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Self-Massage For Wellbeing
With Louise BairdThis course aims to support you in introducing practices into your daily life so that you can reap the physical and mental benefits of self-massage. Three forms of self-massage are shared in this course. The first, Shiatsu Doin massage from Japan is an energizing massage, suitable for mornings. The second, the Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage from India, is a soothing, calming oil massage, suitable for morning or evening. The third, Compassionate Hugs, are intended to be able to be slotted in throughout your day. Each lesson will begin with a description of the origins and benefits of each practice. Then, for the Shiatsu Doin massage, and Compassionate Hugs practice you will be guided through the practice during the lesson. While for the Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage, you will be provided with instructions on how to do the massage at a time that works for you. Note: Some people should check with their healthcare provider before giving themselves self-massage. This includes if you're pregnant, or if you are someone who suffers from blood clots; kidney or liver conditions; cancer; inflammation; or uncontrolled high blood pressure. If you're unsure if self-massage is right for you, have a chat with your healthcare practitioner first.
Learn three easy self-massage techniques to improve your physical, mental health and wellbeing.
About this course
This course aims to support you in introducing practices into your daily life so that you can reap the physical and mental benefits of self-massage. Three forms of self-massage are shared in this course. The first, Shiatsu Doin massage from Japan is an energizing massage, suitable for mornings. The second, the Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage from India, is a soothing, calming oil massage, suitable for morning or evening. The third, Compassionate Hugs, are intended to be able to be slotted in throughout your day. Each lesson will begin with a description of the origins and benefits of each practice. Then, for the Shiatsu Doin massage, and Compassionate Hugs practice you will be guided through the practice during the lesson. While for the Ayurvedic Abhyanga massage, you will be provided with instructions on how to do the massage at a time that works for you. Note: Some people should check with their healthcare provider before giving themselves self-massage. This includes if you're pregnant, or if you are someone who suffers from blood clots; kidney or liver conditions; cancer; inflammation; or uncontrolled high blood pressure. If you're unsure if self-massage is right for you, have a chat with your healthcare practitioner first.
Meet your Teacher
Your teacher Louise Baird is a qualified yoga and meditation teacher and Ayurvedic lifestyle coach. While her practices are primarily grounded in age-old yogic and ayurvedic philosophy and traditions, she also loves to bring in modern scientific viewpoints, to make them more widely accessible. Louise practices the massages in the course daily for the benefits they bring to her health and wellbeing and regularly teaches them to her students.