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:

Thai Massage: Ancient Wisdom Enriching Modern Wellness

In this article we will be exploring he ancient art of Thai massage and how it has left an indelible mark on the modern world of wellness. With over 2,500 years of history and a rich tapestry of influences, Thai massage offers a holistic approach to health and relaxation that continues to captivate and inspire. In this blog post, we'll delve into the history of Thai massage, its unique techniques, and its profound contributions to contemporary wellness practices. Join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the secrets of this ancient wisdom.

The History of Massage Part 1: A Journey To Ancient China

Massage is one of the oldest forms of healing practices and has been used for thousands of years in many different cultures around the world. The origins of massage are difficult to trace precisely, but historians believe that it was first practiced in China around 3,000 BCE. Massage has a rich history in China, dating back thousands of years. The earliest written records of massage in China date back to the Nei Jing, a Chinese medical text written around 2700 BCE. This text describes massage as a therapeutic tool for healing and promoting wellness, and it provides detailed descriptions of massage techniques and their benefits.