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It was incredible! The video can barely capture it. I would say sunset was more visually striking because I just love the dramatic moody colors, but the sunrise was a better experience overall because we had more time up there afterwards (when we went for sunset it got dark after obviously and we had to come back down rather quickly). Either way you’re going to be awesome struck! Enjoy ☀️

Awesome! So glad it was helpful to you! I get “picked on” a lot for being obsessive with my packing/planning and preparations bc so many (especially festival goers) are more go with the flow kinda folks 😂 but I find it easier to relax and enjoy the festival when I’ve got good preps!

Glad it was helpful!

I’m glad you enjoyed the video!

I’m glad it was helpful for you 😊

Fantastic! I’m so glad to help!

I hope the transition goes well for you!

Some people do, and I think it’s a great idea when you are first starting out. At this point I do not require it because all of my clients are regulars who have been coming for many years and I trust them.

I feel very safe because I work in an office building with several other businesses. I am never really “alone” with a client except my late evening appointments. For those appointments I never see anyone who I do not know well and trust.

I’m so glad it helped! Make sure to take care of yourself and find a good balance! It’s so easy to burnout in this industry. 🥰

Awesome! I hope the move went well!

I do have a video on this specific topic! If you search my RUclips or look specifically at the Massage Therapy Playlist you will find it!

Honestly, back when I was building my business fb marketplace was not yet a thing. I always just posted ads in my local “for sale groups”. Or any local pages that allowed posts of that sort. So perhaps trying there for your own community will give you better results!

Also I think it’s probably the phone number causing you issues on marketplace. Try posting with an email contact instead?

You’re welcome 😊

I may have a touch of OCD 😂 but it truly benefits me in these type of situations. I love knowing I have everything I need- and can provide for others who may have forgotten something also. I’m definitely a “rave mom” lol. I’m so glad you found the video helpful! What festival are you prepping for?

You’re welcome! I hope it was helpful.

You’re welcome! I’m so glad!

I certainly can’t speak for ALL Americans, lol, but personally We like to be safe, comfortable and prepared. I feel more relaxed and have more fun when I pack this way. We are usually at a festival for around 5 days and that’s long enough for me to feel justified in the amount of effort I put into packing. Most of it we absolutely make use of, and other things are “I hope we don’t need this but want to have it just in case”. I also don’t like bothering other people for things that I should have brought myself- which is honestly all too common amongst folks who have a really lax attitude when it comes to packing. Obviously you are free to do what you want, and I’m not really sure why you felt the need to comment here- if you think it’s too much, don’t follow the advice. Commenting what you did really only serves the purpose of being rude and judgmental- maybe save your energy for more productive and positive interactions?

Thank you for taking the time to comment. I’m so glad the information was helpful for you! ♥️

Omg!! Definitely do NOT want this happening!! So sorry you had that experience.

The names of all the songs are listed in the video description. 😁

Glad it was helpful!

I appreciate your perspective! Im glad you have found a spiritual path that truly fulfills you! I do read the Bible and believe Jesus was a very wise and kind hearted man who was divinely connected- but I am not a Christian. I believe in a much older and more ancient truth, a pulse that runs beneath the surface of it all and connects each and everything in existence. I am grateful that we all are free to know our own truth. Many blessings to you! ❤️

I’ve been lucky that has never happened. But I also have a husband who works and his income would cover my rent if need be. Last summer I actually had a spinal injury and was out of work for several months and his job was the only way we were able to get by. Lots of sacrifices but we survived!

Wishing you all the best on your journey!

So glad to help!

We don’t leave it outside or even throw it away, I collect it back up and shove it in my camel bak. I actually reused it as a part of my winter village decorations later that year lol. And then reused it again to make a giant spider web decoration at home the following Halloween. It’s still in a box in my shed! But aside from that it’s a really fun way to connect with others in the crowd and make great memories 😊

I buy from a company called Azure standard! It’s a really fantastic company and they sell tons of grocery items!

That’s another great option thanks for mentioning it!

So glad to help!

It’s gone up over the years and honestly varies from client to client depending on the service I’m offering and their particular needs. Usually around $65 an hour which is still on the lower end for my area- but many of my clients are retired and living on SSI so I try to be affordable!

That’s so sad to hear!! The cabin I stayed in on this trip was also destroyed in a flood, wonder if it was the same one.

@@AMothersNature ,. Where was the cabin? If it was on 276, on the Waynesville side of the Parkway, I'll guarantee it was.. Everything over there was destroyed.

@@unitedwestand5100 im not super familiar with the area so I can’t say the name of the road for sure- but it was very close to the road that led up to these falls. It is at a campground called “at the ridge” and they have several little cabins but that one specifically sat on a tiny little island between two forks of the French broad. I guess the river flooded and just washed it out. So sad because it was a cute little cabin and perfect for taking a break from the world and just being in my own thoughts and feelings for a few days ♥️

@@AMothersNature ,. Off 215, in Balsam Grove. The Resort is still there, and open.

@@unitedwestand5100 yea they have several other cabins but that particular one is no longer. It was technically cabin #1 at the time and it sat between the two forks of the river. Now they have just changed cabin #2 to be #1 .

I absolutely think you can make the space work for you! As long as it is clean and cozy feeling, has convenient access to a bathroom and feels safe you are good to go! The energy that you bring to the experience is what keeps people coming back. I honestly think you are better off saving money and using a space that you can afford rather than trying to find something more aesthetically pleasing and getting yourself in a financial hole. You want to keep overhead as low as possible and focus on your craft! Wishing you all the best!

​@AMothersNature you are so kind for replying to me. The building is abit old, leading down the stairs I see it would need a fresh coat of paint and there is nothing but an area rug outside of the small rooms to rent, so I could perhaps add a couple of chairs there and abit of deco. I worry about not having a window as well. And you are right as the other spaces I saw for rent are literally 1 thousand dollars more per month, that would make no sense, I would just be working to pay the rent. Another downfall is that there are 3 massage places on that street that are nice, 2 of them are spas and expensive. A friend told me it would be too much competition, wondering what you think. My massage teacher told me that there are many hair dressers too but each of them still find their clienrs so we can't let the competition discourage us. If they enjoy the service and the massage is good in a safe amd comfy spot, they will probably come back. Yes it has access to a bathroom, not inside the small office but out in the waiting area. Thank you again, love your chanel and how encouraging you are.

​@@AMothersNaturebrilliant advice it's the energy and vibe that the massage therapist gives people like nice calm people with that zen feel.

@@FollowingJesus17 absolutely! The energy we bring to the space sets the tone for the session. It’s so important to be grounded and to hold a space that is welcoming and calming to bring about a healing atmosphere 🥰

Wishing you all the best!

Thank you! 😊

I’m so glad you are feeling inspired! It’s great that you are going to start your own business! It really does give you so much flexibility and freedom and the ability to make the career fit into your lifestyle/wants and needs. Be sure not to overload your schedule- charge a fair and reasonable price and you should not have to cram too many into your schedule each week. Also focus a lot on your own body/mind/spirit and make sure you’re filling your own cup!! Wishing you the best on this new chapter and hoping that it all unfolds just exactly as you want it to! 🥰

Omg that sounds amazing!! Will definitely have to try it out!! I’m a sucker for any occipital work, that’s where most of my stress likes to go. So glad your clients enjoyed the stretch! It’s hard to do with proper body mechanics- as you can see in the video I’m definitely not being very cautious of that! But it’s absolutely something I’ve been working on since last summer because I injured my neck. Honestly watching this video back made me cringe so many times because I realize how horrible my posture has been while working for so many years!! I hope you are being more aware of it than I was!! ❤

@@AMothersNature Oh girl, my body hurts too and I’m sure if I watched a playback of myself, I’d have the same response. I am also working on body mechanics and trying to “stay in contact”with the body the entire time. I think feathering off the feet, hands, top head or shoulders for me is best. Lomi lomi is the closest to how my massage style of massage is.

@@angelasgreenarts9124 I want to learn Lomi lomi! Or just have it done 😊 looks so peaceful and relaxing!

I have many times, yes. It’s not much different than working on a person with a typical spinal structure- only that I may work more on the erectors and they often have a lot of lower back/gluteal/IT band tension. I find that it definitely has an effect on hip rotation and pelvic tilt. But truly every body is different in one way or another- so it’s really just a matter of becoming familiar with what each client needs during that particular session.

It’s all a matter of perspective and preference! I’m sure that many folks absolutely love working for a chain and have found that it adds to their experience and skill set. It has just never seemed a good fit for me! I’m glad you found the video helpful!

Yes, it’s always different! Even for the same clients or people who I see on a weekly basis- I will change the routine depending on what their needs are that particular day. Having to memorize a routine for testing purposes is understandable, of course- so just keep it simple and make sure to do a good variety of techniques (effleurage, cross fiber friction, tapotement etc). I’m sure they are looking more for your ability to fill the entire hour, and to address areas of tension/pain/discomfort. Let me know how it goes! Wishing you all the best!

Glad it was helpful!

I’m not sure what you mean- but I do know that basic biology is a requirement for Massage license in my state. I took this class in college, not high school.