Therapy by Alice 
A Morning Without Coffee
Posted on April 9, 2020 Leave a Comment
𝑪𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 🌎
When you focus on the good, the good gets 𝒃𝒆𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓! 🙌🏼
Today I’m focusing on this coffee giving me the MOST energy, burning my fat and helping sooo many other people do the same.🔥
We have 2 kinds of coffee to choose from- a keto creamy one 𝑶𝑹 a black French roast. Both burn fat, boost your mood and taste delicious. 🤤
While we are quarantined, we might as well get a jump start on these weight loss goals. 🤷🏼♀️ I have samples available OR the real deal for 40% off too. 💃🏻
Contact me at alice@adagiomassage.net for more info
My journey
Posted on April 8, 2020 Leave a Comment
I have struggled with weight gain and loss my entire life. I even went so far as to have surgery and I still managed to gain some of that weight back. Now I finally have a system that is working for me. I have lost almost thirty pounds since July. I don’t have any photos from last summer because I felt so self conscious I wouldn’t let anyone take photos. I still have at least another thirty to go but I am proud of my progress. It you want to know more drop me an email at alice@adagiomassage.net.
Covid 19 Update for Massage Professionals
Posted on April 5, 2020 Leave a Comment
https://www.abmp.com/covid-updates
Can I work? Should I work?
On March 16, 2020, ABMP issued a statement strongly encouraging all massage and bodywork practitioners to suspend practice, as social distancing is not feasible in massage. Renowned pathology expert Ruth Werner also called for a suspension of massage work. Read the full statements.
Furthermore, many local municipalities and states have issued stay-at-home or shelter-in-place orders that require massage therapists to suspend work. Read more regarding state updates.
If my state issues a stay-at-home or shelter-in-place order, what happens if I continue to work?
Your liability insurance policy is only valid if you are in compliance with your state’s regulations. If you are no longer authorized to work per regional orders, you are likely not in compliance with your state regulations and therefore your insurance would not be valid.
Can I perform massage if I have a home office?
If your profession has been ordered to suspend, it doesn’t matter where you are working. If you continue to work, this could now be considered an illegal act, in which case the insurance would not be valid. These decisions are the responsibility of local and federal authorities, not ABMP. Check here for state updates.
Is my job as a massage therapist considered “essential”?
ABMP does not determine whether massage is essential or nonessential; that is a decision made by local and federal authorities. Check here for state updates.
Are virtual sessions included in my liability insurance policy?
Your liability insurance policy is valid with virtual sessions under the following circumstances:
- The client must be located in the same state that the practitioner is legally allowed to practice in;
- For new clients, the practitioner must do a full intake form;
- The practitioner must be able to see the client as they are virtually working with her/him;
- The sessions are live and not prerecorded;
- Policy language applies (exclusions, etc.). The practitioner must be within scope of practice.
Does my policy cover me for being out of work (business interruption)?
Your liability insurance policy does not cover business interruption. The “Loss of Earnings” clause in the policy specifically pertains to a member being reimbursed if they are required to take time away from their practice because of a lawsuit against them that is covered under the policy.
Can I apply for unemployment benefits or financial help?
Yes, we believe the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) issued March 27, 2020, allows massage therapists to file for unemployment benefits. Under the CARES Act, unemployment insurance benefits will temporarily be available to “an eligible self-employed individual” . . . “an individual who regularly carries on any trade or business.” It appears that this expanded eligibility applies to individuals who work “part-time,” a government definition that would cover a large proportion of massage therapists, estheticians, hair stylists, and nail professionals. You have to take the initiative to apply for unemployment insurance.
Learn about unemployment benefits in your states. Be aware that states are working to create the policy and processes for self-employed unemployment as of April 1, 2020. It is expected be online in all states no later than April 10, 2020. Many members are sharing their individual application experiences and information on Facebook at www.facebook.com/abmppage.
Week in Review
Posted on April 4, 2020 Leave a Comment
Here is today’s fun tip for keeping us busy at home and keeping this blog music and massage therapy related.
This week saw a momentary resurgence in my ability to give massages to healthy people. For last week and this week I was able to see one client who lived close and give a couple massages to people with whom I privately contracted. That all ended on Wednesday at midnight when the governor of TX shut down everyone under the statute under which I practice for TDLR and this included hair dressers and massage therapists, barbers, tattoo artist etc. So now, where the establishment was shut down, now we aren’t supposed to do any massages at all period. I get it, you can’t give a massage or cut hair or do a tattoo and maintain a 6-10 foot distance, but we do need to make a living.
Fortunately he allowed us to file for unemployment. And I am still peddling my products that I love. I also drove for Favor one day, delivering groceries and food to people in Gatesville.
I have lost almost 30 pounds since July now and I really think it’s due to the products I use every day and the hormone (Shout out to Hormones by Design in Waco) regimen I have been on. It has helped so much. I discovered as so many do that while Weight Loss Surgery is helpful, it’s just a tool…however, if I hadn’t hit menopause and my Weight Loss goal the same month I think I would have had a better outcome. It’s been nice knowing that all those doctors I told that hormones were a problem were wrong when they told me just to eat less and move more.
Well, I have a busy Saturday ahead (Ok, not really) so I will sign off for now. I hope everyone has a great week.
Latest Body Work Issue
Posted on March 27, 2020 Leave a Comment
I hope you enjoy this issue of Body Sense Magazine. Please remember I am here for your massage and now for your CBD needs. I am beginning to sell CBD for an awesome company. Drop a comment for more info.
Flash Sale!
Posted on March 24, 2020 Leave a Comment
I have samples available for sale right now! I can accept Paypal, venmo and cash app. Sample packs start at $15 and can be personalized to your needs. This price includes shipping and tax.
Also right now is the best time to join as a distributor. They just announced 50% OFF to starter kits! That means it’s only $49 instead of the $99!!! I wanted to offer you this because I think you’d be really great at this! If anyone has ever considered starting their own business now is a great time. This is a great opportunity to receive extra product that you can sell or use yourself and have the ability to buy products without committing to a three month auto ship. You can even decide to make some money with It Works if you want! Contact me for me info or drop a comment below and I will follow up with you.
A Little Live Music
Posted on March 23, 2020 Leave a Comment
Sunday
Posted on March 22, 2020 Leave a Comment
I don’t have any music today. I have been making my own Ginger Beer and crocheting. So far I have resisted baking brownies though as the days go by I’m not sure my self control will hold out. I am working on doing some self improvement and self discovery. I will never have time like this again I’m sure (at least I sure hope not)
I’m listening to this webinar by Music Therapist Tim Ringgold. I find myself wishing I had had the vision to have somewhere else to go with my career. I feel kind of stuck today and feeling like what I do doesn’t really matter. I feel like I’m not going to be who I want to be. I worry that I am not creative enough or Innovative enough. And of course, in this environment I worry about being broke. I have committed to having a massage place with another therapist. I am trying so hard to have faith and carry on. I know that the place is a great opportunity. I made a commitment to someone else and I don’t want to let her down.
Tim Ringgold has shared his insight about stress and how to overcome change lag. His system is called Vero. He is also the first music therapist who did a Ted Talk.
The webinar I’m listening to is below…If I am not supposed to post it, I’m sure someone will tell me.
https://event.webinarjam.com/go/replay/1/y8476uqtlt9tr
I wish I had chosen a more lucrative career. I find myself wondering how I got here and how I can move forward. I wish I knew what the steps to move forward were.
Therapy by Alice 