11/05/2026
Another installment of the things I love about massage 💛
On her recent day off from school for Election Day, I interviewed my five-year-old while I was giving her a massage. I asked what she loves about massage, and she said:
“It makes me feel calmer. When I’m having big, sad, angry, or scared feelings... it helps me feel calmer and more relaxed.”
I absolutely loved that answer. It almost brought me to tears.
Then she asked if, when her massage was finished, she could give me a massage—with hot stones and cups. And would I be okay with that? 🤩
I told her I’d be very foolish not to be okay with that, and made sure we found time for her to do it. She even documented the experience herself—which is where this picture came from. 🥹
That answer is going to stay with me.