18/07/2026
Massage school teaches you how to massage, but these are the things I only learnt once I started working with real clients 🤍
1. No one falls asleep because your massage is boring.
It’s actually one of the biggest compliments you can receive. It means they finally felt safe enough to completely switch off.
2. I never knew I’d become a counsellor too.
Over the years, people have shared parts of their lives with me that they’ve never told anyone else. It’s a privilege I never expected, and one I’ll never take for granted.
3. Weekends? Never heard of them. 😅
While everyone else is switching off, we’re usually helping them do exactly that. It’s just part of the job.
4. The little things become the big things.
A warm towel. Remembering someone’s name. Getting the room temperature just right. The massage is only one part of the experience. It’s those little details that make people feel genuinely cared for.
5. Your body is your biggest tool.
You spend your days looking after other people, but you quickly learn that you have to look after yourself too. The better I take care of my own body, the better I can take care of every client who walks through my door.
6. Feedback is a gift.
Every client experiences a treatment differently, and their experience is always valid. Listen with an open mind, take it on board, make changes where you can, and keep getting better.
7. One day, you might own your own business.
And you’ll realise that passion doesn’t stop when you leave work. It comes home with you. You’ll think about it in the shower, before bed, on your days off. It’s hard to switch off… but I wouldn’t have it any other way.
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