Is extensive training necessary for a Masseur in order to be successful?

Extensive training? No. A masseur's success, I believe, depends upon the connection he has with his client that provides a comfortable atmosphere for the massage to reach full effect. While having a lot of training, even just some training, is* beneficial to the quality of the massage; to discover your own technique and style outside the limits of what's expected has always worked for me. Extensive training is not necessary for a masseur in order to be successful - but this doesn't mean that he doesn't have to do anything.

Do you consider yourself a successful Masseur?

This depends on what a person considers "successful" to mean. For myself, I think "successful" should be less about me and more about the massage. In other words, I wouldn't ask if I am successful, but rather if the massage I gave was successful. If a client of mine feels relaxed, at ease, and relieved of tension and stress; then I consider that to be a successful massage. Whether or not I think I am successful is irrelevant because being a masseur is first and foremost ensuring that your client is satisfied. My techniques and my service are a means to that end. Therefore, considering myself to be a successful masseur is empty of value without the client's satisfaction, the true measure of success with massages.

How often do you travel? Do you prefer to travel or are you more of a homebody?

I travel as much as I can, so much so I made a commitment to myself in May of 2020 to go to someplace new that I've never been once a week and I've kept up with it for over 2 years. They tend to be shorter trips but I also enjoy travelling far, on longer trips too.

Traveling gives you a chance to experience something new, can a break from your daily life, and it allows you to view yourself outside of your environment to see how your environment affects you. You can learn a lot about yourself when traveling. It's a blank slate of sorts so its easier to step outside your tendencies and habits.

I like travelling with people but I almost prefer to travel alone, that way I can have the time to explore, moving at my pace, and experiencing things through my own eyes.... not to mention meeting new guys in a different location and that is easier to do alone. 🙃😇