Massage combats Eating Disorder with two hands!

The last time I got a massage the masseuse started with my neck. She moved up to my jaw line and said, “Oh! I see that you are tense around the jaw. That means you are afraid to really say what’s on your mind. You’re holding back.” My thoughts were, “Well that’s unfortunate considering I’m a WRITER!” After being slightly annoyed that my masseuse was crossing over into marriage and family counselor territory I gave a bit of thought to what she said. I think there may be some validity to it. Though, I am a writer who proudly says what’s on my mind,  I am also am a recovering Anorexic, Bulimic Compulsive Overeater. A lot of my Eating Disorder stemmed from my core self-worth, feeling not good enough physically or emotionally. Though I have over 3 years of recovery, I still have a disease that challenges my ability to speak my mind. Even though I do speak my mind, at times I find it challenging to do so. More than others perhaps. Which is exactly why I need to take care of myself and go get massages. To relieve some of the tension that goes with carrying this disease.

I found an article awhile back ( that you can view here) that reports that massages help reduce eating disorder thoughts and behaviors. It is due to the decreased levels of cortisol and increased levels of serotonin and dopamine that a massage provides. Fascinating isn’t it! Getting a massage is like taking a vitamin!

The Vic Girls love their massages! We go and get ours at:

Spa Gregorie’s

200 Newport Center Dr

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 644-6672

My personal favorite place is:

Total Body Care

154 Broadway

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

(949) 574-2400

A great place to take all your girlfriends for a spa day is:

Glen Ivy

25000 Glen Ivy Rd.

Corona, CA 92883

(888) 453-6489

I hope this post inspires you to do some self care and go get a massage!