Our First Student Blog Post of the Week. Students were given an assignment in “Succeeding in the Massage Business in a 21st Century World” and this is one of the posts we will be adding in the next several days. Thank you, Linda for your insight and perspective.
Mid-life Crisis Meets Massage Therapy
Blog Post, July 7, 2013
The last child has moved out and life has suddenly gone very still. The drain on your time and energy is gone. Life becomes routine – day after day after day. This is where the crisis comes in as you consider that this will be your life for the next 20-30 years. There has to be more. Reaching out to your community and helping others come to mind. This is a great idea, but too broad.
Being introduced to the world of massage therapy and its many, many complimentary and wonderful energy therapies was an eye opening experience. We live in a world of turmoil, pollution, bad food and poor water. We are stressed out, malnourished, dehydrated and suffering all sorts of aches, pains, health concerns and emotional damage.
As a student, I discovered just how powerful massage and energy therapy were while practicing on family and friends. Even though I was a beginner, they walked away refreshed, out of pain, relaxed and happy. I was really helping people, even though I was brand new.
Life changes when you find purpose and fulfillment. Going to work, keeping the house and sleep just are not enough. It’s time to start a new life in a career that truly makes a difference in the world.