5 tricks to relieve tension at home (without turning into a human knot)
We know that nothing compares to a good massage session: soft music, aromas that embrace your soul and magical hands that undo knots as if they were plasticine. But what do you do while you're waiting for your next appointment with your favourite masseuse (👋 hi, it's me 😌)?
Here are 5 homemade tips to survive (and even enjoy) between sessions, without your body declaring war on you:
1. Breathe... but for real.
Yes, I know you breathe all day long, but I mean conscious breathing. Stop for a few minutes, close your eyes and take slow breaths through your nose. Feel your abdomen inflate. Then exhale through your mouth, gently, like blowing out a candle without blowing it out. Do this 5 times. I assure you that your nervous system will silently applaud you.
2. Stretch like a cat
You don't need to become a guru-level yogi. Just stand up, stretch towards the ceiling, rotate your torso, release your neck in slow movements. Think about stretching more and pushing yourself less. Your back will thank you with less grunting.
3. Magic ball or rebel bottle
If you have a tennis ball, use it to massage your shoulders or feet against the wall or floor. No ball? A frozen water bottle works too. Just don't throw it if you don't see results in the first minute 😅.
4. Express self-massage
Apply a little oil or cream (whichever you like best), and give yourself a mini-massage on shoulders, neck, legs or wherever you feel tension. Use circular movements and moderate pressure. It's not the same as coming with me, of course, but self-care counts too.
5. Ambience your space
A scented candle, some quiet music (lo-fi or nature sounds) and dimming the lights can help you get into ‘home spa mode’. Sometimes it's not the body that's tense... it's the atmosphere.
Bonus: Schedule your next session 😉 😉.
Sometimes just knowing that you already have an appointment to let it ALL out (naughty minds, I'm talking about tensions) starts to relax the body. So reserve your moment, and in the meantime, take care of yourself with these little tricks.
Your body is wise, but it also needs pampering.
And here I am, ready to give you back your peace, one massage at a time.
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