- Be as receptive and open to the massage process as possible
- Don't eat just before a massage
- Be on time, if you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it may take longer to relax
- Take a hot bath or shower
- Take off only as much clothing as you are comfortable removing
- Communicate with your massage therapist before the session, give accurate health information and let the massage therapist know your expectations and reasons for the massage
- Remember to breathe normally
- Relax your muscles and your mind. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body-centered and to quiet your mind is to follow the hands of the massage therapist and focus on how the touch feels.
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