Saturday, January 28, 2012

probably-not-going-to-see-you-again-before-you-leave

Today, I started getting probably-not-going-to-see-you-again-before-you-leave hugs. It's very sad. Deep Root has closed its doors for the time being. We're simply closed for rennovation. And when we're back in business "Deep Root 2.0" will have even more to offer: primarily, Thai Massage. The principle of Deep Root is to combine the benefits of both yoga and massage; Thai Massage is the pinnacle of this philosophy. Through passive, assisted stretching, the techniques of Thai Massage simultaneously address muscles, connective tissue and joints. Fully clothed, the client lies on a mat on the floor as the therapist prods and stretches using not only hands but also elbows, forearms, knees and feet. Thai massage has taken off across the U.S. over the past twelve years. Among the many benefits of Thai Massage are the following: detixified and boosted immune system, increased circulation and decreased blood pressure, increased flexibility, improved posture and athletic performance. Thai Massage has proven to relieve suffering from arthritis, back pain, and chronic joint disorders. And beyond the physical realm, some claim that Thai Massage has helped to prevent illnes, alleviate degenerative diseases, and decellerate the aging process as well as build emotional balance, foster mental clarity, reduce anxiety, boost energy, develop discipline, and achieve better health and increased vitality. So, look forward to Springtime when you can book your first Deep Root Thai Massage.

Thursday, January 26, 2012

At exactly this time next week, I'll be flying over Saskatchewan on my way to Tokyo and ultimately, onto Bangkok. This trip has been in the works for over two years now and it's finally happening. I'm going to be spending a month in Chiang Mai studying Thai Massage. My international travel experience up until this point has been zilch so this is huge, huge, huge for me. I'm excited yet intimidated at the same time. Thank you to all of you who have helped guide me to this point. I hardly could have achieved it without your help.
Leaving behind all of my friends and the comforts of New York leaves me in a state of complete despair yet thoughts of this incredible, once-in-a-lifetime journey leaves me completely ecstatic. Just like everything in life, the dualities are what help us to stay balanced.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Flight Information

Wednesday, February 1st: Delta Flight 0173 12:50pm from New York ➤ 4:55pm in Tokyo [14 hours]

Thursday, February 2nd: Delta Flight 0283 6:20pm from Tokyo ➤ 11:55pm in Bangkok [7.5 hours]