{"id":39211,"date":"2022-05-04T11:09:24","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T01:09:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=39211"},"modified":"2025-09-18T20:45:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T10:45:08","slug":"self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Must-Try Self-Care Tips For Massage Therapists"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"110%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"683\" width=\"1024\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109597-1024x683-1.jpeg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109597-1024x683-1.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109597-1024x683-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109597-1024x683-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/191219_BLYS_AppContent109597-1024x683-1-900x600.jpeg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"Independent business owners on the Blys App\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a massage therapist, you spend your days helping your clients feel their best. But, how often do you take time to look after yourself?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that over<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s10926-006-9028-1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 70% of massage therapists encounter at least one work-related strain or injury each year<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can impact your capacity to work and your quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You know better than anyhow how physically demanding your job can be. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to carve out a self-care routine that helps to minimise the chance of injuries or conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and RSI (repetitive stress injury).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, making time to prioritise your mental and emotional well-being needs to be at the top of your agenda, too. Are you wondering how to take care of yourself as a massage therapist? Let\u2019s run you through six practical steps you can take to add a dose of rest and relaxation to your busy schedule.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_1_Schedule_rest_days\" >Tip 1. Schedule rest days\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Erika_Hona_a_massage_therapist_and_provider_on_the_Blys_platform_recommends_that_providers_%E2%80%9Cmake_sure_theyre_getting_enough_sleep_and_are_booking_a_monthly_massage_at_a_minimum_to_help_their_body_recover%E2%80%9D\" >Erika Hona, a massage therapist and provider on the Blys platform recommends that providers \u201cmake sure they&#8217;re getting enough sleep and are booking a monthly massage at a minimum to help their body recover.&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_2_Warm-up_and_cool_down_after_each_appointment\" >Tip 2. Warm-up and cool down after each appointment\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_3_Practice_daily_stretching_exercises\" >Tip 3. Practice daily stretching exercises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_4_Switch_off_and_disconnect_from_your_inbox\" >Tip 4. Switch off and disconnect from your inbox<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#%E2%80%9CI_like_to_separate_work_time_from_me_time_by_turning_my_phone_on_silent_and_only_checking_it_every_few_hours%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Hair_Makeup_Artist_Rhiannon_Paige\" >\u201cI like to separate work time from me time by turning my phone on silent and only checking it every few hours.\u201d &#8211; Hair &amp; Makeup Artist Rhiannon Paige<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_5_Find_a_community_of_like-minded_business_owners\" >Tip 5. Find a community of like-minded business owners\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Tip_6_Make_time_for_mindfulness_and_meditation\" >Tip 6. Make time for mindfulness and meditation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/blog\/self-care-tips-mobile-wellness-providers\/#Join_our_growing_community_of_talented_wellness_providers\" >Join our growing community of talented wellness providers!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_1_Schedule_rest_days\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 1. Schedule rest days\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a massage therapist, your most valuable piece of equipment is your own body. So, giving your body time to rest and unwind is essential to preventing injuries and helping you deliver the best experience possible to your clients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overusing your hands, arms, and shoulders can put a lot of stress on your joints (such as the saddle joint of your thumb). Along with finding ways to reduce the pressure you\u2019re placing on your joints, scheduling rest days into your diary is key to long-term success.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By blocking out at least two days per week as dedicated rest days, you can give yourself time to properly relax and unwind between sessions. And remember to treat yourself to a massage on your days off too!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Erika_Hona_a_massage_therapist_and_provider_on_the_Blys_platform_recommends_that_providers_%E2%80%9Cmake_sure_theyre_getting_enough_sleep_and_are_booking_a_monthly_massage_at_a_minimum_to_help_their_body_recover%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com.au\/practitioner\/erika-21751\">Erika Hona<\/a>, a massage therapist and provider on the Blys platform recommends that providers \u201cmake sure they&#8217;re getting enough sleep and are booking a monthly massage at a minimum to help their body recover.&#8221;<\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why not <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/ca\/services\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">book a quick massage on your next day off<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and get an experienced massage provider on Blys come to you?<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_2_Warm-up_and_cool_down_after_each_appointment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 2. Warm-up and cool down after each appointment\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chances are you wouldn\u2019t head out for a run or a workout without warming up your body first. The same goes for getting your body ready for your client\u2019s massage appointments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By making time to warm up and cool down before and after bookings, you can give your joints and muscles the best chance of avoiding injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, a quick warm-up routine helps to boost blood flow and ensure you\u2019re able to harness your full range of motion when delivering therapy to your clients. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4506214-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"professional-massage-therapist-treating-a-female-patient-s-injured-neck\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_3_Practice_daily_stretching_exercises\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 3. Practice daily stretching exercises<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a similar vein, daily stretching and mobility exercises are a practical way to keep your body feeling its best as a massage therapist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Focus on the core areas of your body that are used during your bookings, such as your hands, fingers, wrists, arms, shoulders and even your core.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple movements like rolling out your wrists, stretching out your neck and shoulders and even booking in gentle restorative yoga classes can help to release tension and aid recovery between bookings. Find a stretching or movement routine that is manageable for you, and targets the areas of your body that are craving some extra TLC after a hard day&#8217;s work.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-yan-krukov-7314987-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"two-women-drinking-juice-while-talking\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_4_Switch_off_and_disconnect_from_your_inbox\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 4. Switch off and disconnect from your inbox<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re working as a mobile massage therapist, it can feel impossible to switch off. Between replying to client enquiries, booking meetings and promoting your business, it can be challenging to take a proper day off and <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/ca\/how-to-manage-stress-in-difficult-times\">manage the stress of a busy schedule.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s why plenty of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/ca\/apply\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mobile massage therapists love working on the Blys platform<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We give providers on our platform the freedom to pick their own hours and set their own schedule, with the support of our team to handle all the admin, marketing, bookings and customer service.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also vet all of our clients and our customer service team is available 24\/7 to give our massage therapists peace of mind knowing they&#8217;ll be safe and supported on the job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team even manage the payment side of things for you, meaning less time crunching numbers and more time doing your best work as a massage therapist.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CI_like_to_separate_work_time_from_me_time_by_turning_my_phone_on_silent_and_only_checking_it_every_few_hours%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%93_Hair_Makeup_Artist_Rhiannon_Paige\"><\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI like to separate work time from me time by turning my phone on silent and only checking it every few hours.\u201d &#8211; Hair &amp; Makeup Artist<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com.au\/practitioner\/rhiannon-130603\"> Rhiannon Paige<\/a><\/span><\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_5_Find_a_community_of_like-minded_business_owners\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 5. Find a community of like-minded business owners\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being your own boss can be liberating, but also a lonely experience. Plenty of massage therapists want the freedom and autonomy to set their own hours, but still crave a sense of community and connection with other therapists.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/ca\/apply\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> joining as a provider on Blys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you\u2019ll join a thriving community of experienced massage therapists from around Australia. We have our own private Blys Community For Providers Facebook Group to help you meet other providers and share tips and knowledge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, we run plenty of Blys provider meet-ups, exclusive workshops and networking events to help you sharpen your skills, meet your industry peers and discover new ideas.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wp.getblys.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/pexels-cottonbro-5077395-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"woman-in-white-and-blue-long-sleeve-shirt-and-blue-denim-jeans-lying-on-white-bed\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_6_Make_time_for_mindfulness_and_meditation\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip 6. Make time for mindfulness and meditation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a massage therapist, it\u2019s so important to take of your physical and mental health. Even with a busy schedule of bookings, there are simple ways you can prioritise yourself and your wellbeing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindfulness is a powerful way to clear your mind, boost your energy levels and refocus between appointments. Just five or even ten minutes of a guided meditation can help you restore balance, no matter what your day has in store.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free apps like Headspace and Calm are a great way to add some zen to your day, even when you\u2019re on the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to taking care of yourself and prioritising self-care as a mobile wellness provider, it\u2019s all about having the right tools in place. 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