Soularium Massage & Spa

12/23/2025

The Massage room Awaits!

12/23/2025

12/21/2025

Time to relax and save a little before Christmas! 🎄

12/19/2025

Last Minute Gift Needed? I can help with that! ❄️🎄❄️

12/09/2025

Spent the day yesterday meeting the requirements for my license, but also learning from Dr. Gregory T. Lawton! It’s still a privilege to learn with him. Thanks for joining us as well to one of the best therapists I know, Desiree Six!

12/04/2025

Part 1… very real interpretation of our industry

12/04/2025

Part 2

The research report titled "The Cannibalization of Care" outlines the systemic failure of the massage therapy profession, characterizing it as a predatory industry that consumes the physical and financial well-being of its workforce while failing to establish itself as a legitimate healthcare sector.

Key Findings:

Economic Exploitation: The industry is dominated by franchise chains (e.g., Massage Envy, Hand & Stone) and a gig economy model that utilizes a "service hour" pay structure. This system pays therapists only for hands-on time, often leaving administrative tasks and downtime uncompensated, which suppresses actual hourly wages well below advertised rates. The franchise model relies on a high-volume, low-cost approach that treats therapists as interchangeable units of production rather than clinicians.

Physical Unsustainability: The profession has an exceptionally high injury rate, with research indicating that approximately 85% of massage therapists experience work-related pain or musculoskeletal disorders, particularly in the wrists and thumbs. This leads to a short career lifespan, as the physical demands of the job are biomechanically unsustainable for full-time work over the long term.

Predatory Education: Aspiring therapists are funneled through for-profit schools that charge high tuition relative to the low entry-level wages, often leaving graduates with significant debt. Curricula frequently emphasize pseudoscientific modalities (e.g., energy work) over evidence-based medicine, alienating the profession from the broader healthcare community and insurance reimbursement models.

Systemic Abuse and Illicit Activity: The profession suffers from a dual crisis of sexual misconduct. Internally, major franchises have faced hundreds of lawsuits regarding sexual assaults committed by therapists against clients, often shielded by corporate structures that evade liability. Externally, the industry is shadowed by over 9,000 illicit massage businesses (IMBs) that facilitate human trafficking, creating a permanent stigma and safety risk for legitimate practitioners.

Existential Threat from Automation: The future of the profession is threatened by the rise of robotics and AI. Innovations like the Aescape robotic massage system and AI-driven management platforms are poised to automate the "maintenance" and relaxation segments of the market, offering consumers a consistent, lower-cost alternative to human therapists. This technological shift, combined with economic pressures, puts the human-centric model of mass-market massage at risk of obsolescence.

See part 1: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1A8KEyxBhU/

12/02/2025

Have the Holidays already stressed you out?

Let me help you and keep you balanced this Christmas season ❄️❄️❄️

This time of year gets hectic for everyone…make sure that you plan ahead and make your massage appointment(s) soon.

There are limited times available with the Holidays coming up. The following days and times are all that are left for 2025!

Friday, December 5

11:30 am-60 Minute-spoken for
2:30 pm- 60 or 90 Minute-spoken for

Tuesday, December 9

10:00 am-60 Minute-
11:30 am-60 Minute-

Thursday, December 11

11:30 am-60 Minute-
1:00 pm-60 Minute-

Monday, December 15

3:30 pm-60 Minute-
5:00 pm-60 Minute-
6:30 pm-60 Minute-

Thursday, December 18

11:30 am-60 Minute-

Friday, December 19

11:30 am-60 Minute-
1:00 pm-60 Minute-
2:30 pm 60 or 90 Minute-

Monday, December 22

12:00 pm-90 Minute-
2:00 pm-60 Minute-
3:30 pm-60 Minute-
6:00 pm-60 or 90 Minute-

Tuesday, December 23

10:00 am-90 Minute-
12:30 pm-60 Minute-
2:00 pm-60 Minute-

Friday, December 26

11:30 am-60 Minute-
1:00 pm-60 Minute-
2:30 pm-60 or 90 Minute-

Monday, December 29

1:00 pm-90 Minute-
3:00 pm-60 Minute-
4:30 pm-60 Minute-
6:00 pm-60 Minute-

Tuesday, December 30

10:00 am-60 Minute-
11:30 am-90 Minute-
1:30 pm-90 Minute-

Friday, January 2, 2026

1:00 pm-60 Minute-
2:30 pm-90 Minute-

Call or Text to secure yourself a time to relax, to heal and to maintain a heathy body throughout the Holidays and all year long! 616-212-5668

11/25/2025

I highly recommend Deb and her classes! Check them out and maybe I’ll see you at a few too!

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴? 🌿✨

The 2026 Heart Rock Healing Workshop Series (Jan–June) is back and packed with simple, hands-on projects to help you feel better, live cleaner, and build a natural lifestyle you love.

Each month, you’ll roll up your sleeves, sip some tea, learn a little herbal magic, and head home with a natural product you made yourself.

Everything is taught by our Certified Herbalist, so it’s safe, practical, and rooted in real herbal wisdom — not trends.

💲 Classes are just $20
⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 3675 64th St., Holland MI
👥 Only 12 spots per class (because cozy > crowded)
🎁 Take-home project in every workshop

From breaking up with sugar to spring detox, non-toxic cleaning, natural sun care, and even doggie gut health… this series is all heart, all healing, and a whole lot of fun.

✨ Ready to join the Heart Rock community?
Click Here to register and/or for more information
https://heartrockhealing.com/classes-workshop/

11/03/2025

Massage was the best choice I made years ago. You see, I was a skeptic. I had some issues from working in the factory. I made car parts for 13 1/2 years. Heavy lifting, repetitive motion and lots of hours. When I finally decided to try a massage, I only signed up for 30 minutes. I was so mad at myself when that 30 minutes ended! 😂 never again, and Always 60-90 minutes moving forward. I now have a wonderful trade partner and we do 2 Hour sessions.

Some bodies need more, some can only tolerate less. But there is almost always some level of Massage Therapy for everyone.

Are you skeptical like I was? Are there not enough hours in your week because you’re so busy taking care of everyone but Yourself? Are you so stressed out and you don’t know what to do?

Taking the time to decrease your stress, to relax, to work out tired over stressed muscles, to focus on an injured shoulder or knee, Hip or Back Pain…. These things aren’t “Treating” yourself, which I hear all to often and hearing that phrase really bothers me. You are choosing to take care of yourself to put your physical and mental needs in priority. Even if that need is only to take an hour and relax, that is preventative medicine, not a treat.

I am Kate, I started receiving Massage Therapy in the late 90’s, became a Certified Medical Massage Therapist in 2007 after taking a 1201 hour course with Blue Heron Academy. I helped to push licensure in Michigan to help protect Massage Clientele. Before licensure, in Michigan, you didn’t even have to go to school to put your hands on someone and call it massage. There are other levels of massage out there such as Thai or other Asian modalities that still don’t require it. So always do your homework, find a Therapist who is knowledgeable and right for what you need.

Since becoming licensed, I attend Continuing Education classes that are required to fufill and maintain that license, but also to grow and to provide you the best massage that I can.

Let’s connect, let me see what I can do to effectively take care of your massage needs. And if I am not the right therapist for you, I have plenty of amazing therapists in my network to refer you to and we can make sure you recieve exactly what you need. It’s simple, You are Important…and Your health matters!

Call or Text 616-212-5668 and we can get you set up for what you need!

10/14/2025

From Kristen on the wellness council: 💊 Did You Know Your Meds Might Be Depleting Nutrients?

Many common prescriptions do their job, but they can also drain your body of essential vitamins and minerals needed for energy, immunity, hormone balance, and longevity.

Here’s a breakdown 👇

1️⃣ Statins (Cholesterol Drugs)

➡️Deplete:CoQ10, Vitamin D, Selenium
💥Why it matters:CoQ10 is critical for heart and muscle energy & low levels can lead to fatigue, muscle pain, and brain fog.

2️⃣ Birth Control Pills

➡️Deplete: B2, B6, B12, Folate, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Vitamin C
💥Why it matters:These nutrients support mood, metabolism, and hormone detox. Deficiency can cause PMS, low energy, and anxiety.

3️⃣ Antidepressants (SSRIs, Tricyclics)

➡️Deplete:CoQ10, Melatonin, B-vitamins, Magnesium, and sometimes Sodium
💥Why it matters: These support serotonin and mitochondrial function and low levels may worsen fatigue or sleep issues.

4️⃣ Antibiotics

➡️Deplete:B-vitamins (especially B1, B2, B6, B12, K2) and beneficial gut flora
💥Why it matters:Gut bacteria make vitamins and regulate your immune system — always rebuild your microbiome after antibiotic use!

5️⃣ Acid Blockers (PPIs & H2 Blockers like Prilosec, Nexium, Pepcid)

➡️Deplete: B12, Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc
💥Why it matters: Stomach acid is needed to absorb minerals long-term use can lead to weakness, anemia, or even bone loss.

6️⃣ Blood Pressure Medications

➡️Deplete: CoQ10, Zinc, Magnesium, Potassium (esp. diuretics)
💥Why it matters: Electrolyte imbalance can cause fatigue, cramps, or irregular heartbeat.

7️⃣ Pain Relievers (NSAIDs like Ibuprofen, Naproxen)

➡️Deplete:Folate, Iron, Vitamin C
💥Why it matters: Chronic use irritates the gut lining, leading to reduced nutrient absorption and potential anemia.

8️⃣ Aspirin

➡️Deplete:Vitamin C, Iron, Folate, Potassium, and sometimes Zinc
💥Why it matters: Over time, these deficiencies can impact healing and energy.

9️⃣ Arthritis Medications (Corticosteroids & Methotrexate)

➡️Deplete:Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Vitamin D, Folate, and Zinc
💥Why it matters: Can lead to bone loss, fatigue, and immune weakness.

Diabetes Drugs (Metformin)

➡️Deplete: B12, Folate, CoQ10
💥Why it matters: These nutrients protect nerve and brain health — low levels can cause numbness or cognitive issues.

🧠 The Takeaway:
Medications can help but nutrients save your life! If you’re on long-term prescriptions, work to look how to replenish what your body loses. 🌿

09/29/2025

Did you have to cancel a massage appointment for unforeseen reasons? Did you remember to call and reschedule? Make the call and get back on the books...taking care of you should be a priority!

Massage is one of the best ways to have preventive maintenance done for your body, no harmful chemicals, no stress test involved...

Come in... Relax... & Escape...

(Massage appointments have been filling in fast) Call or Text today...616-212-5668