SARAH GAUDETTE'S – SIMPLE TECHNIQUES FOR REMOVING EVERYDAY STRESS AND MUSCLE TENSION
Seven-step meditation for spring
Review and plan your life for a more satisfying year
Spring is a potent season to look over the past and institute changes for the future. It is a good time to set clear goals, or intentions, that reflect your desires. This spring, let your impulses follow the growth you see in nature, and see how it affects your own perceptions and desires. To get started, try this... 
Massage reduces stress, boosts well-being
Research demonstrates benefits
Therapeutic massage has been used for stress and pain relief around the world throughout the ages. As long ago as the 5th century Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, wrote, "the physician must be experienced in many things, but assuredly also in rubbing."
Modern research, such as studies by the Touch Research Institute at the... 
Give the gift of massage
The perfect Valentine's present
"Our favorite gifts are the ones that allow us to express emotion and make us feel special," said gift expert and author of The Perfect Present, Robyn Spizman. "They are personal expressions of our feelings for each other."
One survey found that 46 percent of the respondents said that they think flowers and candy are too nonspecific to show someone... 
How stressed are you?
Take the first step in coping with stress
Are you tense much of the time? Do you have frequent headaches, neck or back aches? Or do you have trouble sleeping?
While stress is a given in life and may motivate us to do our best, learning to recognize when it is a problem is vital to feeling well. The effects of stress can creep up on you and are often the result of events or life... 
Quick tips for self-care
Take care of yourself between massages
Here are just a few things you can do to prolong the health-giving benefits of your massage between sessions.
1. Take time to relax. Arrange your schedule to include more down time. Go away for the weekend, or even just for an hour!
2. Drink water. Fluid is squeezed from your muscles during massage, and circulation is increased. Drinking water... 
Start the new year right!
Renew your commitment to good health
Now that the new year has begun, you may be making resolutions or enjoying the memories of good times at the holidays. No matter what, remember to take good care of yourself during the short days and colder weather of winter.
Honor the moods of winter
Starting with the bustle of the holidays, many people find it hard to stick to their wellness... 
Tips to make the most of your massage
Are you anxious about your social and family obligations this holiday? Having trouble taking time for yourself? Many people cancel their massage appointments this time of the year -- just when they need it most. But massage can be the best gift you give yourself.
Massage can help you let go, breathe deeply, and bring you back to balance. Massage is known for its... 
Massage improves immune function
Studies show benefit in different circumstances
There is mounting evidence that massage therapy supports the immune system. Research among groups of people in different situations showed that massage increased the activity of natural killer cells, white blood cells that can attack tumors.
Four studies completed by the Touch Research Institute (TRI) at the University of... 
Six tips to help you relax
The holidays bring the fun -- and the pressure -- of parties, family gatherings, and gift-giving. You may do too much, carry too many groceries and gifts, and worry about meeting everyday responsibilities and seasonal expectations. This can lead to aching shoulders, a stiff neck or low back pain, as well as sore arms and feet. Here are some tips for relaxation during this busy... 
Vacations are important. They provide a balance to our lives. They are not simply a luxury because there is increasing evidence showing that taking vacations is important for good health.
In a NY Times article written by Alina Tugend a study is discussed that was published in 2000. The study looked at 12,000 men over a nine year period who were at high risk for coronary heart disease. Those who didn't... 
Sarah Gaudette is the owner and massage therapist at her practice, Paradise Therapy. Before going to massage school, Sarah graduated from Johnson State College in Vermont with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology in 2002. Afterward, she worked as a Counselor for a Mental Health Agency. Sarah went on to graduate from Florida College of Natural Health in Orlando, Florida where she received her diploma in Therapeutic Massage in 2005. Sarah is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and a Reiki Master. She received her certification for Reiki 1 in 2002, Reiki 2 in 2008 and her Reiki Master (Reiki 3) certification in October 2011. Sarah specializes in Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage. She believes that massage does not need to be painful in order to be effective. Her slow massage strokes and techniques allow the muscles to relax so that the deeper muscle layers can unwind without damage. Sarah is also well accomplished in Reiki Energy Work, Reiki-Massage, Combo Massage, Foot Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage and Prenatal Therapy. Her work in day spas before becoming a business owner influenced her in creating the mini-indulgences as well as the Aromatic Body Polish, Shea Butter Body Wrap and Aloe Sunburn Relief treatment. She is excited that the business continues to grow every year and looks forward to many years to come.
