Try a Little TCM!

Many people ask me how to extend thier massage benefits.. Doing the suggested stretching exercises is one way, ear seeds another, and here is yet another way to stay chill, relaxed, grounded and feel your best.. Traditional Chinese Medicine includes a lot of time-tested self-care techniques that are simple but highly effective.

Here is one to try, in this short video.The points on the hands correspond to the main energy pathways of the body.

You can practice these quick simple massage techniques without a Gua Sha tool, by using your fingers, or even a spoon, pen or other object to apply gentle, but firm strokes. Do them any time of day, maybe when you are in a situation where you reach for your phone for distraction. They work best if practiced at least once a day.

Enjoy, and let me know what you discover in the comments section below!