The Queen of Herbs: How Tulsi Benefits the Body
There is a reason an herb earns the nicknames Holy Basil, The Incomparable One and Queen of Herbs. The herb tulsi—also spelled tulasi or thulasi—has be…
Why Your Massage Newsletter Needs An Overhaul
If you have been looking for new ways to market your massage therapy practice, you may have asked yourself: Does my practice need an e-newsletter? The…
Quick Self Fixes
True or false: Exercise is the only way to make weak muscles strong. False. A significant number of weak muscles can be made instantly strong, and kept strong, by doing specific connective tissue stretches and joint motions—Quick Self Fixes.
The Elephant in the Room: How to Conquer Fear of Public Speaking
Let’s address the elephant in the room. If you are afraid of speaking in public, I respectfully suggest you do everything in your power to get over it so you can use presenting as a way to get more exposure as a massage therapist, attain more authority in your community, and gain respect as an expert in your field.
E-Learning for Retail, Business, Technical Knowledge and Brand Certification
Multi-therapist massage clinic owners can help their team learn retailing skills as well as additional technical skills, to grow their careers and massage business. Universal Companies offers online eLearning for training in retailing, business, technical knowledge and brand certification.
Recharge Your Body’s Batteries the Easy Way: Jin Shin Jyutsu®
The power of our hands is no secret to massage therapists. The ancient art of Jin Shin Jyutsu takes this knowledge to a new level, offering an easy-yet-sophisticated self-care method that is accessible to everyone, at all times.
Create Your Ultimate Treatment Room with LED Mood Lighting
To complement the article “Nurturing Presence: Create a Healing Space for Clients” in the October 2014 issue of MASSAGE Magazine. Summary: LED lighti…
Sample Intentions for Therapists and Clients
Healing intentions are beneficial for both the massage therapist and client. The following suggested intentions may be modified as you see fit, to serve each individual and to support yourself as you work.