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Reader Stories: My Life As A Massage Therapist

From charlie

Why I Became A Massage Therapist 

I became a therapist at the age of 17. My mother did massage for almost 47 years, and when she got older she asked me to continue her massage practice. I enrolled in the school of basic and advance therapy, also reflexology, Swedish massage, and shiatsu.

She transferred all her clients to me to continue the deep tissue massage therapy. I found that it really helped people to relax and relieved some ailments, stress, etc.

My Life As A Massage Therapist 

It's really fun helping lots of people by doing massage at my clinic as of now is our house where people come but mostly I do the chair massage and apply the deep tissue massage to some ailments at the back.

Lessons Learned 

  • My advice is learn more about massage by attending seminars to upgrade your ability. And always keep your presence of mind while doing the massage.

How Long I've Been A Massage Therapist 

31 years

Where I Went To School & What I Thought Of It 

I went to school in the Philippines and it was not so easy as I thought. I still have more to learn.

What I've Learned on My Journey 

My journey in this job has taught me a lot in life, especially during my conversations with clients.

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