Steps to Happy Life (2)

I used to be a workaholic who couldn't shake ‘work’ off my mind. I was always working. 
I believed I was happier that way.



Then one day, things changed. T came into my life and taught me life isn't only about working hard, you have to take time to pamper and reward yourself.

T loves a good massage. One day, we were at Big Splash and he saw a new massage outlet, Reflexsole. 


He pulled me into the reflexology centre without hesitation. I was sceptical to try it as I wasn't comfortable with the idea of letting a stranger touch me. But I went with it anyway as I didn't want to dampen his mood.

I chose the Foot + Body Combo Massage (60min). Perhaps the masseur noticed my uneasiness and initiated simple conversation as he started the foot massage. It did help ease me, thankfully. He explained the various benefits of massage, and which organs of my body seemed weaker and needed some attention. Apparently I've got a weak heart due to lack of rest, must be those long years of slogging. 

I mentally added “Massage” to my weekly to-do list. “Massage” would help improve my health, and allows me to spend more time with T! 
It’s a win-win !

After the foot massage, it was time for the body one. It was nice of him to ask if I had any parts of my body with issues that I would like to bring to his attention. “I've got a stiff neck and shoulder from always using the computer at work.” He addressed it perfectly, good pressure at the right spots. I could feel the lactic acid build up melt away as his fingers firmly kneaded my muscles. A numbing and warm sensation took over, relaxing my body and my mind. Before I knew it, I dozed off. The whole experience was so surreal.

Unlike the usual warm and dim ambience in most reflexology and massage centres, Reflexsole looks and feels refreshingly bright. The shop provides free wi-fi and personal charging stations at each seat for phone or laptop usage. I especially love the relaxation and relief feel after a good massage. Now I’m on board with T; we both love a good massage!

I have already decided on our next day out - a run on the beach to get our heart pumping hard before enjoying a 'Runner's Nirvana' massage at Reflexsole and culminating in a sumptuous Seafood dinner at Big Splash !

Thank you T for showing me how to balance 

and massage my life a little :) xx

Zhen Xiang Shou