Tag Archives: breath

Self-care for Bodyworkers

Posted on April 1, 2014 by RJR Self-Care

While demonstrating a massage technique, one of my students said, “Ruben, that looks like it feels really good in YOUR body, as a practitioner.” I replied, “Well, yes. That’s exactly the point of being a body worker. The more you … Continue reading →

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Breathe your way to rest

Posted on February 21, 2014 by RJR Self-Care

Conscious breathing, during a massage, usually results in a quieting of the mind and relaxation of the body’s muscular system. One of my clients fights against this, saying she “doesn’t want to miss the massage, by dozing off.” Is fighting to … Continue reading →

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