I don’t know how I imagined I was going to get a new blog post out the same week as the US election, but I took yesterday off to wallow in my feelings. I am shocked, yet not surprised. I am hurt and angry. I dared to hope the result would be better, and I am feeling the sharp slap of disappointment.
And now I remind myself of my privilege: I work for myself, I am a white male-presenting person, I speak French and have legal status here as a Canadian. My feelings are valid, but I also feel a responsibility to pull my shit together for those whose lives are more precarious: racialized minorities, trans folks (especially trans women), and anyone with a uterus.
My job is not only to massage my clients and ease their stress, but to create a space where they feel safe to be vulnerable and receptive to care. Now more than ever, we need to cultivate safe spaces for ourselves, for friends and family, and for members of our community. You don’t have to do it all at once: put your own oxygen mask on first, and expand if and when you feel able. If the well of your compassion, your energy, and your resources is running low; please remember to drink before you try to nourish others.
Times will suck, and we will help one another through them.
I am running a 50% off promo for my birthday month with the code BDAY24 (one per client), so book before the end of November to enjoy your discount. My BIPOC, queer, fat, and neurominoric clients also get 40% off any time of the year. I will be taking next week off for my birthday, but check out the rest of my availability and tell a friend who could use some destressing.
60-minute massage
For relaxation, regular maintenance, or targeting a specific issue. Depending on your situation, we may limit our time to specific areas.
1 hour90-minute massage
For advanced relaxation, profound maintenance, or targeting multiple issues. This session is also ideal for a full body treatment.
1 hour 30 minutes