My thoughts pass by like clouds during meditation while my body surrenders. I feel fully connected to both myself and the masseuse who is about to change my life forever.
With complete consciousness and trust, my body accepts deep pressures, kneading, gentle strokes, and stretches. It was a discovery that set everything in motion.
And so began my desire and need to understand and offer others the feeling of such well-being. I was in the right place at the right time to begin my journey of becoming a massage therapist. From Thailand to France to Nepal and Brazil, I received training in some of the best massage schools with renowned masters. I wanted a comprehensive education, to learn everything that I could. The time I spent in Bangkok, Paris, Chiang Mai, Katmandu and Sao Paulo, not only allowed me to learn various massage techniques, but also a philosophy related to the energy flow within our bodies.
This helped me understand that massage was not only about technique but also needed to be perceived holistically. Regarded as the best massage school in Thailand, it was the first to receive government recognition for teaching the ancient art of Thai massage. Thai massage, like traditional medicine, is closely linked to temples as monks were the first to practice it.
I completed two courses at this school: one in traditional Thai massage and another in oil massage and aromatherapy. The latter taught me that the Thai people have used herbs and perfumes in traditional healing since ancient times. Their oil massage technique offers a perfect relaxation experience, while the energy flow work on the body reveals a different massage experience.
