Massage & Meditation
Massage
I incorporate meditation to all treatments enabling a mind, body and soul connection experience
Various essential oils or incense are used during treatments to activate all senses. Creating a fully immersive zen experience
Indian head massage is a treatment that focuses on massaging acupressure points along the head, neck, and shoulders, often using circular massage strokes to improve hair and scalp condition. It originates from an Indian alternative medicine system called Ayurveda, (translated as the ‘science of life’), it is believed that the mind and body are intricately connected and thus can influence one another. Through this theory, is understood that Indian head massage can not only reduce headaches and improve physical well-being, but it can also improve mental and emotional wellness too. Indian head massage is an ancient therapeutic practice that has been used in India for over 2000 years, (since around 600 B.C.), and requires no oils or equipment, making it a very accessible treatment, perfect for newcomers to massage. It is usually done while seated.
My Indian head massage is a 45-minute treatment, starting with your upper back and arms moving up into the shoulders, as this area often holds a lot of tension. Following this, flowing motions move up the neck massaging and relieving any stress and tension. Finally, the scalp is massaged along the acupressure points on the head, followed up by the face offering lymphatic drainage.
This massage is coupled with oil if suitable for the client, which conditions the hair promoting growth and healthy skin. Grapeseed oil is the most popular to use, which is perfect for dry skin & hair. Mustard oil, olive oil, and jasmine oil can also be used with varying specific benefits for skin and hair health. This massage provides naturally conditioning effects however, as techniques used loosen hair follicles increasing the production of natural hair oil.
What to expect
My Indian head massage is a 45-minute treatment, starting with your upper back and arms moving up into the shoulders, as this area often holds a lot of tension. Following this, flowing motions move up the neck massaging and relieving any stress and tension. Finally, the scalp is massaged along the acupressure points on the head, followed up by the face offering lymphatic drainage.
This massage is coupled with oil if suitable for the client, which conditions the hair promoting growth and healthy skin. Grapeseed oil is the most popular to use, which is perfect for dry skin & hair. Mustard oil, olive oil, and jasmine oil can also be used with varying specific benefits for skin and hair health. This massage provides naturally conditioning effects however, as techniques used loosen hair follicles increasing the production of natural hair oil.
Benefits:
There are many benefits to Indian head massage, here are just a few:
Promotes hair growth by increasing oxygen in the hair follicles, stimulating growth and health.
Prevents headaches and migraines by releasing built-up tension in the head and neck area, relieving muscle stiffness.
Renews and balances energy levels by working with the three higher chakras.
Relieves symptoms of depression and anxiety through relaxation.
Boosts memory capabilities by relieving stress and quieting the mind.
Stimulates lymphatic drainage by circulating blood to the neck area.
Better sleep by reducing stress.
Improves circulation of cerebral spinal fluid.
Interesting IHM facts
- Soothes the sinuses - Not only is the treatment great for headaches, but is also a great way to reduce sinus trouble.
- Refreshes tired eyes - most people spend alot of time staring at a screen. Indian head massage is a way to ease eye strain.
- A part of life across cultures - in countries such as India and Turkey, head massage is commonly incorporated into the barber’s service, so if you’re ever abroad, consider getting your hair cut at the local salon! In India, head massage is also frequently part of wedding and birth traditions and rituals.
Indian head massage 45-minute treatment £40
Shoulders, neck and head massage 50 minutes £45
Reiki infused Indian head massage 80-minute treatment £60
(Surcharge applies for mileage outside of Medway for home visits)
Meditation:
There’s no one correct way to meditate. Meditation can take many different forms. Experts have analysed meditation practices and found that some common processes happen across different meditation forms. These are:
- Body- scan meditation: This involves focusing on the physical sensations you experience throughout your body. Noticing without judgement where you may be tense or experiencing other sensations, without judgement.
- Contemplation: This involves concentrating on a question or contradiction without letting your mind wander.
- Emotion-centred meditation. This has you focusing on a specific emotion. For example, focusing on how to be kind to others or on what makes you happy in your life.
- Mantra meditation. This involves repeating (in your head or aloud) a specific phrase or sound to draw your focus.
- Meditation with movement. This can involve focusing on breathing, holding or releasing your breath or performing specific body movements. This can also be walking whilst focusing on what you observe & hear around you.
- Mindfulness meditation. This form is staying aware of what’s happening at that present moment rather than letting your mind wander into the past or future. It can involve a similar approach as body scan meditation, using the awareness of sensations experiencing in your body as a foundation for your awareness of the world around you.
- Visual-based meditation. This involves focusing on something you can see (either with your eyes or by concentrating on a mental image). This is often used in coaching to enable people to identify and obtain goals including ways they want to show up in the world. Enabling them to embody the energy and characteristics of the version of themselves they create in their imagination.
Depending on what service you're receiving will depend on the form of mediation chosen for the treatment. If you are receiving life coaching from me, we will explore your preferred learning style to determine which practice you may be more aligned or drawn to if any.
Meditation is a method to cultivate self-awareness and mindfulness. Is your mind full or are you mindful?! To be more precise, it's a technique that trains the mind to focus and redirect thoughts, often towards the breath, which serves as an anchor.
How do you learn to meditate? In mindfulness meditation, we learn to pay attention to the breath and notice when the mind wanders. The practice of returning to the breath builds the muscles of attention and mindfulness. When we pay attention to our breath, we are learning how to return to, and remain in, the present moment. anchoring ourselves in the here and now on purpose, without judgement.
Trying to meditate is a lot like trying to sleep – forcing it can make it more challenging. Thinking of a meditation session as a chance to relax, rather than as a discipline you must master, can make all the difference. If your attention wanders which is likely to at times, choose to practice acceptance to avoid getting annoyed with yourself. Choose to focus your attention back to your breath or what you are doing to truly be present in the moment.
Benefits of Meditation:
- Mental peace and clarity.
- Feelings of enhanced well-being and calm.
- Releasing negative self-beliefs to develop positive self-image.
- Develop deeper self-awareness in all aspects of life.
- Vitality, longevity, and stronger immune system.
- Emotional stability and cheerfulness.
- Forgiveness and detachment.
- Lower pulse rate and reduce anxiety.
- Increased ability to manage stress and adapt to varying circumstances.
- Sense of purpose, meaning and feeling of progress.
- Better concentration and improved memory.
- Self-control and fearlessness.
Contact us
Telephone or WhatsApp me on: 07920397773
E-mail: jodie.miller@alignwellbeingsolutions.co.uk
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