"Why Can’t I Relax, Even When I Want To?”

Why Can’t I Relax, Even When I Want To?”

Ever found yourself on the massage table, wanting to relax, but your body just won’t let go? You’re not alone — and there’s a good reason for it.

Our nervous system is constantly scanning for signs of safety or danger, even if we’re not aware of it. If your body has been under stress for a long time, it can get “stuck” in protection mode. This means tension lingers, even when you’re trying to unwind.

How Can Massage Help?

In my sessions, I use techniques that gently signal to your nervous system that it’s safe to relax, like:

Slow, soothing touch to calm the body’s alarm system.

Breath awareness to shift from “fight or flight” into rest and repair.

Vagus nerve support to promote a deep sense of calm.