The body and mind are really two entities. The mind can direct body activities and functions but the mind must not cause heavy massage or exercise that result in muscle tension which can lead to poor circulation of the blood with its nutrients to the muscles. Tense muscles or other restrictions of blood flow are a major cause of stroke, heart attack and diabetes. Damage to nerves can also result from excessive hard, deep massage.
In addition to the patient the masseur takes part of the stress as his own. At the Mor Noi Clinic we have had many healers as patients. Some were just interested in learning a new technique, but also many were “burned out” by the accumulated problems in the bodies and minds of many of their patients. The way to relieve most of this tension and stress is with a good diet plan, lots of rest and tender loving body massage given with a very soft and gentle touch. This method will heal and give relief but may take as long as three month for a complete cure.
No tension building exercises, acupuncture, yoga or similar stressful activities can be allowed to interfere with such a program. Also no newspapers, T.V. or website programs should be available, just rest and very soft massage and gentle talks.