Discipline, not “the Universe” is the Key to Making Money
The desire to be rich is a dream almost all of us have at one time or another. But if you really want to be rich, it’s critical that you first…
Massage Practice Articles
The MT’s Guide to Meeting Massage Continuing Education Requirements
Learning about massage therapy doesn’t end once you’ve graduated from massage therapy school and passed your licensing exam. As in other health care f…
Yin & Yang at the Table: This is How Tai Chi-Inspired Body Mechanics Can Prevent MT Pain and Dysfunction
Using poor mechanics is easy — until you hurt. Body mechanics isn’t something you learn and are done with; it is the continual analysis of pos…
Do You Really Need Assessment Skills? The Answer is Yes
You might wonder, “I received good training in my massage-school program. Is it necessary for me to learn additional assessment skills?” Yes, …
Write to Heal From Trauma, Illness or Loss: 7 Prompts to Explore Now
In my work with cancer and hospital patients, I found that certain qualities surface in successful writing about an illness or injury. This ki…
Top 7 Steps To Get Into Sports Massage
Most sports today utilize the skills of professional massage therapists to help keep their teams in top physical shape - but sports massage isn't just…
Boost Your Business and Client Satisfaction with Free Product Samples
Chances are you’ve received free product samples while shopping in a grocery store, boutique or garden shop. These freebies are intended to give y…
More Americans Have Dementia. This is How Massage Can Help.
A longtime client sits in my treatment room, tears dropping into her lap, crumbling a sodden tissue, unable to speak for minutes as she struggles …
Topical Cold Therapy: How Turning Down the Heat Can Help Your Clients
Massage therapy typically involves the use of some type of cream, lotion or gel, and sometimes the addition of hot stones or another therapeutic d…
Learn How a Mentor Can Contribute to Your Career Longevity
You might have started your massage therapy career with high ideals and ambitious goals, but now feel adrift. Perhaps you feel alone in naviga…