This was Alan's first time having a massage with Carly and like me (I was
so serene I was 'stupid' for several minutes! ) he floated out on a cloud of R,R
& R-- which was ideal as he had a hard hour long run in the hills this
morning and was feeling a wee bit sore.
Massage is good for you on so many levels, many of which I have previously
posted. However not all massage work is
equal and for as many relaxation massages I have had, Carly is the all time best! And when you find someone who can read your
body and make you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and restored, follow them to the
ends of the earth...LOL
Today Carly worked several muscle groups that were bothering me and for 90
minutes I drifted off to sleep several times.
She finished with some hot stones and several amazing techniques on my
face which felt remarkable. Who knew you
retain so much stress in your eyebrows!
Generally speaking, for me at least, I connect or don't with the person
giving the massage. When you bond, it
can be utter magic--here are some key points to look for in a great technician. They spend time prior to your massage asking
you if you have any particular areas that are of concern and accommodate those special
needs within the massage, the room is
spotless and they quietly excuse themselves so you can get undressed and under
the covers, they pay attention to the music (if you like music during your
massage), they ask if you would like something to drink, and if you say no,
they politely remind you that water is very important to help flush the system
after a massage. They make sure there is
Kleenex in the room, don't talk unless you initiate a discussion or to ask if you
feel comfortable and that the pressure is OK, they use really good
essential/carrier oils and you NEVER feel rushed or neglected. Once a practitioner left the massage room to
get some things she had forgotten and left me lying there for 15 minutes--I am
not kidding!
It is so important that you feel a sense of trust when having any spa
treatments and massage work is no different.
You must feel comfortable, that there is a shared sense of respect and
professionalism. And Spa Girls, if you
have not found this--keep looking--there is a Carly out there for you!
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