While at the 2014 AMTA National Convention I had a chance to stroll through the Denver Art Museum. I saw a fascinating exhibit by a local artist named Daniel Sprick. As I was leaving, to my surprise, Sprick was doing an in-person "artist talk" for a few museum benefactors. I stood quietly and listened intently, and it was amazing to hear him describe his artistic process.

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While at the 2014 AMTA National Convention I had a chance to stroll through the Denver Art Museum. I saw a fascinating exhibit by a local artist named Daniel Sprick. As I was leaving, to my surprise, Sprick was doing an in-person "artist talk" for a few museum benefactors. I stood quietly and listened intently, and it was amazing to hear him describe his artistic process.

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It’s common to hear massage therapists ask the question, “What should I do when my client just won’t relax? She keeps her eyes open and stays stiff through the whole massage!”

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When you begin your career as a massage therapist, you think about how much you will enjoy helping people feel better. Maybe you anticipate the freedom and flexibility you'll have when it comes to setting your own schedule and working for yourself as an independent massage therapist.

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Always remember that you set the tone for your massage therapy space or clinic.  Sports enthusiast...high priestess of healing touch..deep tissue devotee: whatever your bodywork focus, your music selections can embrace and support that.  Music is important, but never lose sight of the fact that it's there to support your work and provide a comfortable background tapestry of music for your clientele.  Studies suggest that listening to your favorite music can actually release mood-enhancing chemicals in your brain.

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