Self-love is often framed as something surface-level, but real care goes deeper. In this piece, we explore self-compassion as a restorative practice rooted in consistency, support, and real life, while highlighting local businesses that share this grounded approach to care.

For bodies that don’t respond well to deep or aggressive bodywork, this blog shares why less intensity can lead to more relief and what supportive massage looks like for those with EDS, Chiari, and sensitive systems.

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