By Lisa Lin, RMT, HHPR
“Treat children as though they have already achieved their own greatness. Do it enough and they will actually be all that they dreamed of becoming.” – Dr. Wayne Dyer
At Docere Wellness Centre, I provide services in massage therapy, reflexology and reiki to clients of all ages. I have begun to see more children in my practice and am a parent to 2 girls, 9 and 5 years old; I treasure the lessons they are always delightfully giving me. Here are the ones that stand out the most:
- What do children teach us about ourselves?
- If they are acting out – I know this is a challenge, but something is amiss. They are struggling – do you know why?
- Get down to their height instead of towering above. They will feel respected and acknowledged.
- Be present – listen, pay attention and breathe. You don’t have to have all the answers. If you can’t listen at that moment, say so and set aside time afterwards to be present.
- Everything really will be ok.
- Children carry so much wisdom that they will share with the world as they come into their own.
- If you are raising children – you get to decide how to do it, you don’t have to follow an old map if you don’t agree with it. You can choose health and love above all else.
- Children love play, time with you and attention. Nothing makes them happier!
- There are numerous resources of support – you don’t have to go it alone. Health, school, behaviors, it can be a minefield to manage somedays and you don’t have to figure out how to do it all on your own.
- The answers are always found in love.
Massage Therapy Practice Calgary
Having my own children has taught me how important the footprints we land on this earth truly are. Children require presence, love, kindness and encouragement to grow into who they are meant to be and what role they are to play in this world. I have met many children since becoming a parent and see the amazing promise and beauty each little person has in them to share. I am very committed to being a voice on their behalf so that they are heard and pathways are cleared where they can shine their brilliance on the world as they grow. Children are very in tune with what they need, and will articulate that if they feel it is important. When I am working with a child at the office or am being a parent, I simply deem it my job to listen, be present and do the work that I do, recognizing the unique gifts each child brings forth.
In my massage therapy practice I do see children of a variety of ages and for many different reasons. Although young and generally heal quickly with the right support, they can have their struggles. Cognitive and developmental issues, sports training, stress from school and family situations, injuries and sometimes chronic health conditions can be experienced by children of all ages. Massage therapy calms the nervous system, soothes, releases tension and gives growing young people a sense of body awareness and safe care. If your children have a health insurance plan, often there is coverage for massage therapy, which helps make care accessible when needed. Docere Wellness Centre direct bills insurance companies. There are numerous families and children visit Docere’s practitioners, to receive care, education and support to live healthy, active lives.
Look after your health today and in the future. Improve your lifestyle and live healthily with your children. Start now!