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Today I Had A Massage For The First Time In Over 20 Years. What Are Some Of The Self Help Things You Do To Feel Better?

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Teaneck, NJ
May 16, 2023
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A myHIVteam Member

I want to give massages, out of my home. I don't have a massage license, but I read that RNs can give massages. It would be a retirement job that I would enjoy. I don't want to spend 10K to get another license. Does that sound like a pipe dream(?). Comments welcome, pro or con...

May 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

Massage every 2 weeks. Chiropractor every 3 week. Both are in the same practice/location a block from my home. Very convenient. I take classes (peer counseling), attend support groups, and weekend workshops via Zoom.

May 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

You cannot use the term "massage" without a massage license. So, I would need to convey what I do in some other way... like "compassionate touch", "Revive body and mind", or my fav "Touch, Unlimited". But, I don't want to wind up with cops at my door. 🤠

May 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member
May 17, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

Jigsaw Puzzles
Walk in Nature
Listen to Christian music
Put my headphones and watch a movie
Buy myself flowers
Help people in my community
Read my Bible and meditation
Go shopping
Go to therapy, na meetings, etc.

May 16, 2023 (edited)

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