My first blog post!! I‘m writing this post to say a little bit more about myself and how I came to massage and reflexology.
I’ve always loved a massage, who doesn’t! But I’ve always been interested in why. Why does it feel so great? Why do I feel so relaxed afterwards? Why do my achy muscles feel better? And most importantly… why do I sleep so well? I never thought my interest in holistic well-being could take me on a journey to a profession that just feels like it fits.
I trained as a Librarian after university and have worked all over London for specialist collections, my focus is principally on rare and early printed books. During the pandemic however, it became increasingly clear that my youngest child (I have three) had a number of extra needs and returning to office based work seemed out of the question. Hence why I took the plunge and completed my Level 3 diploma in massage at the wonderful School of Natural Therapies in Clapham. I went on after this to do further studies in pre- and post-natal massage, deep tissue massage and later another diploma in reflexology.
My youngest son is now diagnosed as autistic (and absolutely loves a deep pressure massage!). With a busy family life, running my own business around my kid’s needs works really well for me. Not only do I get to do something I love but I get to be around for my family when they need me. I still work freelance in historic Libraries but my holistic therapies journey is taking me on new adventures.
What will this blog be about?
- I will post here about my holistic therapies journey
- You can also find information here about the benefits and joy of finding space for your own personal well-being
- I will review books about complementary therapies that I have enjoyed and found useful
- You can also find sign-posts to other therapies, practitioners and fitness ideas (expect lots of yoga!)
- You may also find here some reflections on what it’s like to be a mum of three kids one of whom is diagnosed ASC and how holistics benefits my family life
Do connect with me on social media @lovely_massage_reflexology
