Why I became a Massage Therapist:

I always had a fascination with bodywork, but never found the opportunity to study it until I moved to Northern California.  It was like being a kid in a candy store….so many really amazing people to learn from and to study with – I just had to explore the field. Through that exploration, I discovered that I had a knack for it, and here I am almost 12 years later doing what I love. 

My favorite form of Massage / Bodywork is…

I love all types of bodywork.  I tend to stay away from “energy” type work.  Not that it’s not ‘real’; it’s just not my thing.  I like to explore muscles and how they move.  I really love deep work and Tui Na, of course. 

Tui Na is an Asian form of bodywork that resembles what most people are familiar with as ‘Swedish’ massage work.  Its intent is more therapeutic than relaxing, and allows me to focus on many ‘chronic pain’ types of issues.  It’s particularly great for the back, neck and shoulders – and can even help with issues like insomnia, constipation, headaches (even migraines) and the chronic tension associated with high levels of stress.  I am really lucky to be one of very few Tui Na practitioners in Indiana, and my guests come back to me because of it.

What is the public’s biggest misconception about Massage Therapy?

First, that it’s only something the privileged and ‘wealthy’ enjoy!  Massage Therapy is one of the most basic forms of caring for yourself, and my guests come from a very diverse variety of backgrounds… from retirees to factory workers to high-level executives.

Secondly- of course -there is NO “happy ending” during a bodywork treatment!  It’s nearly 2012 people, time to wake up and embrace the benefits of bodywork, it’s not about sex!  If you’re ever unsure about a therapist, ask to see their credentials and license.  Indiana finally came around a few years ago and required all ‘Professional’ Massage Therapists to hold state licensure.

Best health benefits I have witnessed with regular massage therapy:

I have seen so many over the years.  Sure, I see people who used to have shoulder impingement’s or hip problems start to be able to move, or relief from Carpal Tunnel, but what I have found to be the biggest health benefit to receiving regular massage is that people become aware of their bodies.  They start to make a mind body connection and realize that you don’t always need surgery or drugs to “fix” things.  Sometimes we just need to become aware of ourselves and start connecting to our bodies. 

My favorite Spa product is?

Aveda Blue Oil  [Aveda's stress-relieving blue oil helps dissolve tension and raise energy levels with the balancing aromas of refreshing peppermint and soothing blue chamomile.]

What are the best things a guest can do to get the most benefit from massage?

Breathe during your massage- nice big belly breaths.  It helps you relax and ‘let go’ – which helps me get deeper into the muscle.

Water, water, water, water after your massage… (You may want a glass of wine, but it’s not the best choice – there’s that ‘body awareness’ again!)

Contact us at Ology North to reserve your session with Shannon.

Info@ologyspa.com / 317.814.4100

Later in life, our paths crossed by chance at a local store when we were both out with our children.  After that day and I knew GOD had brought her back to me. I watched our lovely little girls play like they knew each other for years. I knew I would marry her. I invited her to church that week where she was saved and baptized, and ended her substance abuse cold turkey  ”clean to this day with no desire to turn back”.

Blending our two extended families has sometimes been a challenge! . She cares for our four children on a daily basis, and has been faced with difficulties and depression since she was a child. She lost her figure for the sake of our children and she is a stay home mom who starts beauty college next month . I won’t list all the things she does as a mother and wife because common sense tells us what all a mom of 4 does from morning to night. 

To get a special day to herself and to look beautiful would mean a lot more to her than just a pampered day; she would remember it for life. She deserves way more than I can provide on a blue collar wage. She needs a break. Please consider her for this gift.

Thank You Very Much,

Jason

While getting married at a young age and becoming pregnant soon after, she did not let that stop her drive to succeed.  After my brother and I were born my mother went to night school so she could get a degree to support her family.  She worked hard during the day and left work to go straight to school even though it must have been hard leaving two young ones at home. 

My whole life my mother has always given to her family before herself.  She would go without as long as everyone else was taken care of.  She worked for a company for over 15 years and recently got laid off because of a company merger. 

I want to nominate my mother because she would never nominate herself.  I want to give back to her for all the times she has helped me out.  She has worked so hard to help me with school expenses even when money was tight and many other things when I was younger.  She deserves a day to herself.  I love you mom.  This is why I believe she deserves a Total Mom Rejuvenation.

Submitted by:  Stephanie

Zandrea gave birth to our beautiful baby girl 4 weeks early on Oct. 21, 2010 only after being diagnosed with Preeclampsia and being bed ridden for 2 months. Her blood pressure was through the roof and she was unbelievable swollen. Following a difficult delivery,  Zandrea had to have surgery and a blood transfusion but made a good recovery.

We were set to move from Iowa to Noblesville IN one month after delivery and though she was still healing, Zandrea stayed strong and helped move and took great care of our little 4.3 pound baby girl Faith. 3 months later she started having more problems and ended up in the hospital and was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis. This caused her to lose a ton of weight and for about a month she could barely move off the sofa. She still did her best to take care of our baby and kept a smile on her face. She is doing better now but has been through so much in the past 6 months she deserves a treat. Unfortunately I am not working yet since the move so this is a good opportunity for me to give back to her.

She is a truly amazing mother and person.

Submitted by: James ]]> http://www.ologyspa.com/blog/entry-for-zandrea-k/feed/ 0 http://www.ologyspa.com/blog/entry-for-laurie-r/ http://www.ologyspa.com/blog/entry-for-laurie-r/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 13:10:20 +0000 abradleystutz http://www.ologyspa.com/blog/?p=360 To the Wonderful Staff at Ology:

I am writing in response to the request for nominations for the “Total Mom Rejuvenation Contest” seen in the Current. I am nominating my wife, Laurie R. Laurie is the loving mother of 2 beautiful young children, ages 7 and 4, a very caring wife to me and a generous caregiver to her mother who now lives with us in Westfield.

Due to a very hectic schedule and a vast geographic area I cover for my company, Laurie is forced to deal with every daily dilemma that occurs in running a household and raising a family by herself. In addition to working full-time as a teacher, she also manages to run the kids to the doctor, sporting events and church activities. When I am away she has to have the kids ready, drop them off at daycare by 7:00am, work till 3:00pm, run as many errands as possible, pick the kids up by 4:00pm, dinner at 6:00 followed by homework and bath time.

Laurie’s father passed away in January and her mother moved in with our family in February, adding to her list of responsibilities.

I try to find ways to relieve her stress and provide time for relaxation, but it seems there is always something “else” we have to do.  My wife does an excellent job juggling all of her responsibilities and somehow has managed to stay sane over the years.

Submitted by: Jeff

On top of being a mother of 2, Crystal works 40+ hours a week and for the past several months she has been training to run the mini marathon in Indianapolis. Our girls are active in dance, soccer, swim and tee ball and she does not miss any of their activities. 

Crystal is always on the go and would rather do something for her family then herself.  Crystal very seldom has time just for herself to relax and is so deserving of this relaxing, revitalizing and rejuvenating week.  Thanks for your time.

Submitted by: Bryan

I had lots of restrictions growing up as a kid. I couldn’t do as most other kids. My Mom was always there for me, no matter what. I went in for open heart surgery at Riley Hospital when I was 8 years old. She was there the whole time, night and day, good and bad. She washed my hair for me, got me anything I needed.  I was in the hospital close to a week, came home and she was there through the recuperating process.

I am 33 now and still have a very close relationship with both of my parents, My Mom is my inspiration and if I end up being just as great and caring as her, I will have made a very great accomplishment  in my life. As she grows older, I will be there throught thick and then. I won’t ever leave her side because she never left mine.