Nourishing Bodywork to Soothe Your Nervous System

Winter is the perfect season to make time for massage and energy healing! Our bodies really love warmth and nourishing touch at this time.

Indian Head Massage is a holistic therapy from the ancient healing practice of Ayurveda. This treatment is a slow-paced, soothing massage focusing on the upper chest, shoulders, neck, face, scalp, and upper back, to relieve tension and stress, improve mental clarity, and stimulate detoxification, bringing your energy back into balance.

Reiki Energy Healing is an ancient and highly respected Japanese healing technique used to accelerate the body’s natural healing process. The word reiki translates to "Universal Life Force Energy."

Reiki energy is received and felt through the hovering of hands near the body or by light touch of the hands to the areas that need its healing light and vibration. This energy then rebalances and restores the body as it works on the chakras, meridians, and energy pathways of the body. Its effects can be experienced physically, mentally, emotionally, energetically, and spiritually.

Online scheduling is now available for February, March & April!

I'm happy to release my wellness calendar to my current clients and email subscribers first!

Book Your Appointment by following the links below:

Reiki Energy Healing

Indian Head Massage Infused with Reiki

Indian Head Massage

These offerings truly are a heart centered gift, guided with intention and attention.

DIY Option: Abhyanga (Warm Oil Massage)

Abhyanga is a form of Ayurvedic medicine that involves a full body self-massage with warm oil. Oil massage works on a deep level to lubricate the joints; this has a powerfully healing effect on the typical dryness and stiffness of the joints. Warm oil moisturizes dry skin, and as you sit in meditation or reflection for 10 minutes or so while the oil soaks in, you can actually feel your nervous system being calmed and nourished.

Guidelines:

• Doing abhyanga in the morning sets the tone for the day. It gives a sense of peace and connectedness to the body.
• Practicing abhyanga at night can help with anxiety and sleep issues.
• Cold-pressed sesame oil (available at health food stores) is excellent to use at this time of the year.
• Place a small bowl or cup of the oil within another larger bowl of boiling water to gently warm the oil.
• After warming up the oil, start from the top of the head to the soles of the feet in strokes towards the heart. Massage the joints in a circular motion.
• Wrap yourself in an old towel or robe and some old socks or slippers.
• Leave the oil on for 10-20 minutes, wipe down gently with a towel, and then take a shower. If using shampoo, allow the soap to rinse away the excess oils, body soap is not necessary. Then gently tap dry with a towel to allow the oil to continue to moisturize the skin.

Oil massage protects the nervous system and creates a sense of connection and grounding. It's a practice of self-love that can reduce stress and anxiety and improve mood.

Wishing you health and vitality, peacefulness and ease, Colleen