tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63964939942359974562011-04-21T16:35:52.141-07:00Rick Pittsnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6396493994235997456.post-68481166047244552812008-01-08T11:12:00.001-08:002008-11-23T08:22:31.862-08:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_RpikG_YxL20/SSmCdcKf0XI/AAAAAAAAABQ/uIiHtSMfEXQ/s1600-h/PC067590.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_RpikG_YxL20/SSmCdcKf0XI/AAAAAAAAABQ/uIiHtSMfEXQ/s320/PC067590.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271888281101914482" /></a><div>We live in stressful times. While we have many problems to deal with the most important thing we have to do is take care of ourselves and find the peace of mind and courage to live and act rationally and not out of fear.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">At 49 I strive to set an example for my clients which demonstrates the benefits of a balanced program of exercise and  self care. </span></div><div><br />Massage and Exercise are two powerful tools to overcome depression and the cumulative effects of stress.<br /><br />I've been practicing massage in Richmond Va since 1996. I'm also a personal trainer and hypnotherapist. <br /><br />I feel this background <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">allows</span> me to bring a different perspective to your massage session.<br /><br /><strong><br /></strong></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">A good massage is about making a connection between the client and therapist. </span><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>It's a relationship of trust which grows over time. When I work with a new client I strive to begin to forge that relationship by getting to know as much of what they feel comfortable sharing with me emotionally and physically. After all, the stress we hold is as much the result of psychological factors as physical.<br /></div><div><br />I bring a lot of different modalities to a massage, but I feel the best way to describe my approach is intuitive. I strive to be present with the client and interact with the problems and conditions they experience.<br /><br />In addition to massage, I often like to suggest stretches and exercises clients can use to help <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">achieve</span> better health and function. Some of my massage clients take advantage of training sessions to help them overcome muscle imbalances and flexibility problems which aggravate and cause chronic problems. After all, exercise is also a great way to take care of yourself.<br /><br /><strong style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size:130%;">If you are interested in exploring the benefits of therapeutic <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">massage</span> , I'd like to schedule a session for you.<br /><br /></span></strong><span style="font-size:130%;">I am currently accepting new clients who are available to schedule Monday -Thursday between: 9:00 am and 8:30 pm </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;">Sessions are by appointment: </span><span style="font-size:130%;"> please call or drop me an e mail if your interested in setting up a session, or visit my web site for more information on me and my programs<br /></span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.actualizeu.com/">www.Actualizeu.com</a><br /><br />804-359-5581<br />Actualizeu@yahoo.com</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/6396493994235997456-6848116604724455281?l=actualizemassage.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Rick Pittsnoreply@blogger.com0