Farmhouse Massage

01/19/2026

This photo was colored by all the students in my daughter's 5th grade class.

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01/07/2026

12/26/2025

This article helps describe why I decided to dedicate my practice solely to women. It's very important to have connection that make our nervous system feel safe.

Mental health protection is not only about therapy or rest. Research in psychology and neuroscience shows that regular social connection plays a powerful role in emotional regulation, particularly for women. Studies suggest that meaningful social time, often described as a girls night, about every 22 days may help buffer stress and support long term mental wellbeing.

Female social bonding activates biological pathways tied to safety and calm. When women connect through conversation, laughter, and shared experience, the brain releases oxytocin and serotonin. These chemicals help lower cortisol, the primary stress hormone, and support emotional balance. Over time, this reduces chronic stress load on the nervous system.

Women’s brains tend to process stress relationally. When stress is held alone for long periods, it can intensify emotional strain and mental fatigue. Regular social release allows the nervous system to reset. It reminds the brain that support exists, which directly improves resilience and mood stability.

Importantly, this is not about parties or distractions. The benefit comes from authenticity and emotional safety. Quiet dinners, long conversations, shared walks, or simple check ins all count. What matters is consistent connection that allows emotional expression without judgment or responsibility.

Research also shows that isolation increases risk of anxiety and low mood, even when life appears busy or successful. Social bonding works as preventative care. It supports mental health before symptoms escalate, rather than reacting afterward.

Understanding this reframes social time as essential health behavior, not indulgence. Prioritizing connection is not selfish or optional. It is biological maintenance for emotional wellbeing.

Mental strength grows in community. When women protect time for connection, they support nervous system health, emotional clarity, and long term psychological balance in ways science continues to confirm.

12/18/2025

Hello! Welcome to my beautiful space. My name is Holly and I am a Licensed Massage Therapist for the state of Maine. After spending 20 years in the Marine Corps as an Aviation Fire Fighter my soul and nervous system craved a complete re-set. I have always considered myself an Intuitive Healer. I am 47 years old, the mother to 4 beautiful children and have a private practice on my farm. I have dedicated my practice to serving women only. I completed my training in Arlington Virginia and attended Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage. I passed their exams and completed the national testing for Massage Therapy and completed MBLEx Examination. I have a hippy soul and love nature. I support Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. I support the Rainbow Community. 🌈 My time in the military gave me the foundation to be a self starter. My experiences shaped the way I choose to connect with others.

12/18/2025

I love pink mornings 🩷

12/18/2025

My practice is dedicated exclusively to providing a safe and nurturing space for women 🌻

12/15/2025

What is most important to you right now?