Find more about how to incorporate facial massage on my Instagram and website!There is no better time to restore focus to your self-love practice.  You’re in the right place today if you're looking for holistic self-care practices that go beyond surface-level solutions and want to foster a deeper connection with yourself.Facial massage has proven to be a powerful conduit to wholeness and well-being across time and culture. With roots deeply embedded in ancient healing traditions spanning diverse civilizations, from China to Egypt, this practice is more than just a beauty regimen (although that in its self it is deeply sacred; it is a timeless ritual of self-care and discovery. Passed down through generations, the art of facial massage has evolved, each culture infusing its unique touch into the pursuit of inner balance. The practice persists as a testament to the universal belief in the transformative power of mindful touch. Today, as we revive and embrace these ancient techniques, we connect with a shared human history, invoking the wisdom of our ancestors and reclaiming the ageless path to well-being through the gentle embrace of touch.By embracing facial massage as a regular practice, you will find that it quiets the chatter of an overactive mind, allows you to release the energy of anything else from earlier in the day, and assists in dropping into deeper states of relaxation. By the end of this podcast episode, my hope is that I have inspired you to take action by incorporating facial massage into your bedtime wind-down tonight.  So let’s go.There will be an episode in the near future on the benefits of facial massage on your physical body, but equally important are the effects of facial massage on the emotional and energetic body.  This is one of my favorite activities to engage in right before bed to release the energy from the day and prepare myself for restful sleep.Here is what makes it so great for your emotional and energetic body: * Stress Reduction:* Face massage requires you to be focused on what you are doing and present in the current moment.   The gentle, rhythmic movements signal to your brain that it’s safe to shift into a space of rest. Relaxation Response: * Reduction in Cortisol Levels: In the evening, cortisol must be low, but modern life can tamper with this natural hormone shift.  You can help reduce cortisol production by gently massaging your face as you are winding down for sleep. * Quiets an Overactive Mind* Face massage takes focus.  When done properly, you are also engaging in some focused breath.  Not only will many reflex points stimulated when thoroughly massaging the face naturally quiet a chattery monkey mind, but the repetitive, rhythmic movements naturally calm the internal dialogue. * Enhanced Mood:* Endorphin Release:* Facial massage, like any form of massage, can stimulate the release of endorphins. Endorphins are neurotransmitters known as "feel-good" hormones that can induce a sense of pleasure and well-being, ultimately improving mood.* Self-Care and Empowerment:* Incorporating facial massage into a self-care routine can contribute to a sense of empowerment and well-being. Taking time for oneself and engaging in activities that promote relaxation and self-care often leads to improved mood and emotional resilience.* Balancing Energy:Facial Reflexology and Energetic Meridians:* Informed by reflexology principles, massage harmonizes the body's energy, offering not only physical relaxation but also a sense of balance and vitality* In the context of facial massage, understanding energetic meridians becomes crucial, as these invisible pathways channel energy throughout the body, and by massaging the face, you positively impact the flow of vitality throughout your body. * Imagine your energetic meridians as the invisible network of underground rivers in the landscape of your body. Just like the hidden currents beneath the Earth's surface, your meridians carry the flow of vitality, unseen