"We need not be afraid to touch, to feel, to show emotion.
The easiest thing in the world is to be what you are,
what you feel.
The hardest thing to be is what other people want
you to be.
you to be.
But that's the scene we are living in.
Are you really you, or are you what people have told
you you are?
you you are?
And are you interested in really knowing who you are?
Because if you are, it is the happiest trip of your life."
~ unknown
~ unknown
... and explore the possibilities that come with a deepened sense of Self in your body.
"True health is the harmony of life within us, consisting of peace of mind, happiness and well-being. It is not merely a question of physical fitness, but is rather the result of the soul finding free expression through the mind and body of that individual."
[Dr. Randolph Stone].
Your body is your individual, distinct channel of communication. Understanding the beauty and potential in this is what brings individuals to True to You.
As many professionals, businesses, and society at large are recognizing, many of our ailments are ultimately the result of emotional distress and resulting dissociation and psychological confusion.
"All thoughts and emotions reverberate throughout every cell in the body and manifest physiologically. Because all life is based on energy, health is considered to be the harmonious interplay of energies within the body. Negative thoughts and emotions restrict the free flow of these energies, causing congestions that ultimately manifest as disease if not corrected. Emotions also alter endocrine balance, impair blood supply and blood pressure, impede digestion, change body temperature, and produce a sustained state of emotional stress, causing physiological changes that lead to disease. Illness is a natural expression of what is happening inside the body. It is pointless to treat this with superficial drugs designed to suppress the problem because the seat of the disease may be in a different part of the body from the one in which it manifests." [Dr. Randolph Stone]
Essentially, distress manifests itself in physical form through the body. Connecting your body and mind, recognizing your body's ability to retain and store past traumas, hurts and abuses, and identifying with your personal power to relate with, process and release these cellular stories enables true and profound healing to take place.
Celebrate the beauty that is you - explore your unique and dynamic body-mind connection. Use your body's own energy systems to create shifts in feelings, cognition and behavior. Be True to... You .
"True health is the harmony of life within us, consisting of peace of mind, happiness and well-being. It is not merely a question of physical fitness, but is rather the result of the soul finding free expression through the mind and body of that individual."
[Dr. Randolph Stone].
Your body is your individual, distinct channel of communication. Understanding the beauty and potential in this is what brings individuals to True to You.
As many professionals, businesses, and society at large are recognizing, many of our ailments are ultimately the result of emotional distress and resulting dissociation and psychological confusion.
"All thoughts and emotions reverberate throughout every cell in the body and manifest physiologically. Because all life is based on energy, health is considered to be the harmonious interplay of energies within the body. Negative thoughts and emotions restrict the free flow of these energies, causing congestions that ultimately manifest as disease if not corrected. Emotions also alter endocrine balance, impair blood supply and blood pressure, impede digestion, change body temperature, and produce a sustained state of emotional stress, causing physiological changes that lead to disease. Illness is a natural expression of what is happening inside the body. It is pointless to treat this with superficial drugs designed to suppress the problem because the seat of the disease may be in a different part of the body from the one in which it manifests." [Dr. Randolph Stone]
Essentially, distress manifests itself in physical form through the body. Connecting your body and mind, recognizing your body's ability to retain and store past traumas, hurts and abuses, and identifying with your personal power to relate with, process and release these cellular stories enables true and profound healing to take place.
Celebrate the beauty that is you - explore your unique and dynamic body-mind connection. Use your body's own energy systems to create shifts in feelings, cognition and behavior. Be True to... You .
"We trek to every conceivable corner of
consciousness and the planet in search of wholeness.
All along the answers may lie deep within our
own bodies."
~ Dr. Christiane Northrup
consciousness and the planet in search of wholeness.
All along the answers may lie deep within our
own bodies."
~ Dr. Christiane Northrup
INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS
EXPERIENTIAL ENLIGHTENING EMPOWERING
The MENU
(Massage & Energywork):
(Massage & Energywork):
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East-meets-West Thai Massage
Detoxification Therapy Massage using Essential Oils
Acupoint Face & Head Massage
Energy Balancing Sessions
Hot Stones Massage
Thai Foot Massage & Reflexology
Pregnancy Massage
Infant Massage
Guided Meditation
Detoxification Therapy Massage using Essential Oils
Acupoint Face & Head Massage
Energy Balancing Sessions
Hot Stones Massage
Thai Foot Massage & Reflexology
Pregnancy Massage
Infant Massage
Guided Meditation
Card Readings
East-meets-West Thai Massage
RELAX RELEASE RENEW
Deeply therapeutic and meditative, Thai Massage relaxes, refreshes and revitalizes.
"It's
magical... a different experience for everyone and difficult to put
into words any of it. It's reconnection of what was previously
disconnected, a meditative dance between giver and receiver - a shared
energy based in loving kindness, warmth and compassion."
~ Christine, when asked
'What is Thai Massage?'
~ Christine, when asked
'What is Thai Massage?'
An extraordinary healing arts system dating back more than 2500 years, Thai Massage blends gentle rocking, rhythmic techniques with deep assisted stretches, working carefully to alleviate problematic conditions such as low back pain, headaches, menstrual problems, and stress-related conditions.
Working with key energy lines (Sen) throughout the body, Thai Massage brings together aspects of Acupressure, Reflexology and Yoga to comfortably loosen joints, stretch muscles and release body tension.
By encouraging lymphatic function, this traditional deep tissue massage and stretching also detoxifies the body, heightens the immune system, and prevents disease and/or injury by promoting flexibility.
Maintain health, vitality and flexibility, and experience an overall feeling of wellness with Thai Massage.
"I
feel exercised and energized, not sore, just pleasantly alive in all
the right places. The abdominal work felt like preparation for me, you
tapped into spots I've never felt before, and feeling them was really
powerful and grounding for me. The body buzz at the end can only be
compared with what I feel after 2 hours of Ashtanga."
~ Molly, Canada
~ Molly, Canada
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF THAI MASSAGE:
relief from stress, muscle tension, aches & pains
improved circulation
unblocked and balanced energy flow
detoxification of internal organs
improved alignment
increased flexibility and range of motion
a general increase in energy
improved mood
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Thai Herbal Compress Massage
SOOTHE BALANCE RESTORE
Compliment your Thai Massage with an herbal compress.
Herbs are an essential part of Thai medicine, and are used in Traditional Thai healing for their energizing and balancing effects on the body.
Herbal treatments work with the central pillar of Thai medicine - the SEN lines. For the ancients, these lines form a map of the body, and can be treated directly using traditional heated herb balls.
Filled with an amazing array of aromatic herbs, these balls can offer therapeutic relief from stiffness, sore or pulled muscles, back pain, arthritis, chronic pain or injury, digestive dysfunction, chronic stress or anxiety.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF THAI HERBAL COMPRESS:
promotes relaxation and aids restful sleep
encourages detoxification
improves blood and lymphatic flow
enhances cellular activity and joint mobility
stimulates metabolism
encourages a renewed supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin and muscles
helps promote homeostasis
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Detoxification Therapy Massage
using Essential Oils
using Essential Oils
CLEANSE DETOXIFY NOURISH
Essential oils and Tibetan reflexology combine in this therapeutic treatment to relieve tension, congestion and imbalance .
The properties of specific essential oils have the ability to cleanse, detoxify and nourish your body at the cellular level, while reflexive massage activates reflex points throughout the body. Together, the oils and massage assist the body's natural healing process, for a full-body cleanse and toxin purification.
In a detox session, a collection of essential oils having anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are applied and massaged alongside the spine. Nerves along the spine and on the feet are stimulated to open and respond to the chemical constituents in the oils, allowing for the cleansing and detox.
This therapy is an excellent boost for the immune system and is non-toxic for the body. The oils used exert positive effects on the body, such as relieving muscle tension and pain, helping correct misalignment of the spine, and inducing relaxation and lucidity of concentration.
Wonderfully soothing, nurturing and relaxing, detox with essential oils can work its benefits in the body for days, weeks, even months.
"The oil detox massage was one of the most relaxing
and refreshing experiences I've ever had.
Christine's gentle but firm touch made my whole body tingle,
and the smell of the oils used were out-of-this-world.
That, combined with the relaxing music and dimly-lit,
peaceful surroundings made for what I can only describe
as a feast for the senses."
~ Francois, Canada
and refreshing experiences I've ever had.
Christine's gentle but firm touch made my whole body tingle,
and the smell of the oils used were out-of-this-world.
That, combined with the relaxing music and dimly-lit,
peaceful surroundings made for what I can only describe
as a feast for the senses."
~ Francois, Canada
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Acupoint Face & Head Massage
(offered with optional facial treatment)
PAMPER RESTORE REFRESH
Your body will melt into your body's wisdom...
Consider how much work our face and head actually do for us on a daily basis. Muscles, bones, assorted arteries, veins, blood vessels are stretched, worked, maneuvered to do everyday things such as breathing, blinking, chewing, laughing, speaking, crying, kissing, grinning, grimacing, smiling, frowning, winking, sneezing. The list goes on. Did you know it takes 10 muscles just to offer a strained smile? And how much tension is generated from that - a smile that isn't even a sincere one? Hm.
We all know that the neck and head area is a reservoir for much of our daily tensions. So how about giving that pretty little face and head of yours a break?
Lay back, close your eyes, and allow yourself to slow down and enjoy the gift of touch in this nourishing treatment.
Acupoint face and head massage recognizes the sacredness of your upper body, and honors that with its techniques. The treatment facilitates the release of tensions, while the optional all-natural facial applications cleanse and refresh.
A unique, deeply nurturing massage that incorporates pressure point therapy on the face and head with massage of your chest, upper back, shoulders and arms, Acupoint Face & Head Massage is an upper body experience that is blissfully soothing.
"It's
a paradox, really - incredibly soothing and invigorating, and deeply
relaxing; powerfully rejuvenating. It's actually quite a beautiful
journey - it commands you to slow down and is a great way to treat
yourself to something very special."
~ client comment
~ client comment
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF ACUPOINT FACE & HEAD MASSAGE:
relieves hardworking muscles and vessels in the face
contributes to healthier and younger looking face & complexion
aids in good circulation - throughout the entire body
supports strong muscle tone, keeping the face & neck from sagging
prevents or reduces stress lines by relaxing the muscles in the face
gets you out of your head and into your body -- where the true wisdom lies!
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Energy Balancing Sessions
EXPLORE TRUST HARMONIZE
Breathwork, meditation, chakra balancing, and massage using essential oils combine for this unique and powerful body-based experience.
Guided meditation takes you on an inner exploration of your energy centers to harmonize and balance. Essential oils that align with each chakra are incorporated into the session using subtle, unobtrusive massage techniques.
Chakras are energy centers in the human body; each corresponds to different glands and governs specific parts of the physical body and areas of the psyche. Located deep within the center of the physical body, chakras draw in the divine life-force energy from the universe and distribute this vital energy to the physical glands and organs throughout the body and bloodstream. Chakras are considered to be interrelated and affect one another, thus an optimum state of balance of these chakras provides a state of total well-being - emotionally and physically.
Journey inward, relieve energy blocks, realize a renewed sense of energy.
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Hot Stones Massage
COMFORT WARMTH CALM
Trails of heat will flow through your body in this treatment, for an incredibly soothing experience of deep relaxation.
Specially selected stones used to heal the body with their mineral content are massaged into, and placed upon the body. The heat of the stones radiates to deeply penetrate muscles and encourage pain relief, as well as improve circulation. Not to mention the blissful experience of the letting go of built up tension that occurs!
Hot Stones Massage creates many positive effects that include the balancing of energy in the SEN lines that support your body.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF HOT STONES MASSAGE:
deeply relaxing
promotes release of tension in connective tissue
helps fight infection
improves circulation
calms nervous system
lowers blood pressure
aids restful sleep
promotes healthy living
decreases stress levels
Hot Stone Massage is great for those who may not like a lot of pressure but have a lot of tension in their body.
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Thai Foot Massage & Reflexology
Few people pay much attention to their feet, which take a severe beating on their path through life. Little notice is given to the serious health damage caused by self-induced foot disorders - disorders that inevitably cause problems elsewhere in the body.
The powers of massage and pressure point therapy come together for this awesome treat for your feet. Thai Foot Massage works the pressure points of the feet and vital energy channels of the lower legs to free the flow of energy for wellness and relaxation. Hands-on stretching and massage 'open' Sen (energy lines), and a small stick is sometimes used to stimulate reflex points on the feet, which correspond to the internal organs of the body. By stimulating these reflexes with pressure and manipulation, nerve function and blood supply may be improved, which may alleviate stress and other health issues.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF THAI FOOT MASSAGE:
improved circulation and toxin removal
stimulated lymphatic drainage and immune system boost
reduced stiffness and improved flexibility
accelerated physical healing
stress relief
improved sleep
clarity of mind
There are no boundaries or limitations with who can benefit from this treatment. People of any age or sex, including elderly, children, and babies, can derive positive benefits from footwork. Reflexology can do no harm, although please remember that caution should be taken with thrombosis (it could move the blood clot), and with diabetes, especially if insulin is being given (if treatment activates the pancreas, insulin level will be affected and perhaps need adjustment).
Elderly people with no specific complaint will benefit from a couple of courses of treatment a year to keep bodily functions toned. Results are also good with children and babies because they are more relaxed and supple, and because their bodies are highly receptive to therapeutic stimuli.
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Pregnancy Massage
A calm and relaxed body for you and your little one...
Carrying a baby inside you changes your center of gravity and puts a lot of stress on your back, neck, abdominal muscles, and shoulders. Pregnancy also relaxes your ligaments, so that your pelvic joints are less stable, and changes your posture, pulling your pelvis forward. Add to that the extra weight you're carrying and you've got yourself... well... a few aches and pains, to be sure!
Traditional Thai Massage techniques appropriate for you during your pregnancy help alleviate the discomforts that can come with carrying. This prenatal massage can help improve circulation and promotes stress reduction and relaxation.
An all-over massage calms and comforts both you and your baby - a nourishing experience for two!
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF PREGNANCY MASSAGE:
reduced stress levels
relief from back and foot pain caused by changes in posture
reduced swelling of feet and ankles
improved sleep
better digestion
a relaxed and soothed baby
reduced pelvic pain
Designed with the goal of relieving stress and helping alleviate the aches and pains that carrying sometimes demands you to adjust to, pregnancy massage aims to have you feel and appreciate the joy and miracle it is to carry another life within yours!
NOTE: it is advised that you consult your ob-gyn before getting massage.
The following are circumstances in which massage should not be performed:
during the first three months of pregnancy
heavy discharge (watery or bloody)
diabetes
contagious illness
diarrhea
fever
vomiting
morning sickness
high blood pressure
preeclampsia
abdominal pain
unusual pain
any malignant condition
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Infant Massage
Did you know that the simple act of massaging your infant sends signals through the body, encouraging the strengthening of the immune system?
Through Infant Massage, doctors have reported an increase in some infants' white blood count, a hormonal change encouraging sleep, and a reduction in the trauma experienced in premature babies.
Baby Massage is common in many eastern and ancient cultures. There is an amazing energy transmitted through massaging. The anatomical experience when massaging your infant can provide a physical, spiritual, and/or mental healing. Your baby will feel comfort in the touch provided.
By the act of mere touch, an infant's heart rate can be lowered and stabilized. In addition, gentle massaging stimulates relaxation and any stress your infant is experiencing begins to ease.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF INFANT MASSAGE:
increased oxygen and nutrient flow to the cells
improved sensory awareness
improved quality of sleep -
by soothing the nervous system
toned digestive system -
special techniques relieve wind, constipation, colic
strengthened immune system through relaxation (stress weakens the immune system)
stimulated circulatory and lymphatic systems
reduced muscle tension
strengthened nervous system and neurological development (speeds myelination of nerves)
encouraged development of flexibility and coordination
Love your little one up through nurturing, nourishing touch!
Typically, this session is offered as a 'watch & learn'. While the infant receives massage, the primary caregiver is present and observes the techniques used. The intention is to encourage Infant Massage to become a regular part of your family life, inspiring healthy touch and alternative forms of communication as part of the child's life experience from an early age.
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Guided Meditation
"sit in silence and smile..."
~ excerpted from Eat, Pray, Love
by Elizabeth Gilbert
To meditate is to turn inward; to concentrate on the inner self.
A common misperception about meditation is that it is used to turn off your thoughts, or make your mind blank. Not true.
Yes, inner calm and quiet is achieved through meditation, but not by turning off thoughts. Quietening of the mind comes naturally from the effectiveness of the meditation method used and an uplifting of spiritual energy that is beyond your own efforts.
If we practice meditation, our mind will gradually become more and more peaceful, and we will experience a purer form of happiness. Perhaps, instead, we could refer to it as being more 'grounded' within ourselves. And with a solid sense of grounding, we experience clarity, and an inner space that enables us to control our mind regardless of external circumstances. Gradually, we develop mental equilibrium - a balanced mind that is grounded all the time, rather than an unbalanced mind that oscillates between extremes of excitement and despondency.
Nowadays, meditation is becoming invaluable for finding a peaceful oasis of relaxation and stress relief in a demanding, fast-paced world. Some practice meditation for healing, others for emotional cleansing and balancing, or to deepen concentration and insight. Still others develop a practice to manifest change in their lives, or as a way to develop intuition, unlock creativity, explore alternate realities, or find inner guidance.
The benefits of meditation are many - for both the individual who practices, and those around her. With a secure mind, the meditator can rise above the superficiality of everyday problems; the ability to better understand the true causes of problems affecting people and the environment will arise.
The self-discipline that comes naturally from the practice will produce effects which spread to improve the quality of life for society at large.
Don't be too serious or try too hard. Maintain 'light' attention and an open mind. There is no way it has to go. Oh yes... and remember... breathe!
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Card Readings
According to The Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, "The most powerful sources of information come from within; the Tarot aids in coming in contact with one's Higher Self."
Carl Jung was the first psychoanalyst to attach importance to tarot symbolism. He may have regarded the tarot cards as representing archetypes - fundamental types of persons or situations embedded in the collective unconscious of all human beings. Since the cards represent these different archetypes within each individual, clues to your self-perception can be gained through a reading; through a reading, you have the possibility of clarifying a situation by imagining it in terms of the archetypal ideas associated with each card that you choose.
More recently, Timothy Leary (influential American psychoanalyst and writer) has suggested that the tarot trump cards are a pictorial representation of human development from infant to adult, with the Fool symbolizing the newborn infant, and the Magician symbolizing the stage at which an infant begins to play with artifacts.
A divination method believed by some to have begun in Italy over 500 years ago, and to correspond to the Kabbalah, Tarot is used to obtain guidance to situations in your life.
The mythology and metaphor represented in the story that lies behind each card tends to lead to readings that are inspiring, informative and accurate.
The cards offer a mirror for us to gaze into, contemplating what we see from a safe distance - through metaphor.
"life’s metaphors are God’s instructions"
Are you ready to take a look at yourself from the outside .... in?
WORKSHOPS
Touch for Two... Thai massage for couples
Chakras & You… 7-Chakra Energy System (7 part series)
Healing Properties & Simple Pleasures of Essential Oils
From the Bottoms of Your Feet... foot massage for couples
Feeling Your Way... pregnancy massage for partners
Nurturing Your Infant through Touch... infant massage
Exploring the Goddesses that Define You
"Escape to Yourself"
full & 1/2 days of re-enchantment with...
You.
Befriend your inner Goddess (or God!) and develop a deeper consciousness of your individual body-mind connection during this time of powerful, guided personal exploration.
Through body movement, meditation, discussion and bodywork sessions, we will explore what it is to be...
need more info?
look inside yourself, ask what you need, now, to better feel grounded. integrated. real. true.
then...
email Christine, sharing your insights, & explore the possibility of retreating with guidance and support from her.
retreats are limited to 3 people at a time
exclusive one-on-one retreats are available
full & 1/2 days of re-enchantment with...
You.
as designed by...
You.
You.
Befriend your inner Goddess (or God!) and develop a deeper consciousness of your individual body-mind connection during this time of powerful, guided personal exploration.
Through body movement, meditation, discussion and bodywork sessions, we will explore what it is to be...
need more info?
look inside yourself, ask what you need, now, to better feel grounded. integrated. real. true.
then...
email Christine, sharing your insights, & explore the possibility of retreating with guidance and support from her.
retreats are limited to 3 people at a time
exclusive one-on-one retreats are available