deanstlouis's Massage Interview
Why did you become a Masseur?
Originally it was the added income, but I soon discovered that I enjoy meeting and getting to know people, and making them feel good. I like pleasing men, as simple as that may sound.
I enjoy the physical aspects of the work, of course, and figuring out where I can take a client during his session.
Ultimately it's understanding the man and his body, and doing what I can to relax him and provide a pleasurable experience.
Another thing I enjoy about my work is the wide variety of men I meet. Single men, couples, travellers, people from all walks of life. I've had some very interesting conversations with many of them - those who want to talk after a session. Some prefer to relax and go to bed, so I make myself scarce.
How would you like someone that contacts you for a massage to feel when they leave?
I want them to feel relaxed and having spent an enjoyable time with me. Sated and hopefully looking forward to another encounter.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to be a Masseur?
It is more than learning the motions, the pressure, anatomy and technique. You need to be in tune with the individual, picking up the subtle clues that lead you on the way to creating the perfect encounter for him.
Empathy, or intuition; it's important to know how to focus your attention and respond to those subtle clues.
Some people say that being a Masseur is addictive. Would you miss your Masseur days ?
I have taken time off over the years, stepping away from massage, and am surprised how much I missed it when I return. If that makes sense. I enjoy the personal connection with men and tailoring each encounter to the person. When I take time off I find myself thinking about it on occasion, and when I return, placing my ads and seeing my regulars, I find I'm happy to be doing it again.
How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?
I enjoy travel as well as quality time at home. I'm going to be traveling a lot more in the coming year and looking forward to seeing both familiar and new places.
How long have you been a Masseur and how long do think you'd like to continue?
I started twentysix years ago - can't believe it's been that long ago - and have taken time off on occasion for my other work. But I keep coming back to it. I'm looking forward to continuing for many years to come.
