Got it! Thanks, I am starting over and really needed it. Especially the portion on imposter syndrome and the pizza. I am a phenomenal practitioner who does not need to discount my services into dust, or accept dismal wages from businesses that don't understand or care about the value I provide to their clients. Been following for years and I'm genuinely proud of, and happy for you!
3 years ago
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Yes!!! Can’t wait to read! I just opened my own business a few months ago, to much success! But I’m still coming off of a lot on injuries from the spa field. I think this will help in so many ways. Thank you! ☺️♥️
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This couldn't have come out at a better time for me. I had to set some firm boundaries with a challenging client earlier today, and I could use some guidance. Thanks for all you do, man. Already ordered the paperback!
3 years ago
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Wow! So excited. I’m struggling with all of those you mentioned😔Really needed one. Thank you for wonderful work
3 years ago (edited)
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I’m not a massage therapist but as someone with chronic pain in need of massages I think I could benefit from this book. I hope you wrote about ticklish people like me!
3 years ago | 4
I just stumbled upon your community post and ordered your book for Kindle. 👈 Thanks for contributing all that you have to the massage therapy profession. Cheers!
3 years ago (edited)
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Immediately downloaded the Kindle app for my phone, purchased tour book and started reading! I so needed this. I’m a recent grad and have had a little time off. I’ve been second guessing my entire choice to join this profession and living a huge imposter syndrome life. The first chapter took me back to school and the basics. What I do know is that I am good at touch! I may not have or remember spiffy techniques yet but I have the desire to learn and care for people and this is enough to get me stated! 🥰
3 years ago
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This is great! Congratulations- I’m so excited to read it! Thank you for all your valuable lessons along the way.
3 years ago
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Downloaded your book to my kindle last night. Absolutely excellent reading. You have such a comprehensive understanding of this art. Your videos have helped me a lot in my beginners (level 3) Massage Course here in England. THANK YOU 🙏
3 years ago
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Just ordered mine. Thanks Ian, I love your content and am looking to going it alone now after 3 years in employment so your book couldn't have come at a better time for me!
3 years ago
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I love the title! Because it is! And I have often said that but you are a jewel in this industry...thanks!
3 years ago
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I’m definitely going to get this! You’re my favourite massage therapist. P.s you should do a spoken version - it would sell like hot cakes, but most people would be sleeping on the first 5 mins 😂
3 years ago
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Hi Ian, yey....just placed an order of your book and am super excited. I can't believe I have missed a whole year of it being out, and me having no clue it is! Been busy....that's my excuse, and I really don't spend time on YouTube or other social media sources. But today, late cancellation ftom client, I found myself going through your videos to recap on thing or two. I always love watching and listening to your explanations of techniques. Thank you for all your amazing work!
2 years ago
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That's exciting! Bonus points for the nice, catchy, and effotless title. :)
3 years ago
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I'm ordering it now, I've been following you since 2009🤗 congrats on your Book
3 years ago
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Massage Sloth
My book is out today! You can order it (and read a long sample) here: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HSV9JNY It’s about massage, communication, treating pain (and dealing with it yourself), and beating burnout. If that seems kind of broad… it is! This book is everything I know about being a massage therapist, with a special focus on living a life of quiet satisfaction.
Who is this book for? It’s for new massage therapists who are still trying to find their place in the massage world. Do you need to work for someone and give up 75% of your income for the first 5 years, or can you skip to the part where you’re paid what you’re worth? Is wrist pain and thumb pain a necessary part of the process, or can you skip that too? Why is pain so mysterious, and why aren’t you producing all those massage miracles that you see the gurus talk about?
It’s for long-time massage therapists too. Maybe you’re feeling stuck working for a terrible boss, or stuck in a routine that isn’t working for you. We’ll talk about how to branch out as a bodyworker and take those first steps toward a sustainable, satisfying business. We’ll face burnout head-on, putting out the little fires created by a chaotic work environment as well as tackling the big heavy blanket of disillusionment. You can recapture the magic of massage, and it can be easy and freeing!
It’s for my fellow anxious types and introverts. Massage is weird, and it can be a lot to handle when you get easily overwhelmed by thoughts of intimacy and difficult conversations. We’ll work through it together. We’ll talk about setting and enforcing boundaries, and what happens when they get fuzzy. I’ll walk you through an ideal first appointment with a new client, from the moment they walk in to easy re-booking. We’ll talk about creeper-proofing your practice, as well as simple, low-stress ways to rid your schedule of clients who are a poor fit.
If you’re a massage therapist or student, I think you’ll find something worthwhile here.
Thanks to everyone who buys it, whether you read it on your phone or in paperback form or projected on a movie theater screen (I like to imagine that at least one person reads books that way)! I also greatly appreciate any shares, word-of-mouth, lending to friends, holding book clubs, etc. I think this book has the potential to make the massage world a happier place, and I'm grateful to anyone who spreads the word! More videos are coming soon, but for now I think I'll do some brief hibernation. 😁😴
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