 1. Start a daily meditation practice. Meditation is a great way to learn to relax and taking time out everyday to consciously calm the mind and body can be a rich and valuable skill. Create a space in your home or outside where you can go to tune in and watch your thoughts. Check out this How- to on meditation and look for upcoming meditation classes at gaia bodywork in the future. 2. Use hydrotherapy. Heat is naturally relaxing so find a microwavable neck pillow or hot pack and enjoy. Also sitting in a sauna or taking a hot shower before bed can help relax your tight and tense muscles. 3. Unplug yourself. It's really easy to get overwhelmed by technology with out even knowing it. Go take a walk in nature or get a hobby that doesn't involve being glued in to a device like an Ipod or a tablet. 4. Use aromatherapy. Therapeutic aromas can be a great way to relax or unwind- Try using a lavender body cream before bed or even before work. I LOVE these aromatherapy patches and have used them to get a better nights sleep. If you're not a lavender lover, there are many other Aromatherapy oils that aid in relaxation. Bergamot, Clary Sage, Roman Chamomile, Vetiver, Marjoram, Tangerine, Rose Absolute, & Geranium are good choices. 5. Keep your surroundings clean. It's very hard to clear your mind and relax your body when your surroundings are cluttered and unorganized. Cleaning and organizing your space is the first step to getting the rest of our life clean and organized and energetically allows for new habits and experiences to come your way. 6. Get out in nature. I love being outside hiking or just sitting under a tree looking out at the big sky and feeling small. It really puts things in to perspective forcing you to be more present in the moment instead of doing mind numbing activities like watching TV all day and the exercise you get from being active is a real stress buster. Fresh air always clears my mind and helps me get a good nights sleep. 7. Pet your furry friend. Did you know that pets can improve your mood? In a recent study they concluded that pets can help you control your blood pressure. They also provide companionship which lessens feelings of depression or loneliness and can encourage you to exercise. oh yeah, and who doesn't like unconditional love? Check out my favorite "furry friends" Moose and Winnie (as a baby)  What do you do to relax at home? Let me know in the comments section! Thanks  Gaia Bodywork PLLC is the private massage practice of Hillary Arrieta and is located in Richardson, Tx. Visit gaiabodywork.com for more information.
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How much time do you devote to self care on a weekly basis? How about monthly? is "self care "even in your vocabulary?  If everyone in the world was required to start their day with a massage, would it lead to world peace??? I see an amazing transformation in clients that go from high stress energy to deep mellow calm energy in a mere hour everyday. I get to be a witness to this magic and it reaffirms that massage therapy is so incredibly important and has it's place in this world. Lots of people think that getting a massage is a luxury but with all the wonderful benefits it can offer it should be seen as a necessity. Massage therapy has a strong effect on the autonomic nervous system. The ANS is divided in to two sections, The parasympathetic (rest and digest) and the sympathetic (fight or flight). Many times I have clients come in and it's very obvious that they are stuck in a sympathetic response. The way we live our lives, pushing ourselves constantly to be perfect at everything and thinking that resting is only for the weak is very dangerous (in my opinion). I whole heartily believe that the insanity we see on the news and in our daily interactions are examples of this derangement. Excessive anger and unhealthy stress can be lessened with compassionate touch. So many people are walking wounded. They are damaged emotionally, physically, spiritually, (and/or) mentally and are suffering and in need of a moment of silence and time away from the craziness. That's where massage comes in by creating an environment and a space where peace can happen and where people can reconnect to themselves and remember what is really important in their lives. How much time do you devote to self care on a weekly basis? What about monthly? Is "Self Care" even in your vocabulary? It should be. I'm always taking in mind the four pillars of health (mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual) and asking myself if there Is a way to create balance among them so I can live a fuller and happier life. Sometimes I'm really good at implementing my plan and other times...not so much. Discipline is really hard and I admire people who can keep it going. How do you keep your mind, body, spirit, and emotions healthy? What is your self care plan? Let me know in the comments section!  Hi! I’m Hillary Arrieta and I help people improve their lives by offering holistic solutions to ease stress, eliminate pain, and inspire self care practices. I own The Heeling Hut in Plano, TX. Where I teach workshops, write, and specialize in unique and effective massage and meditation techniques such as Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage and iRest® Yoga Nidra. At The Heeling Hut you'll find the best massage in the Dallas area for pain and stress management. Texas MT 040051
 The world is stressed out! There are so many reasons to get a massage and most everyone in the world can benefit from a monthly session. I'm always surprised when I hear people say that they've never experienced a professional massage before because of one reason or another. Maybe they say that they are too shy or they don't feel that it has value or even that it's too indulgent and that they would feel guilty. Check out some of the ways massage therapy can add value to your life. I've also listed them here.
As you can see, massage therapy has some excellent benefits to offer and can totally increase your quality of life. There's no need to be shy, massage therapy is done in a safe environment with proper draping- so you don't ever have to worry about your body being exposed. Also, Massage therapists are trained professionals. We don't judge people and only care about helping and making our clients comfortable. Here I'll share with you MY top three reasons I get regular massage. Alright....
I feel like I can think clearly and my brain functions better. When I skip a few sessions, I notice I start to feel raw and fried (if that makes any sense) and that I just can't deal with life. HAHA! I get pretty dramatic and don't always communicate the way I'd like to...as a serene, grounded and centered individual. Drama queen? Better stick to my regular sessions (for my husbands sake, of course.) Now you know my reasons, What are some of the reasons you get massage therapy? Comment in the comment section! Thanks :) Hi! I’m Hillary Arrieta and I help people improve their lives by offering holistic solutions to ease stress, eliminate pain, and inspire self care practices. I own The Heeling Hut in Plano, TX. Where I teach workshops, write, and specialize in unique and effective massage and meditation techniques such as Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage and iRest® Yoga Nidra. At The Heeling Hut you'll find the best massage in the Dallas area for pain and stress management. Texas MT 040051
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