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Three Emotional Traps Bodyworkers Can Fall Victim To
Dec 8 2025
Bodyworkers who desire a long, successful and rewarding career must be able to recognize and undo these three, common, emotional pitfalls.
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Dec 8 2025
The compassionate nature of many bodyworkers leaves them vulnerable to absorbing their client’s energy. Practicing these four steps - self-awareness, grounding, protection and cleansing - will help prevent emotional burnout.
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Nov 20 2025
Massage therapist self care isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Regular bodywork, healthy boundaries, and mindful self-care help prevent pain, reduce fatigue, and support a long, thriving career.
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Dec 20 2021
Learn about the causes of plantar fasciitis, as well as 5 techniques you can try from the comfort of your home to ease this foot pain. Continue reading
Differences Between Relaxation Massage, Medical Massage & Sports Massage
Aug 29 2014
A friend gives you a gift certificate for a massage, but what kind of massage will it be? What do you request – do you even have a choice? Learn about some basic options available to you when the time comes for you to schedule that appointment. Continue reading
Where On My Body Is a Massage Therapist Allowed to or Qualified to Work?
Jun 30 2014
Discover which parts of the body are forbidden to touch during a massage session. Continue reading
Holiday Stress 2025: Why It’s Rising and How to Protect Your Mental Health
Dec 12 2025
The holidays promise joy and connection, but for many people they also bring a quiet surge of holiday stress — from financial pressure to family tension to the expectation of staying cheerful no matter what. New research shows stress levels are climbing in 2025, making it more important than ever to understand what’s driving the overwhelm and how to protect your mental health through the season.
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Dec 12 2025
If you’ve ever felt stretched thin, unfocused, or wired when you want to wind down, you’re not alone. A growing body of research suggests one traditional herb may help the body handle stress more gracefully.
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Nov 19 2025
These five lifestyle approaches should be a part of every healthy heart program, because they support vascular health and improve blood flow throughout the body.
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