It was during my college years, when I felt that I was at a cross-roads. I was studying full-time, working part-time, and I suffered with the kind of migraines that would put me out of action for a whole day at a time. Not to mention that I was trying to balance all the other things a typical 20-something-year-old woman has to deal with. I knew I needed something else in my life. Something was missing.
It’s hard to explain exactly how I felt; but after one short visit to a massage therapist, my life changed radically. Fast forward; and I’m now having at least one massage a month by a qualified massage therapist. The results are such that I preach the good word about the positive effects of massage on my life; and how we can help others. Here are the top five ways massage therapy changed my life. It can change your life too.
1) Massage has all-but cured my migraines. I still have the occasional migraine. For those who suffer from this debilitating condition, this will be a dominant and negative part of their lives. In all honesty, I can affirm that my migraines have become reduced to as few as one a month. In the past, I would have had at least one a week. Having relaxing massage has provided, for me, a great result.
2) Another huge positive is that I no longer have use any prescription medications. There are no side effects or chemicals to make allowance for in massage therapy. This natural and relaxing solution has helped me massage the stress out of my life.
3) Massage is well known to reduce the effect of stress. I have tested this for myself and would therefore recommend it to anyone feeling stressed. Make a trip to the nearest spa; and book a relaxation session. Stress does not simply go away − it needs to be managed. I was not managing my own stress well. It was causing me to lose sleep.
4) Many everyday things were out of my control. Even skin conditions broke out. All of these problems are now a distant memory. Massage introduced me to a new and healthier way of life. Massage really opened my eyes to a whole new world of alternative medicines and treatments. I started looking at some of the other elements that are used, such as essential oils. I have searched for deeper and more meaningful reasons for all my various stress-related conditions. A focus on massage therapy does not only apply health benefits to the individual − there are a host of mental benefits too. Being able to focus better means that you can be more productive in your work life. Acute focusing sharpens your mind, helping your memory and giving you that ‘pep in your step’ that you see in some people, and so want for yourself. Massage has improved my confidence. This is something I really believe is worth mentioning.
5) Confidence goes hand in hand with many other benefits, as mentioned above. Massage is the single reason for my overall health improvement.
Massage therapy has made a significant and positive impact on my life. I can’t speak highly enough of it. Massage therapy can do wonders − take my word for it. Book yourself a therapy session without delay, and discover this for yourself.
