Massage can reduce stress and stress related hormones, along with encouraging the liver to dispose of excess hormone which disrupt the healthy functioning of our bodies. Among the many benefits of massage therapy are those related to the body's production and regulation of Neurohormones. These are the hormones produced by the nervous system that affect
Before you book your next massage, I wanted to share a quick tip with you that not many people know: Getting a massage is a skill. It’s something you can get better at. Let me tell you how. As a therapist, my clients always fall into one of two categories: those who tell me what
Are you a stress eater? I know I am. Sometimes I don’t even know how stressed I am until I start craving something savoury. Other people crave sweets or chocolates or cakes and cookies. So MANY yummy distractions from our troubles! But I’m sure you know that even though it feels good when you are
Every year, one of my favourite traditions is to see who won the Stars of Vancouver awards in the Vancouver Courier newspaper. I skim through the list and see how many winning businesses I have visited. So you can imagine how thrilled I was to learn that Oceana Massage made the list in 2016! We
You’ve come in for your massage and made sure to be hydrated and early to make the most of your massage session. But when you leave, it’s just as important to have a post-massage ritual so that your body and mind continue to reap the benefits of your session. Don’t rush out When I finish
Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever. ~ Author Unknown. Mother’s Day is almost upon us and as an Italian, family is very special to me, especially my mother’s love. This time of year I think about her more than I normally do and remember all the things she
Springtime in the city. I love this time of year… the streets are carpeted with pink cherry blossoms. Magnolias are blossoming and on the ground, daffodils and tulips brighten gardens. It is time to spring clean now that the sun shining. We put away our scarves and gloves and clean out our closets and our
Winter in Vancouver. The mountains disappear under a cover of grey rain clouds. We trudge under umbrellas and wait for the sun to come out. But let’s face it, folks. We live in a rainforest. And a sunny winter is not in the cards. For all the beauty of our fair region, these long days
Love is in the air. Hearts are everywhere, from heart-shaped cookies in the coffee shops to big red heart balloons in stores. It’s Valentine’s Day. We all know it represents a day of love. People give the traditional gifts — a box of chocolates, a bouquet of red roses, a romantic dinner out. These are
You know how these cooler days and darker mornings make it harder to get up in the morning? It’s not just because of the winter weather, it’s your body telling you it needs more time to rest. Lately my body has been telling me, “Susan. Take it easy. Relax!” So that is what I am
