Strongbeard's Massage Interview
Do you remember your first client ? Tell us something about that first day when you decided to be a Masseur!
My first client’s were my friend’s. After 10 year’s of being told anytime i rub someone’s shoulder or hands i should pursue a career in massage and the healing arts. I took my friend’s advice. I treat my clients like i value my friend’s.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
Anything with moderation can fuel addiction in all demographics. After 20 years of sobriety from alcohol .I take great attention to caring just as much about my body as i would your’s. Eating healthy, working out and meditation offer me balance In practice.
Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?
If success is defined in massage through happy and healing client then yes my friend i would.
Tell us a little about yourself, if you were to pick something what would you like your clients to absolutely know about you?
I always come from a place of healing. I’m always thinking ahead of my session’s on how to make each experience individual and never the same.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
I would like my clients to feel calm and relaxed after they leave my sessions with an awareness towards no pain, no gain it takes far more time to injure and neglect then it does to let it go.I work in deep tissue and I reach spots most therapist will miss. Healing is always my intent.
What are your hobbies, what do you like to do in your spare time?
I absolutely believe in seizing the day, and experiencing life to its fullest. I Practice Herbal Medicine and i also teach Reiki. I’m a painter and artist by day and by night i’m an introverted published author and photographer. I love to bake for my friend’s and clients. I bake vegan/gluten free fine desserts. I have a huge passion for music which has now lead me to slowly learning guitar. I have many other hobbies aside. Feel free to ask in session.
Why did you become a Masseur?
Helping people heal and find themselves is one of the greatest human gifts in friendship.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
Heal other’s but don’t forget you need healing too.
What distinguishes you from all the other Masseurs?
My attitude. How I communicate and address my clients. And, of course, my strong hand and attention to detail. I always have recommendations on ways of healing naturally Aside from my sessions.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I have been a practicing for 10 years now. I will never stop offering healing to people seeking it. But I make a great practice of taking time for myself, and offering the same healing that I offered you to myself.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I travel bi monthly. I enjoy a good balance of travel and rest at home. Your home is where you make it.
Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?
I believe a dedication to continued education in the healing arts is required to offer a more accommodating healing practice.
How do you like clients to feel about the experience when they leave?
The most important thing to me, is making sure my clients leave in a better mood than they arrived in. Whether that is physical, mental or emotional.