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Massaging your partner is more than just a physical act; it's a powerful way to deepen intimacy and emotional connection in a relationship. When we take the time to touch our partners intentionally, we communicate love, care, and attentiveness in a language that transcends words. This tactile communication can enhance emotional availability by fostering trust and vulnerability between partners. One key aspect of massaging your partner is being highly aware of their responses to your touch. Just as a skilled massage therapist pays close attention to their client's reactions, tuning in to how your partner receives your touch can provide valuable insight into their needs and desires. By understanding where and how your partner holds tension, you gain a deeper understanding of how to support them physically and emotionally. Offering massages to your partner creates an opportunity for open communication about both physical and emotional needs. By actively listening to your partner's feedback and preferences, you can tailor the massage experience to their liking, ensuring that the physical contact is enjoyable and consensual. This open dialogue fosters trust and mutual respect, strengthening the bond between partners. In addition to enhancing intimacy, massaging your partner can be a great option for couples seeking alternatives to sexual intimacy. Whether due to personal or spiritual or religious beliefs, health reasons, or other factors, choosing to engage in therapeutic massage can provide a fulfilling way to connect physically without engaging in sexual activity. By prioritizing touch and affection, couples can nurture their relationship and deepen their emotional connection. Massaging our partner is about more than just relaxation and physical pleasure—it's a powerful tool for building intimacy, strengthening communication, and fostering emotional connection. By approaching massage with mindfulness, awareness, and open communication, couples can cultivate a deeper, more fulfilling relationship that nourishes both the body and the soul. If you're ready to incorporate massage therapy into your relationship to enhance intimacy and emotional connection, here are three actionable steps to get started:

The throat chakra, also known as Vishuddha in Sanskrit, is the fifth primary chakra in the body's energy system according to various Eastern spiritual traditions, including Hinduism and Buddhism. It is located in the throat region, at the base of the neck, and is associated with the color blue. The throat chakra is associated with communication, self-expression, and authenticity. It governs our ability to express ourselves clearly and effectively, both verbally and non-verbally. When the throat chakra is balanced and open, we can express our thoughts, feelings, and ideas with confidence and ease. We are able to communicate honestly and authentically, while also listening attentively to others. Imbalances in the throat chakra can manifest in various ways. If the chakra is underactive or blocked, individuals may struggle with communication issues such as difficulty expressing themselves, feeling shy or inhibited, or experiencing throat-related problems like sore throats or thyroid issues. On the other hand, if the throat chakra is overactive, individuals may speak too much or too loudly, dominate conversations, or struggle with speaking the truth tactfully. This can also manifest as HYPER-thyroidsim; OVER-active thyroid; or GRAVES disease (autoimmune disorder of the thyroid; symptoms include bulging eyes). Balancing the throat chakra involves practices that help to open and align this energy center. These practices may include:

In my experience, incorporating celery and a rich variety of fresh, living, plant juices and foods; such as fruits, leafy vegetables, herbs, and wild foods - offers a transformative approach to nourishing our bodies with what we can aptly describe as a physical form of "living water." This practice allows us to draw from the life-giving energy of the sun, channeled through these vibrant gifts of nature, for deep cellular healing and overall wellness.

As the Owner and leading facilitator of the MASSAAHG Bodywork and Coaching program, I am deeply committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of your financial and personal health information. As a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals ( ABMP ), American Massage Therapy Association ( AMTA ), and the National Academy of Sports Medicine ( NASM ); I, Alyssa Miller-Nelson, LMT, NMT, CPT, CNC, C.Ht , pledge my commitment to the highest principles of the therapeutic massage, bodywork, and coaching professions as outlined by ABMP, NASM, AMTA, and other professional organizations. I am dedicated to serving the best interests of my clients at all times, providing the highest quality of bodywork and service possible. My responsibility lies in building and maintaining effective, healthy, and safe therapeutic relationships with my clients. I conduct thorough health history intake processes for each client, evaluating their health history to rule out contraindications or determine appropriate session adaptations. If I suspect an undiagnosed condition that massage may be inappropriate for, I will refer the client to a qualified healthcare professional and delay the massage session until approval has been granted. I adhere to the commonly accepted scope of practice for massage therapists, bodywork and coaching professionals, providing only treatments and techniques for which I am fully trained and hold credible credentials. I acknowledge the limitations of massage, bodywork, and coaching, and refrain from exaggerating its benefits throughout my marketing efforts. I demonstrate compassion, respect, and tolerance for all individuals, seeking to decrease discrimination, misunderstandings, and prejudice. I uphold the dignity and rights of all individuals by providing a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for sessions, utilizing appropriate and skilled draping procedures, and upholding the integrity of the therapeutic relationship. I recognize a client's right to determine what happens to their body and obtain informed consent before providing massage or bodywork services. I keep client communication and information confidential, ensuring every effort is made to respect a client's right to privacy. I maintain professional boundaries and refrain from behaviors that may be considered sexual in my massage practice. I do not engage in sexual impropriety and am dedicated to educating others about the consequences of such behavior within the massage field. I follow good business practices with regard to record-keeping, regulation compliance, and tax law. I set fair fees and practice honesty throughout my marketing materials. I work to maintain clear and honest communication with clients and colleagues, projecting a professional image in my behavior and personal appearance. I actively strive to positively promote the massage and bodywork profession through self-development and continual skill-building. When you partake in my services, I may collect and retain certain financial and/or personal health information necessary for processing payments and providing optimal care. Your financial and personal health information is exclusively utilized for processing payments and tailoring my services to meet your specific needs. I do not share this information with third parties except as necessary to fulfill your requests or as required by law. I employ stringent measures to safeguard your financial and/or personal health information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Your financial information is retained only for the duration necessary to fulfill its purpose, and personal health information is securely retained in compliance with HIPAA regulations for as long as necessary for providing ongoing care and maintaining accurate records. You have the right to review, update, or delete your financial and/or personal health information held by me at any time. I am committed to addressing your concerns promptly and ensuring the integrity of your data. This Privacy Policy may undergo periodic updates to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. Any significant modifications will be communicated to you. For any inquiries, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or my treatment of your financial information, please contact me. Your trust is of utmost importance to me, and I am committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your information while providing you with exceptional care and service. Prayers in Health; Alyssa Miller-Nelson, LMT, NMT, CPT, CNC, C.Ht. Sahuarita, Arizona 85629 15204402446 alyssa@massaahg.com massaahg@sahuaritathyroidsupport.com

As a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), I, Alyssa Miller-Nelson, LMT, NMT, CPT, CNC, C.Ht ; pledge my commitment to the highest principles of the massage, bodywork and coaching profession as outlined here: 1. Commitment to Quality Care : I will serve the best interests of my clients at all times and provide the highest quality of bodywork and service possible. I recognize that the obligation for building and maintaining an effective, healthy, and safe therapeutic relationship with my clients is my responsibility. 2. Commitment to Do No Harm: I will conduct a thorough health history intake process for each client and evaluate the health history to rule out contraindications or determine appropriate session adaptations. If I see signs of, or suspect, an undiagnosed condition that massage may be inappropriate for, I will refer that client to a physician or other qualified health-care professional and delay the massage session until approval from the physician has been granted. I understand the importance of ethical touch and therapeutic intent and will conduct sessions with the sole objective of benefitting the client. 3. Commitment to Honest Representation of Qualifications : I will not work outside the commonly accepted scope of practice for massage therapists and bodywork professionals. I will adhere to my state's scope of practice guidelines (when applicable). I will only provide treatments and techniques for which I am fully trained and hold credible credentials. I will carefully evaluate the needs of each client and refer the client to another provider if the client requires work beyond my capabilities, or beyond the capacity of massage and bodywork. I will not use the trademarks and symbols associated with a particular system or group without authentic affiliation. I will acknowledge the limitations of massage and bodywork by refraining from exaggerating the benefits of massage therapy and related services throughout my marketing. 4. Commitment to Uphold the Inherent Worth of All Individuals : I will demonstrate compassion, respect, and tolerance for others. I will seek to decrease discrimination, misunderstandings, and prejudice. I understand there are situations when it is appropriate to decline service to a client because it is in the best interests of a client's health, or for my personal safety, but I will not refuse service to any client based on disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, physical build, or sexual orientation; religious, national, or political affiliation; social or economic status.* I will also do my best to communicate clearly, and to help provide you with all the tools and resources you need to help you make the best decision for your health and wellness goals, and to make sure you have all the information you need to take to your doctors or other members of your healthcare team. 5. Commitment to Respect Client Dignity and Basic Rights : I will demonstrate my respect for the dignity and rights of all individuals by providing a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for sessions, using appropriate and skilled draping procedures, giving clients recourse in the event of dissatisfaction with treatment, and upholding the integrity of the therapeutic relationship. 6. Commitment to Informed Consent : I will recognize a client's right to determine what happens to his or her body. I understand that a client may suffer emotional and physical harm if a therapist fails to listen to the client and imposes his or her own beliefs on a situation. I will fully inform my clients of choices relating to their care, and disclose policies and limitations that may affect their care. I will not provide massage without obtaining a client's informed consent (or that of the guardian or advocate for the client) to the session plan. 7. Commitment to Confidentiality : I will keep client communication and information confidential and will not share client information without the client's written consent, within the limits of the law. I will ensure every effort is made to respect a client's right to privacy and provide an environment where personal health-related details cannot be overheard or seen by others. 8. Commitment to Personal and Professional Boundaries : I will refrain from and prevent behaviors that may be considered sexual in my massage practice and uphold the highest professional standards in order to desexualize massage. I will not date a client, engage in sexual intercourse with a client, or allow any level of sexual impropriety (behavior or language) from clients or myself. I understand that sexual impropriety may lead to sexual harassment charges, the loss of my massage credentials, lawsuits for personal damages, criminal charges, fines, attorney's fees, court costs, and jail time.* In addition ; I dedicate myself to educating those who "joke" or otherwise tease about sexual gratifications within the massage field. I will do my best to inform others of the consequences and complications that arise, and provide alternative information to protect and reinforce the professional integrity of therapeutic massage and bodywork . 9. Commitment to Honesty in Business: I will know, learn, and follow good business practices with regard to record keeping, tracking, monitoring and recording regulation compliance, and tax law. I will set fair fees and practice honesty throughout my marketing materials. I will not accept gifts, compensation, or other benefits intended to influence a decision related to a client. If I use the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals logo, I promise to do so appropriately to establish my credibility and market my practice. 10. Commitment to Professionalism : I will maintain clear and honest communication with clients and colleagues. I will not use recreational drugs or alcohol before or during massage sessions. I will project a professional image with respect to my behavior and personal appearance in keeping with the highest standards of the massage profession. I will not actively seek to take someone else's clients, disrespect a client or colleague, or willingly malign another therapist or other allied professional. I will actively strive to positively promote the massage and bodywork profession by committing to self-development and continually building my professional skills. Prayers in Health; Alyssa Miller-Nelson, LMT, NMT, CPT, CNC, C.Ht. Sahuarita, Arizona 85629 15207483112 alyssa@massaahg.com massaahg@sahuaritathyroidsupport.com To learn more visit the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) at website: Code of Ethics for Massage Therapists | Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (abmp.com)