Touch Your Toes

12/15/2025

Your body doesn’t need to be pushed.
Just held long enough
to remember how to let go.

12/11/2025

*The Master's Rest*

A young student noticed that his teacher would sit in complete stillness for long periods each day, doing nothing but breathing.
"Master," the student asked, "why do you waste so much time just sitting? There is so much work to be done, so much to learn."
The master smiled gently. "Tell me, when you sharpen your knife, is that a waste of time?"
"Of course not," replied the student. "A dull knife cannot cut properly."
"Just so," said the master. "I am sharpening myself. A dull mind and a weary body cannot serve their purpose. This stillness is not wasted time—it is the very thing that allows me to act with clarity when action is needed."
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Your body is the only one you have. Stillness, rest, and care aren't luxuries—they're how you stay sharp for everything life asks of you.
When was the last time you sharpened yourself?
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12/02/2025

A Gift of Care This December 💛

The holiday season can be beautiful—and overwhelming. Between the shopping lists, family gatherings, and endless to-dos, our bodies often carry the weight of it all.

This December, I'm offering $20 off any gift certificate as a gentle reminder: care matters. Whether for yourself or someone you love, these sessions offer space to release tension, restore balance, and simply breathe.

Thai bodywork isn't just about easing physical pain—it's about giving your nervous system permission to settle, your mind a chance to quiet, and your body the attention it deserves.

Gift a session to a friend who needs relief. Or give yourself permission to slow down.

✨ Reach out to purchase a gift certificate—I'll even include a holiday gift bag if it's for someone special.

Wishing you moments of stillness this season. 🕯️

07/21/2025

Your breath has the power to shift your entire system.

In Thai bodywork, we use gentle movement and awareness of breath to help guide your body toward a calmer, more balanced state.

The breath doesn’t just reflect how you feel - it helps create how you feel.

05/07/2025

🌟 A Quick Metta Meditation for Inner Peace 🌿

Take a moment to pause. Close your eyes, place a hand over your heart, and breathe deeply. Now, repeat these phrases:

💛 May I be happy.
💛 May I be healthy.
💛 May I be safe.
💛 May I live with ease.

Now, bring someone you love into your mind. Send them the same wishes. Extend this kindness outward—to a stranger, to someone difficult, and finally, to all beings everywhere.

This simple practice can shift your mindset, soothe stress, and create a ripple effect of kindness. 💫 Will you try it today? Let me know how it feels!

04/28/2025

🌸 Mother's Day Special! 🌸

Moms, grandmas, and all the amazing women in our lives—this one's for you! 💖

Celebrate YOU with $20 off any one session for a woman in the month of May at Touch Your Toes Bodywork! Whether you need a deep reset, relief from stress, or just some much-needed relaxation, Thai bodywork can help you feel supported and restored.

💆‍♀️ 90-minute & 120-minute sessions available
✨ Thai massage, myofascial release, and Craniosacral therapy for lasting relief

📍 966 Passaic Ave, Nutley
🌐 Learn more at www.touchyourtoesbodywork.com
📩 DM to book or grab a gift certificate

Give yourself or a special woman the gift of relaxation this Mother’s Day! 💖

04/23/2025

Savasana, often called the "co**se pose," is one of the most powerful yet underrated poses in yoga. It may seem like just lying down, but it's a time for deep relaxation and integration of the practice. When we allow ourselves to fully surrender in Savasana, we activate the body’s natural healing response, lower stress levels, and promote mental clarity. This simple yet profound rest period gives our nervous system a chance to recalibrate, helping us feel more grounded and centered.

Restorative yoga takes this a step further by holding gentle, supported poses that allow for long, deep stretches while deeply relaxing the body. It’s perfect for anyone needing to unwind, recover, or reduce stress. By using props like blankets, bolsters, and blocks, restorative yoga encourages the body to let go of tension and promotes healing on a physical and emotional level.

Incorporating both Savasana and restorative practices into your routine helps reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and enhance overall well-being. Give yourself permission to rest—your body and mind will thank you. 🌿

04/20/2025

💆‍♂️ Metta & Thai Massage: A Healing Connection 💆‍♀️

Before I begin a Thai massage session, I often take a moment to practice Metta meditation. It helps me come to each client with an open heart, active compassion, and the intention to create a healing space.

In Thai bodywork, Metta isn’t just a philosophy—it’s a felt experience. When the giver holds a mindset of loving-kindness, the receiver can sense it. This subtle energy transforms the massage into something more than bodywork—it becomes an act of care.

Have you ever felt the difference when someone touches you with true kindness? ✨ Share your thoughts below!

04/18/2025

Let me know if you need an extra cork massage ball for $2!

04/10/2025

🧘‍♀️ Metta Meditation: A Practice of Loving-Kindness 💛

Metta meditation, or loving-kindness meditation, is a powerful practice that cultivates goodwill toward yourself and others. Rooted in Buddhist traditions, it also aligns with yogic philosophy and the heart-centered approach of Thai massage.

🌿 How to Practice Metta:
1️⃣ Find a quiet space and take a deep breath.
2️⃣ Repeat phrases like: May I be happy. May I be healthy. May I be free from suffering.
3️⃣ Expand these wishes to loved ones, acquaintances, and even those who challenge you.

Metta isn’t just about feeling compassion—it’s about actively sending kindness into the world. 💫 Try it today and let me know how you feel!

03/31/2025

Winter stiffness can creep into your body, especially in your lower back and glutes. A cork massage ball is a simple yet powerful tool for releasing tight muscles and improving circulation. Here’s how to target key areas for relief:

🔹 Glutes – Sit on the floor with your knees bent, placing the ball under one glute. Lean into it, shifting your weight side to side to release deep tension. This can help with lower back discomfort and hip tightness.

🔹 Lower Back – Stand against a wall with the ball between your lower back and the surface. Gently roll side to side or up and down to release tight spots. Avoid direct pressure on the spine—focus on the muscles around it.

I offer extra massage balls for sale at the studio at cost for $2. Or reach out to me and I will send you a link to purchase them in bulk.

Just a few minutes of myofascial release each day can help reset your muscles and prevent chronic tightness. Try it before bed or after a long day to unwind.

Where do you hold the most tension?

03/25/2025