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Autumn Sunshine Massage

Certified & fully insured massage therapist specialising in Holistic, Menopause, Deep Tissue and Relaxation Massage.

I bring a women-only service from Carlisle to the Scottish Borders, where you can relax and unwind at home or in my cosy therapy room.

16/05/2026

There’s something extra special about bringing relaxation straight to someone’s home ✨

Today’s lovely client chose an at-home massage so she could fully unwind around her weekend plans… no rushing, no driving afterwards, just pure relaxation in the comfort of her own space 💛

Feedback like this means the world to me:

“My second massage with Autumn Sunshine today, at home this time as an alternate option to fit in with my weekend plans. I relaxed quickly; and had another great experience! This time without the drive. Highly recommend a home visit from Ruth 🙏🏼🙌🏽”

Creating calm, comfort and a little breathing space for women is exactly why I do what I do 🌿

Thank you for trusting me in your home and allowing me to be part of your self-care today ✨

14/05/2026

Some women are carrying so much right now…
The mental load. The pressure. The exhaustion of holding everything together while quietly falling apart inside.

And yet they still show up.
For their children. Their partners. Their work. Their families.
With a smile that hides how overwhelmed they really feel.

Mental Health Awareness Week is a reminder that you do not have to cope with everything alone.
You are allowed to be tired.
You are allowed to need support.
You are allowed to rest without earning it first.

There is strength in speaking up, slowing down, crying in the shower, cancelling plans, asking for help, or simply admitting “I’m not okay today.”

To every woman silently struggling behind the scenes… you are seen, you are valued, and you are absolutely not alone 🤍

12/05/2026

Autumn Sunshine Massage
Empowering women’s health through massage therapy ✨

This business means so much more to me than simply offering massages.

Autumn Sunshine Massage was created from a genuine passion for helping women slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with themselves again in a world that constantly asks us to keep going.

As women, we carry so much.
We care for families, support everyone around us, juggle responsibilities, push through exhaustion and often put ourselves at the bottom of the list. Over time, stress, tension, hormonal changes, poor sleep and emotional overwhelm can begin to affect both body and mind.

That’s why I believe massage is never “just a treat.”
It’s rest.
It’s support.
It’s healing.
It’s permission to pause.

Whether you need deep relaxation, relief from tension and aches, support through menopause, or simply an hour where somebody is looking after *you* for a change — my goal is for every woman to leave feeling calmer, lighter and more like herself again.

I’ve created a warm, safe and welcoming space where women can fully switch off without judgement, pressure or expectation.

Helping women feel better in their bodies and minds is truly at the heart of everything I do 💛

07/05/2026

You take care of everyone else without hesitation…
so why is it so hard to do the same for yourself?

So many women are running on empty and calling it “normal.”
Always thinking. Always planning. Always carrying the mental load.

You keep going because you have to… but your body keeps the score.

The tight shoulders.
The clenched jaw.
The restless sleep.
The feeling of being exhausted but unable to properly switch off.

Massage isn’t just about muscles relaxing.
It’s about giving your nervous system permission to finally feel safe enough to slow down.

To breathe deeper.
To soften.
To stop being in “survival mode” for just a little while.

Sometimes the most important thing you can do is pause long enough to let your body recover from constantly being needed by everyone else 💆‍♀️✨

You deserve care too 🤍

30/04/2026

✨ “I slept like a baby that night…” ✨

There’s something so powerful about giving your body exactly what it’s been asking for… and actually listening to it.

This beautiful review came in today after a 60-minute back, neck & shoulders massage — and it says everything I hope every woman feels when she leaves:
relieved, cared for, and completely at ease.

Whether you need gentle relaxation to switch off a busy mind…
or deeper, focused work to ease tension that’s been building for weeks…
your treatment is always tailored to you — your pressure, your preferences, your moment.

A calm space, no rush, no expectations… just time for you to soften, breathe, and let go.

And if a better night’s sleep just happens to follow… well, that’s a pretty lovely bonus 💛

Message me if your shoulders have been quietly asking for this… I promise I’m listening.

28/04/2026

You’re the one everyone relies on…
The one who remembers everything, does everything, holds everything together.

But who’s looking after you?

Running on empty might feel normal—but it’s not how you’re meant to live.

Taking time out for a massage isn’t indulgent.
It’s not selfish.
It’s necessary.

Because when you give yourself that space to rest, reset, and breathe… everything else feels lighter.

A calmer mind.
A softer body.
More patience. More energy.

You can’t pour from an empty cup—but you can refill it.

And you’re allowed to start now ✨️💛

23/04/2026

Sunshine, fresh air… and your massage comes to you ☀️

Today’s client chose something a little different—her massage set up right on the patio, soaking in the beautiful weather while I brought everything needed for a deeply relaxing treatment.

No rushing out. No driving home afterwards. Just stepping straight back into your own space… calm, grounded, and completely at ease.

This is the beauty of mobile massage—your home, your comfort, your moment.

✨ Garden or patio set-up in the sunshine
✨ A calm, cosy space indoors if you prefer
✨ Time that fits around you

If you’ve been feeling tense, overwhelmed, or like everyone else comes first… this is your gentle nudge to do something for you.

Because relaxation feels even better when you don’t have to go anywhere for it 🤍

Message me to book your at-home escape 🌿

20/04/2026

There’s a kind of tiredness many women carry…
not just in the body, but in the shoulders, the jaw, the chest…
from holding everything together for everyone else.

Deep tissue massage meets you there.

Gently… slowly… intentionally…
working into the places that have been tight for far too long…
releasing the tension you’ve learned to live with.

✨ Softens deep muscle aches and built-up tension
✨ Helps improve posture and ease that constant shoulder heaviness
✨ Encourages circulation, recovery, and restoration
✨ Gives your body permission to fully let go

This isn’t about “fixing” you…
because you’re not broken.

It’s about giving back to your body…
after everything it carries… every single day.

A moment where you don’t have to be the strong one.
A moment where you’re simply held, supported… and cared for.

Because you deserve to feel comfortable in your own body again. 🌿

16/04/2026

You’re not imagining it… your shoulders really are that tight.

This was after working just one side with deep tissue massage.
Before I even moved to the other, her shoulder had already softened and dropped. ✨️

Years of tension, stress, and “just getting on with it” can quietly pull the body out of alignment.

But the body responds incredibly quickly when it’s given the chance.

Less tension.
Better posture.
A body that feels like yours again 💛✨️

15/04/2026

Is anyone else feeling like their body and mind just aren’t quite their own lately?

Lately… you just don’t feel like yourself.

Your mind feels busy, foggy, or overwhelmed.
Your body holds tension you can’t seem to shift.
Sleep isn’t quite right… your patience is thinner… and everything feels a little heavier than it used to.

And you keep going—because that’s what we do.

But your body is asking for a pause. 🌿

So I’ve created a 2-hour **Reset Session** for women who need space to breathe, think clearly again… or not think at all.

We’ll begin with a slow, gentle walk by the water.
No pressure to talk—but space if you need it.
Just fresh air, nature, and a chance to let your nervous system soften.

Then back into a warm, cosy space…
where you can fully switch off and melt into a deeply relaxing massage 💆‍♀️
helping to ease tension, calm anxiety, and bring your body back into balance.

We’ll finish with a quiet moment and a calming cup of tea of your choice…
so you leave feeling lighter, calmer, and more like *you* again.

This isn’t just about relaxation.
It’s about giving your mind and body what they’ve been quietly asking for.

I’m offering a small number of these sessions to begin with.

If this feels like something you need right now…
send me a message 💛

11/04/2026

✨ “I don’t recognise my body anymore…”

If you’ve found yourself thinking this lately—you’re not alone. And no, it’s not just about willpower, calories, or “getting older.”

During menopause, your body becomes naturally **more resistant to insulin**—the hormone that controls your blood sugar.

And this can show up as:
• Weight gain around your middle
• Energy crashes (especially mid-afternoon)
• Sugar cravings you never used to have
• Brain fog and poor concentration
• Feeling exhausted… but wired at the same time

Here’s what’s happening beneath the surface 👇

As oestrogen declines, your cells don’t respond to insulin as effectively. This means more sugar stays in your bloodstream, and your body is more likely to store it as fat—particularly around your abdomen.

Add in poor sleep, rising stress levels, and increased cortisol… and your body can feel like it’s constantly playing catch-up.

🌿 This is where menopause-focused massage can support you in ways you might not expect:

Massage isn’t just about relaxation—it’s about helping your body *rebalance*.

✔️ Helps lower cortisol (your stress hormone)
✔️ Supports your nervous system to switch into “rest and restore” mode
✔️ Encourages better sleep (which directly impacts blood sugar balance)
✔️ Eases tension and fatigue so your body can function more efficiently

When your body feels safe and supported, it works *with you* again—not against you.

💛 You deserve to feel comfortable in your body.
💛 You deserve steady energy, clearer thinking, and a sense of calm.

If menopause has left you feeling out of sync with yourself, this is your invitation to start reconnecting.

✨ Menopause Massage appointments available
📩 Message me to book or ask any questions

Let’s support your body—gently, naturally, and in a way that truly understands what you’re going through.

Address

Longtown
Carlisle

Telephone

+447751928648

Website

http://www.autumnsunshinemassage.co.uk/

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