Self-Care Blog

Person stretching outdoors with arms raised overhead, surrounded by soft green summer foliage.
By Ginny Hicks June 25, 2026
Feeling tense, tired, or stuck in go-mode? Try this simple body check-in at home and learn how massage can support your midyear reset in Huntersville, NC.
Stressed woman struggling to relax and unwind before booking massage therapy near Lake Norman, NC
By Ginny Hicks May 20, 2026
Struggling to relax even when you’re exhausted? Learn how massage therapy in Huntersville, NC can support your nervous system and help your body let go.
Photo of a female massage therapist strethcing a man's shoulder with a Thai massage technique
By Ginny Hicks May 1, 2026
Experience therapeutic massage with Thai-inspired stretching at Knead It or Knot Massage Therapy, serving Lake Norman and Huntersville. No extra charge.
A close up of a person getting a massage on their hand.
December 26, 2022
There’s no denying we’re in a difficult time. Not only are we dealing with a silent, invisible enemy, but we’re also seeing division among people on an extreme scale. My goal is to educate the public on the inclusivity of massage and bodywork; everybody can benefit from massage, and every person is welcome on my massage table...always.
A family is decorating a christmas tree in a living room.
December 12, 2022
It’s that time of year again. A time of celebration, family gatherings, holiday parties, gifting, traveling, and most of all, excitement. While many of us are thrilled and looking forward to the holiday season, that excitement is generally accompanied by STRESS. Stress to pick out the perfect dish, give the perfect gift, maintain a spotless house, show up to every party, and decorate our homes like Martha Stewart. So here’s a few tips to help you keep your holiday stress under control, so you can enjoy what the holidays are truly about.
A wooden table topped with christmas decorations and gifts.
November 28, 2022
The holidays are a time that we're all doing the most to show gratitude for those closest to us. We gather around large meals at Thanksgiving, catch up with those we don't get to see very often, watch football, joke with the cousins, and then at Christmas, we pour ourselves into thoughtful gift-giving. The problem is that there are so many of us who take this to an extreme level and forget about taking care of ourselves.
A group of people are sitting around a table eating food.
November 14, 2022
This time of year is a favorite for many. It’s a time where everyone is reflecting on the events of the year and how grateful they are for their health, life, family, and friends. But did you know that gratitude goes deeper than just a feeling? It truly affects how the mind and body function!
A man is teaching a woman how to stretch her arms in a gym.
October 31, 2022
Why they're both important for injury recovery:
Stairs decorated for halloween with pumpkins and hay bales
October 17, 2022
It’s that time of year. Fall, family gatherings, fellowship, and food are all things that make the last few months of the year a favorite for so many. Halloween parties are always super fun, but you can always guess what to expect at them. To mix things up, why not throw a Halloween spa party? You and your friends can still have festive fun while getting some much needed relaxation before the Holidays.
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