adjusted
• If there are specific areas you feel needs more attention let the therapist know so that time will be better managed
• Let the therapist know if you experience any discomfort
  

After:

• Drink plenty of water. This will help flush out any toxins or impurities released from the muscles during the massage and it's always a good idea to stay hydrated
• Keep in mind certain techniques such as deep tissue, trigger point therapy, etc. may leave you sore for a day or two
• Consider getting massages on a regular basis as part of your health care regiment
  
• Waiting too long between sessions can increase the amount of stress and tension in your body making it more difficult to break down and decrease the duration of the benefits
  
• Try to find ways to relax and make time for yourself and the things you enjoy doing!!!