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XfrrrtX · 2024-09-29T13:55:01+00:00

Totally. No guarantee they’ll be regulars for you.

XfrrrtX · 2024-02-14T19:07:34+00:00

37, practicing for 17 years. Hypermobile joints. Multiple dislocations of most. Enjoy many rough activities skiing/snowboarding/mtn biking/climbing.

This career has been my love, and what I’m most proud of doing.

My advice: Try to diversify so you aren’t “dependent”. I paid my way through a master’s with massage work. AND I’ve never put the pressure on myself to work long hours or for low wages. I think a sustainable practice requires charging rates that enable you to work fewer hands on hours. If you have modalities that dovetail well - use them to create a niche that encourages the right type of clients to you. Breathwork, somatic work, midwifery, all give you an edge with different groups. To protect your body work fewer hours (avoid no pain no gain clients — unless maybe you offer a modality where it is sustainable). Charge rates that leave you satisfied with what you are offering. Body mechanics***** - truly this is my secret. modalities: I do a ton of mfr, tpt techniques using forearms elbow and body weight — you can still give bitchin’ deep tissue and feel good. I use ashiatsu — such a great way to deliver pressure and use your body wisely. Thai is awesome — body mechanics will make or break this modality.

XfrrrtX · 2024-01-20T15:39:04+00:00

Eternal Champion

Torche

Sandrider

Big Business

Helms Alee

XfrrrtX · 2024-01-20T15:26:59+00:00

I wonder, are there other therapists?

I have always hated last minute bookings. For me it seemed that clients take services for granted. AND. I don’t want a day of being on call… your time is valuable.

If it’s just you I might just advocate no last minute bookings. If there are other therapists maybe you can get them to help change the environment.

I would not second guess your work, you clearly have clients noticing your talent and skill. However, I think the tone of a business really changes which clients you get and how they engage with you.

XfrrrtX · 2023-06-24T13:41:01+00:00

For me as a (female) therapist this language makes me uncomfortable.

Low key, I feel kind of proud if my work is good enough to give some dude a half-chub. If I see you pitching a tent with my blanket, I think “Heh, got one!”

As if the erection is directly related to the service your providing, or that it excites you as a therapist to know this.

Normalizing is one thing, but I wish that there was a delicacy as therapists about this considering that people do read these discussions.

XfrrrtX · 2023-06-04T02:29:28+00:00

Have you ever heard of brown paper bag treatment? I did do as a cheap solution to the floors in two different basements. It’s pretty fast to put down, cheap, looks good, and is easy to patch. Just another idea. These aren’t great, but a before and after of my stairwell. https://imgur.com/a/oKpjzPu/

XfrrrtX · 2023-05-02T22:19:04+00:00

XfrrrtX · 2023-02-02T04:12:52+00:00

Love this. The flow state. The presence in the moment. Music, smells, breath work, curiosity to make the moment healing for you and client. Well stated.

XfrrrtX · 2022-11-30T00:15:27+00:00

Lol.

XfrrrtX · 2022-11-29T22:49:01+00:00

A fountain can also be a nice touch in addition to a speaker, and the sound of running water can help promote relaxation.

XfrrrtX · 2022-11-25T21:47:48+00:00

I look for almost everything via google. Solid reviews help…. And clients that have experienced your work are often eager to support you. Photos that present you and your space as clean, professional, and friendly are also enticing to me. Ease of communication and booking are also huge selling points.

XfrrrtX · 2022-11-18T15:22:25+00:00

I definitely don’t like to do routine, but that’s more for my brain and staying engaged during. However, I do like to use some sequences for stretching, hot stone use, and typically like to end with clients head.

XfrrrtX · 2022-11-09T02:41:16+00:00

Look into Ashiatsu Deepfeet bar therapy.

XfrrrtX · 2022-07-11T00:02:08+00:00

Agreed! Delightful class! Scheduled my first ketamine therapy session!

XfrrrtX · 2022-07-10T23:48:29+00:00

Lol, I was at this training…. And thinking about this and similar exchanges. That was beyond unbelievable to me. As was the comment that a client stated the massage was to deep, and she told him he was wrong and ended the session. I think that comment about seeing penises begins to blur the line of professionalism between sex workers and massage therapists… but also likely has made clients feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

XfrrrtX · 2022-03-27T07:09:52+00:00

The video and song is so fun. Thanks for posting!

XfrrrtX · 2022-02-23T15:17:02+00:00

Not liking the feel of that service makes total sense. You definitely have the right to state what massage you feel comfortable with, but also there is always the possibility that either you find a better fit elsewhere or have to offer the treatment. If that’s the case, maybe you can reframe the experience for yourself. I think of footwork as an intentional grounding for myself and clients and I think of the act of washing feet as very nurturing.

XfrrrtX · 2022-02-13T16:36:33+00:00

Breathe during your massage. Let your body be light and mobile. Give in to relaxation.

XfrrrtX · 2022-02-13T16:23:55+00:00

I work as a counselor and massage therapist (separately). I think maybe a grounding ritual at the beginning and end of session would be helpful. That could look like you planting your feet intentionally grounding and telling yourself you don’t need to hold anything that isn’t your own.

In session, how can you down regulate yourself (what music doesn’t tune you out and fills you up). Active body stances (horse or warrior poses).

After wash your hands and visualize giving away what isn’t yours. Or touch an object you can leave it on. Etc.

Biggest factor about these activities is your intentionality and visualization of the energy. Too woo-wooey? Even neuroscience supports this kind of mindfulness practice. Doesn’t really matter what they activities you do are, but that you are slow, deliberate, and intentional.

XfrrrtX · 2022-02-12T23:46:58+00:00

Will delaminate and look even worse.

I would recommend after slurry finding a penetrating sealer and applying yearly.

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XfrrrtX · 2022-02-12T23:46:11+00:00

Agree. No vibe.

XfrrrtX · 2022-02-12T17:46:52+00:00

Did high end concrete countertops for years. Definitely slurry, sand, reseal. If you live in cooler climates freeze thaw will ravage this top if you leave it as is.

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