Incorporating Massage Therapy Into a Self-Care Routine

Self-care is more than a trend—it’s a necessary part of maintaining balance in today’s fast-paced world. For many women, juggling the demands of work, family, and personal goals leaves little time to focus on their own well-being. Massage therapy offers a simple yet transformative way to prioritize self-care, helping you feel more relaxed, energized, and connected to your body.

Why Massage Is the Ultimate Self-Care Tool
Massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. It’s a holistic practice that supports your physical, emotional, and mental health. Regular sessions can reduce muscle tension, alleviate chronic pain, and improve circulation, leaving you feeling physically renewed. On an emotional level, massage lowers cortisol levels, boosts serotonin, and creates a deep sense of calm—allowing you to recharge and handle life’s challenges with clarity and resilience.

Unlike other self-care practices that can feel time-consuming or impract...

“A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.”

I was reminded of balance today from the owner of The Dailey Method in Lake Forest where I work out.  She was discussing the importance of finding the time for yourself, regardless of the obstacles and joys in your life.  

Balance has a different meaning for everyone, but I want to focus on the importance of health in your life and how that plays a huge role in feeling centered.  We’ve all been in a place where we ate whatever was convenient, didn’t have the time to work out and went to bed still answering emails. More than likely this caused a need for more coffee in the morning and the entire cycle started over.  Not only will this decrease your energy and your mental focus, but this will start to increase pain in your entire body.

How do we find balance in a world where we are pulled in multiple directions everyday?  It comes down to planning and making time for what is important to you. W...