Anya Dominique Massage

With the scent of Palo Santo smoke trailing through the air, and gentle music floating through, I'm setting up for the cosiest Couple's Massage in the yoga studio.

These are often so interesting to me, as I get to see other massage therapist's techniques in real time, whilst also giving my dedicated attention to my client. The synchronised deep breaths, the co-regulated nervous systems. Reverence.

Other Massage Therapists: do you enjoy performing Couple's Massages?

So, I have wanted to try something new that will open a space for conversations: Musings of A Massage Therapist! My goal is to post a topic weekly, and I'd love to hear more about what others have experienced in their massage sessions - either as the Massage Therapist, or the one receiving the massage.

What is a goal you want to achieve?

Busy gal here after a week in Wales with family 🤭

Look out, she's a social media creator! 😂

Thanks to my gorgeous partner for gifting this little microphone and tripod bundle so I can actually get creating and posting.

Anyone have any tips for creating content in the context of massage therapy (and maybe how to remove my heart from my mouth when I go to film something)?

I realise I kinda abandoned posting on my socials for a while - the ADHD procrastination monster kicked up a fuss, and to be frank - the thought of creating content in the recent heatwaves was wholly unappealing! So, this is me getting back into the good habit - we gotta hype ourselves up before anyone else can. I've been absolutely loving life as a massage therapist, building relationships with such amazing people who have often become my regulars. I get to see their progress as stress and tension dissipates across their sessions, and feel so fortunate I get to hear their stories, or witness them take their first deep breath they've had in a while. The studio has recently had some paint work done, so the gorgeous Victorian building is feeling much lighter and airy-er after the heatwaves we'd been having. I have some last minute space available today and tomorrow - be quick before they fill up!