Last week, we opened the door to a harder, often unspoken conversation about the darker side of the massage industry. If you joined me for that episode, you know just how important it is to bring those realities into the light.

This week, we’re continuing that conversation—but shifting into empowerment.

We’re diving deeper into boundaries: what they look like in practice, why they matter so much, and how I actively uphold them within my business. I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at the policies I’ve put in place to protect my energy, my safety, and the integrity of the work I do. These aren’t just rules—they’re the foundation that allows me to show up fully, grounded, and able to hold space for my clients in a healthy, sustainable way.

Whether you’re a fellow therapist, a client, or someone navigating your own boundaries in life, this episode is an invitation to reflect on what it means to honor yourself while still showing up with care and compassion.

Thank you for being here, for listening, and for being part of these real, meaningful conversations.

Last week, we kept things light and real with a day in the life of a solo massage therapist—what it looks like behind the scenes, the flow of sessions, and the heart that goes into the work.

This week, we’re shifting into something heavier—but incredibly important.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, inappropriate client behavior, and experiences that may be upsetting or triggering to some listeners. Please take care of yourself and listen at your own pace.

In this episode, I’m opening up about the darker side of the massage industry—the parts that don’t get talked about enough. We’re diving into the uncomfortable realities that some therapists face, the harmful expectations certain clients bring into the room, and why boundaries, safety, and respect are non-negotiable in this work.

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation meant to bring awareness, support fellow therapists, and help create a deeper understanding of what it truly means to hold space in a profession that is so often misunderstood.

As always, I’m so glad you’re here. Take what resonates, and take care of yourself as you listen.

What does a day in the life of a small-town massage therapist actually look like?

Not the polished version… not the highlight reel… but the real, in-between moments that don’t always make it to social media.

In this solo episode, I’m taking you inside my day-to-day life as a bodyworker—balancing clients, running a small business, keeping up with the pressure to stay visible, and trying to take care of myself somewhere in the middle of it all.

We’re talking about the good, the chaotic, and yes… the slightly unhinged moments that come with doing this work and living this life.

Because behind the calm treatment room is a very real human trying to stay grounded, avoid burnout, and keep showing up.

So come into the hobbit hole, pour yourself a cup of tea, and settle in for an honest look at what this life really feels like.