Massage, The Endocrine System and Happy Hormones

Researchers have established a direct link between massage and a healthy endocrine system. Many people understand the physical benefits of massage on our bodies. But not everyone realises the advantages massage has on the endocrine system – which is the hormonal system of the body. Researchers have established a direct link between positive touch andContinueContinue reading “Massage, The Endocrine System and Happy Hormones”

Massages Are Good for Mental Health

Today, massage is being offered more frequently along with standard treatment for medical conditions and situations including issues with mental health. Mayo Clinic recognizes the value of massage therapy as an aspect of wellness and has been integrating massage therapy into the hospital setting for almost 20 years. Relaxation: Massage therapy, especially Lomi Lomi Massage, createsContinueContinue reading “Massages Are Good for Mental Health”

Why Massage Works in Healing the Body.

Massage is recommended to help aid in healthy tissue repair and reduce pain felt from poor posture, workouts, or overuse. It also helps with the accumulation of work-related and daily stresses. Massage relieves tightness in the muscles by increasing blood circulation and increasing the healing process. Massage also helps reduce pain by stimulating the release ofContinueContinue reading “Why Massage Works in Healing the Body.”

Self-Care

Self-Care is Important to Our Health and Well-Being Let’s clear up one common misconception from the get-go: Self-care is not synonymous with self-indulgence or being selfish. Self-care means taking care of yourself so that you can be healthy, you can be well, you can do your job, you can help and care for others, andContinueContinue reading “Self-Care”

Autumn in Australia

Autumn Brings New Beginnings and Change. It’s that time of the year again, when the sun seems to disappear too quickly and it’s dark by 5:30pm. We’re starting to feel the crisp chill in the air. I have gone through my closets and stored away my most of my summer wear and rediscovered my cosyContinueContinue reading “Autumn in Australia”

Winter Mood Boosters

It’s coming into winter here in Australia. But these tips work all year round. So even if it’s summer where you are, try them anyway. Whether you embrace a cold day or grumble and hit the snooze button on your alarm for the third time, the depths of winter can result in many of usContinueContinue reading “Winter Mood Boosters”

What is Limiting Your Happiness?

When John Lennon was a young boy, his teacher asked the class to write down what they wanted to be when they grew up. Some kids said they wanted to be doctors, actors, nurses and teachers. John Lennon wrote, that he wanted to be happy. When the teacher came across his answer, she said, John,ContinueContinue reading “What is Limiting Your Happiness?”