Self care . . .

Ever have the feeling of a knot between your shoulders?

For an easy and inexpensive way to release that tension, put a tennis ball (does not need to be new) inside a long tube sock. The sock will help you position the ball where you need it.

Take a few deep relaxing breaths. Hold one end of the sock above one shoulder with the rest of the sock hanging down your back. With your other hand reach behind and grab the other end of the sock. Using a solid wall, lean back on the ball. Position the ball by moving your shoulders around so the ball is on the first sore place. Lean back on the ball for 10 - 90 seconds until you feel the discomfort diminish. Move the ball to the next sore spot and repeat. End with a few deep relaxing breaths.

At the end of the session have a glass of water or a cup of soothing tisane (herb tea). This can help to keep you maintained between massage sessions!