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Highly qualified independent Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher, with over 20 years experience. Trained in India, Thailand, & the UK.

Offers private tailored & holistic services in Central Bath If you are: in pain; feeling tension and "sticky" in your muscles and joints; or are suffering with reduced mobility and/or an injury; are feeling depressed, sluggish, stressed, low energy etc; are feeling very busy minded, overwhelmed or confused; or feeling out of balance in any way, then Metta Yoga and Massage therapies will help you back to well-being.

15/10/2025

Unlocking the Power of Trigger Point Therapy

Feeling aching in your neck, shoulders, or lower back that just won’t go away? It might be more than just muscle fatigue, it could be a trigger point.

What is a Trigger Point?

A trigger point is a tight, tender spot within a muscle that can refer pain to other areas of the body. These points don’t just live in the muscle, they’re also connected to the surrounding fascia, the fibrous tissue that supports and links muscles, meaning tension in one area can ripple throughout the body.

How It Works

Trigger Point Therapy applies focused pressure to these spots, helping to release tension in both muscles and fascia, restore blood flow, and support better mobility and posture. It’s not just about easing pain, it’s about retraining your body to move freely and comfortably.

Why It Helps Your Body

By addressing both muscles and fascia, this therapy can:
• Relieve chronic pain and stiffness
• Improve posture and mobility
• Enhance circulation and tissue health
• Promote relaxation and overall wellbeing

Trigger Point Therapy offers a holistic way to relieve pain, and feel lighter, looser, and more balanced.

Book a session today and start moving with ease (link in bio).

14/10/2025

Reflective Journaling: Writing to Release Tension and Find Clarity

Sometimes the things we carry inside, the unspoken worries, looping thoughts, and unresolved feelings, start showing up in the body. A tight jaw. Heavy chest. Stiff neck. Sore shoulders.

Reflective journaling can help you release what you’ve been holding, bringing more clarity to the mind, lightness to the body, and calm to the heart.

It’s not about perfect writing, it’s about processing.
•Write freely about what’s present.
•Notice what emotions arise and where you feel them physically.
•Ask yourself gentle, curious questions: Why does this keep coming up for me?
•Revisit what you’ve written with compassion, not to judge, but to understand.

Then go a little deeper…
Start asking yourself critical and profound questions.
This is the heart of reflective journaling and sometimes the most uncomfortable part. It’s about getting real with yourself and exploring who you are beneath the surface.

Ask yourself:
•What do I value most in my life, and why?
•Who has been the biggest influence on my life so far?
•What do I really want to understand about myself, or the world, that I’ve never taken time to ask?

Through this process, what once felt stuck can begin to move. Your body unwinds and releases built-up tension, your thoughts soften, and you feel more connected to yourself again.

11/10/2025

Because Every Body Moves Differently

Ever feel lost in a group yoga class?
Maybe you’re not sure if you’re doing it right, or the pace feels too quick, or too slow. Perhaps you can’t hear the teacher clearly, or you can’t get into the posture being shown.

It can feel disheartening, &/or kind of embarrassing if your flexibility (or lack of!) makes certain poses feel out of reach. But you’re definitely not alone & this is exactly where private yoga lessons can make such a difference.

With one-to-one yoga lessons at Metta Yoga & Massage, everything is centred around you: your body, your coordination, your flexibility, your pace, & classes are created for what you have told us you want & need.

Need stress relief, we could put together a yoga class at a slower pace with a lot of stretch & relieve postures, & some passive postures, drawing on Hatha & Restorative Yoga. Want something to open up your hips, release your hamstrings, & strengthen your knee & ankle joints (perhaps you’re a runner) & we will create a class focused on these goals. We can really work on any physical, mental & emotional goals you like!

We give you the theory behind the practice, not just what to do, but why. Each session will help you find more ease, confidence, & stability in your practice.

Together, we can create a pace and style that truly suits you, whether you prefer a slower, more grounding practice or something more flowing & energising. Over time, you’ll discover what feels best in your body & what you actually enjoy.

You’ll also get personal, hands-on guidance and gentle accountability to help you stay consistent and know you’re practising safely & effectively.

And everything you learn can be taken into a priceless home practice, helping you build something steady & personal that grows with you over time.

Private yoga sessions are ideal if you haven’t got on with group classes, want something more personalised, want a class that’s fits in with your busy schedule, or if you simply want to deepen your understanding of yoga in a way that fits you.

Find out more or book your session at www.metta-yoga-massage.com.

08/10/2025

I have really felt the effects of “desk posture” since trying to study: that forward head and rounded shoulder posture, creating neck and upper back tension. A great way I have found to counteract it is with the Seated Cable Row 🏋️‍♀️

This exercise is excellent for developing the strength, size, and health of the back and overall upper body, improving posture, and relieving tension.

The Seated Cable Row exercise is good for:

1. Primary Muscle Development
This is a compound exercise that primarily targets the major muscles of the back:
• Latissimus Dorsi (Lats): The large muscles on the sides of your back that create a “V-taper” shape.
• Rhomboids and Trapezius (Traps): The muscles in the middle and upper back, crucial for pulling your shoulder blades together (scapular retraction).
• Rear Deltoids (Shoulders): The muscles on the back of the shoulders involved in the pulling motion.
• Secondary Muscles: The biceps and forearms are heavily engaged as secondary movers to flex the elbow and maintain grip on the handle.

2. Posture and Balance
The seated cable row is highly effective for correcting muscle imbalances and improving posture, which is vital for overall health.
• Combats “Desk Posture”: Strengthens the posterior chain, counteracting rounded shoulders from sitting at a desk or overtraining the chest.
• Improves Posture: Strengthens the mid-back muscles to pull the shoulders back and maintain a neutral spine.

3. Joint and Injury Prevention
• Shoulder Stability: Strengthens the lats and surrounding muscles for greater joint stability and reduced injury risk.
• Reduced Lower Back Strain: The seated, stabilised position places less stress on the lumbar spine compared to free-weight rows.

4. Functional Strength
• Functional Movement: Builds real life pulling strength.
• Core Engagement: Keeps your torso stable and spine neutral, increasing core stability.
• Grip Strength: Holding the cable improves grip and forearm endurance.

05/10/2025

The Power of Creative Accountability

My favorite kind of accountability: Creative Writing Mornings

For a few hours, my friend works on her novel, I chip away at my sitcom script, and together we silently hold each other to the page. We try (and often fail 😆) to stop talking and just focus.

But it’s not just about the writing, it’s about making the time. The simple act of showing up in a calm, beautiful space together inspires creativity and nurturing momentum.

If you have been meaning to start that project, the one that you have been meaning to get going with for so long, this must be your sign!

Sometimes, all you need is the right space, a cup of coffee, and a ‘silent buddy’ to support and motivate your goals!

02/10/2025

Posture awareness

Well-being Tip: Posture Awareness

Check in with your posture. Are your shoulders creeping up? Is your jaw tight? Take a moment to unclench your jaw, roll your shoulders back, externally rotate your upper arms, squeeze your shoulder blades together towards your spine, and lengthen your spine so that it is upright and not in flexion. Breathe deeply for a few minutes and notice how this posture reset feels.

Small adjustments prevent bigger aches and pains and reduce accumulating tension from poor posture and repetitive movements.

01/10/2025

Nourishment isn’t just about food, it’s about who you share it with. At last, a slow Sunday spent with friends, laughter, and a wholesome roast, felt like the perfect reminder that rest and connection are as important as movement and work.

30/09/2025

Pregnancy Massage

Pregnancy is a very special journey, but it can also bring physical changes that leave the body feeling sore, tired, or tense. Pregnancy massage offers a safe, nurturing space to release discomfort and support overall wellbeing during this time.

Gentle, adapted techniques can help with:
• Reducing back, hip, and leg tension
• Improving circulation and easing swelling
• Supporting deeper rest and relaxation
• Creating a moment of stillness to connect with your changing body and baby

Each treatment is tailored to your individual needs, with care and sensitivity.

Taking time to slow down and receive support can make a big difference, for both you and your little one.

25/09/2025

The Awareness Exercise

It is recommended that you practise the exercise twice each day.

The exercise is a simple practice which is very old, and helps in gaining the ability to
become truly still. This ability to become truly still helps to bring about a greater
depth of experience, and so the stillness that is sought is not just stillness at a physical
level, but also stillness of the heart and mind.

I learnt this exercise on a philosophy course I am currently taking. Until now, I have never really explored philosophy in depth, but it is already opening my eyes and shifting my perspective.

Philosophy is, at its heart, the love of wisdom. It invites us to pause, step back from the day-to-day, and ask bigger questions about life, meaning, awareness, and how we live.

For me, it feels like a way to expand the mind beyond immediate concerns and tune into something more spacious.

16/09/2025

Exploring the body through different lenses, whether it’s the study of a pose in a life drawing class or the mindful movements of a yoga practice, helps us cultivate a deeper connection to ourselves. This week, I returned to my first life drawing class since college, and it reminded me how enjoyable it can be to simply slow down and see the body as both form and expression (also super mindful).

At Metta, we believe in a holistic approach to wellbeing, where you honour the body as a work of art. Metta’s services, including posture assessments, massage, facials, and private yoga classes, are designed to help you find alignment, relieve tension, and bring a greater sense of presence and clarity to your life.

Discover your path to and self-care and wellbeing with us. Learn more about our offerings and book your next session via the link in the bio or here: www.metta-yoga-massage.com.

15/09/2025

Bonus: For Processing Your Emotions -
Break the Cycle With Curiosity, Not Criticism

“Old wiring” makes us ask, “What’s wrong with me?” but criticism reinforces shame. Curiosity shifts you into a learning mode.
How to do it:
* Replace “why am I like this?” with “what is this emotion trying to tell me?”
* After each episode, do a debrief:
- What happened (facts)?
- Where did I feel it?
- What emotion did I name?
- What need did I identify?
- What small skill can I try earlier next time?
This debrief keeps you growing instead of spiraling. It’s okay if this feels new or uncomfortable. You are practicing something you were never shown, and that matters.

Processing emotions isn’t about controlling or fixing them. It’s about practicing skills that help you:
* Pause before reacting
* Notice how emotions show up in your body
* Put words to your feelings
* Regulate without suppressing
* Identify the needs

If you’re neurodivergent, emotions can feel confusing or hard to pin down, but it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. Your brain processes signals differently. Try external supports that take pressure off your memory and guessing. Keep a simple feelings menu or chart with words, colors, or even emojis you can point to. Use a short checklist of 2-3 tools you know work for you so you’re not scrambling in the moment. Sensory supports like a weighted blanket, noise-canceling headphones, or gentle movement breaks can make emotions easier to ride out.

13/09/2025

Step 5 For Processing Your Emotions:
Ask Yourself: What Need is This Feeling Pointing To?

Emotions are messengers; they highlight a need, often one you weren’t allowed to have growing up.

Examples:
* Anger → I need respect or space.
* Sadness → I need comfort or support.
* Fear → I need safety or clarity.
* Shame → I need acceptance or repair.

How to do it: Write one sentence: “Because I feel [emotion], I likely need [need].” Then, choose one action you can take within the next 24 hours that moves you closer to meeting that need.

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The Lansdown Clinic, 1 Lansdown Road
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Monday	9am - 7:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 7:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 7:30pm
Thursday	9am - 7:30pm
Friday	9am - 7:30pm
Saturday	9am - 7:30pm
Sunday	9am - 3pm

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