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5 Simple Ways to Soothe All of You

March 29, 2019 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entrySelf improvement (or self help) tools come in many shapes and sizes; sometimes it’s physical in nature (a self help book, having a massage, painting with water colors), or spiritual in nature (flower essences, Reiki, meditation which is both physical and spiritual, etc). Here are 5 simple ways to soothe all of you, your mind, body and spirit. These are the best self help options that I’ve used successfully to help soothe my own mind, body and spirit:…

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How to Eliminate Stress

March 2, 2019 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryWe have officially accepted stress as an everyday, unavoidable black cloud that follows us wherever we go. It’s in the car. It’s in the office. It’s at home. Stress is waiting around every corner with it’s sharp edges ready to chip away at our most complete selves. Stress heightens our blood pressure, making us irritable and tired. It causes our bodies to lock up and feel limited in the activities we used to be able to do. Whether…

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Health Benefits of a Facial Massage

November 17, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryWhile you might have had a back or neck massage, a facial massage is a little different. It is not meant to work out kinks in your shoulders or relax your sore and tired muscles, but instead provides a host of other benefits. Here are some reasons to consider getting a facial massage. Facial Massage Increases Circulation The first major benefit to getting a facial massage is the fact that it can help to increase circulation of your face….

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What is Ayurvedic Massage

September 18, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryAyurvedic massage is thought to be one of the oldest and most practiced forms of natural healing in the world that incorporates a use of aromatic oils. This 3000-year-old method began in India, and it is aimed towards helping you to achieve greater inner peace by cleansing the mind body and spirit. This technique is heavily practiced today, and many people find it to be highly effective. This article will be discussing some of Ayurvedic Massage’s benefits. What…

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Massage for Pain

September 14, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryMassage therapy is not only an excellent option if you want to de-stress and relax, but it can actually be very useful if you struggle with chronic pain. When you have chronic pain, it occurs over a long period of time, and even if you have moments where you are pain-free, it always comes back. There are certain types of massages that are better for pain, including those listed here. Massage Styles and Techniques For Pain Swedish Massage…

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How to Prepare for Massage

September 4, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryMassage is one of the most relaxing the feeling experiences that can be had. Not only is massage an excellent activity to enjoy or to pass time, it is also an excellent way to help elevate one’s health. With the prospect of any activity, preparation is usually a necessary step. The same should go for when we are considering engaging in health activities such as massage. If you continue reading, you will find just a few tips on…

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Ice or Heat for Massage?

August 28, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entrySometimes it can be difficult to determine exactly which therapy you should use for which kind of injury. Both heat and cold can be very beneficial for all sort of soreness and injuries, but the wrong treatment at a sensitive time can lengthen the time it takes to heal, or even aggravate or inflame the injury to a further extent than it already was before the treatment. This article will be geared towards showing you when ice or…

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5 Massage Pressure Points To Relax Yourself

August 21, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryStress can manifest itself in a lot of unpleasant ways. When you are stressed out, it can trigger unpleasant effects in your muscles that cause painful knots, and stress hormones that can cause weight gain and other health issues. If there was a way to reduce stress to the system quickly and effectively, would you try it? Pressure points are a fast way to do this, and it only takes a small amount of study to learn. This…

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How to Give a Scalp Massage

August 1, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryMassage can be an amazing way to achieve a calm relaxed demeanor after a long hard day. You might have a friend or a loved one that you would like to help unwind, but where do you begin when you want to learn about massage? An excellent and easy place to start would be with a scalp massage. The scalp is easy and most people are comfortable with that part of their body, so you may have some…

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Essential Oils for Massage

July 23, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryIf you’re someone who is familiar with essential oils, you probably have some knowledge about their usefulness, and how they can be used medicinally for a variety of common conditions. It should make sense then, that pairing essential oils with the ancient practice of massage can have a host of benefits for a person looking to be seen by a massage therapist. The purpose of this article is to name a short list of essential oils that can…

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