Feeling good is a lot like the game I use to play with my kids- connecting the dots. I remember I would sit at a diner, draw dots on a napkin and have my kids connect the dots (it kept them quiet and busy as we waited patiently for our meal). Feeling our best is being able to realize that we need to connect our body and our mind and our soul all together. That is the balance of good health. So how do we get there? It’s a journey. And it takes work but if you want to feel great it’s not hard because you have determination. You start with setting your intention and making good healthy habits that are part of your life. It’s important to recognize how truly powerful you are. You are capable and able to change your life towards a healthier you. The support of professionals andfriends and family are instrumental. We all need positive reinforcement to get us through the hard stuff and what leads us to temptation.
One therapy (among many) that I have found to be helpful in connecting my thoughts and feelings and recognizing how my body feels is massage therapy. It has always seemed like a luxury to have a massage. But I am not talking about a simple back rub. It’s more about feeling your body, your muscles and tissues and what connects you physically to the emotional you. Massage therapy can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and well-being. It complements other therapies. Try it for yourself. It’s all about the journey to finding and making yourself the best you there is!