Massage is not just a luxury
partner
You think of the spa as an indulgence--maybe an extravagant
indulgence, given the state of your finances, the amount of time
you've got, the way that spa services aren't anything but cosmetic
and self-gratifying. But is it really selfish and superficial to
want to feel good, and feel good about yourself? To take care of
yourself? Okay, maybe you're still hesitant, and feeling a little
guilty about taking two hours out of your day for a massage--what
if we told you
the
health benefits of the massage are
myriad and great? According
to a variety of studies, a massage can relieve pain, help alleviate
PMS, boost your brain, fight off colds, and reduce blood pressure.
According to
anecdotal
evidence, it
reconnects you with
your body, your skin, your sense of touch and your physicality.
Clear out your schedule, reach for your phone and dial up a massage
therapist. It's hard to be good to yourself sometimes, but it's
always worth it.
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