Dahlia Wellness

Happy 250th birthday, America! Be safe and have fun today!

Have you checked the mail today? 😅

Mailbox Peak in North Bend, WA is a crazy hike with 4,000 feet of elevation gain! I went up the old trail (because I like torturing myself) and down the new. I think I need a massage this time. Sad there were no views today. 🌥

This lily didn't mind that there were no other flowers around to bloom with it. It blooms when it wants to. Have faith in yourself and compassion for others.

I have availability next week for 60 and 90 minute sessions

Reason #3 to get a massage: Reduce anxiety!

Massage has profound effects on the body-mind connection. It can help lower cortisol levels - the hormone commonly known for fight-or-flight. Highly demanding jobs, responsibilities, families, relationships can all cause us to continually release cortisol to deal with these stressors. Our bodies can't handle the constant flooding of this hormone and eventually we crash.

Massage is a great way to slow down and allow our nervous system to regulate itself.

Massage for Mental Health | AMTA Research supports the positive impact of massage therapy for relieving stress, anxiety, and depression. 

Reason #2 to get a massage: Relieve post-op pain

It's important to look at the whole picture when thinking about your health. Mental and emotional health play huge roles in the recovery process after surgery. Massage may help reduce anxiety as well as relieve pain.

Reason #1 to get a massage: Reduce Stress

A 2020 study has shown a link between stress and high blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes

https://www.amtamassage.org/publications/massage-therapy-journal/science-of-stress-and-massage/
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/07/200713104404.htm

Study links stress hormone with higher blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes A new study documents a clear link between the stress hormone cortisol and higher blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.

What's your reason for scheduling a massage today? 🙌

My Massage therapist: what areas are bothering you today?
Me: Just my shoulders and neck. Also my hips and low back. And my legs. But I have been walking so my feet too.