Archive for October 23rd, 2007
Assume Nothing
23 October 2007Often we assume we know what something is, or what it feels like because we described or felt it before. One size tee shirt does not fit all and one massage therapist cannot fit the needs of every person that walks into their treatment room. Even a request for a “relaxation” massage doesn’t necessarily tell you exactly what a client wants to get out of the massage.
Just because our personal or trained definitions are something we have felt or described does not mean every one is in compliance.
Keep this in mind for your intake interviews, never assume and always be open to what your client has to say. I have a disclaimer: please let me know if at any time during the massage you need something changed, let me know and I will try to accommodate your request.