save this to come back to later đŤ (not your typical) gua sha tutorial đŞ pls read below: i find the tutorials where you do 10 specific movements 5-10x a bit rigid and uninspiring for a ritual as wonderful as gua sha. connecting with yourself in an intuitive way can be so much more enjoyable, relaxing, and nurturing to the soul. as long as you understand the âwhyâ behind the movements and the typical pattern/motions you want to follow, you can just flow đ and the rejuvenation you feel after is *chefâs kiss* this to know: ⢠begin on the chest, spend time working on the neck, move up to your face and slowly back down to finish. ⢠start with a few medium pressure strokes, follow with slower, light pressure strokes. spend extra time where it feels good for you, or where you feel more tension. ⢠use a light amount of oil, you donât need to be drenched, but the stone needs to glide easily. ⢠this practice can have a profound impact on your nervous system, be prepared to feel sleepy, at ease, and more grounded! perhaps youâll experience deeper sleep, more regulated digestion, and lower stress levels while implementing this more regularly :) ⢠decreased muscle tension, increased blood flow, and lymphatic drainage are all super beneficial to the health of your skin. regular practice can reduce congestion, breakouts, dullness, puffiness, fine lines, etc. ⢠you may experience a more âliftedâ or i would say softer/ relaxed expression. this massage has aesthetic benefits as a plus, but itâs much more than just a tool to sculpt your face. ⢠yes, you can flow and do your thing but be gentle with your muscles, donât use too much pressure as youâre just getting started. your body will still respond to light pressure. soreness can occur the next day if you push it. ⢠keep your shoulders down and relaxed, use this time to take big, deep breaths. ⢠set. the. vibe! đŤ light a candle, incense, turn the lights down, play music that calms you, lean into enjoyment. if youâve been put off or overwhelmed by the structured nature of online gua sha tutorials, i hope this encourages you to sit down and explore some of the benefits this massage has to offer đď¸
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