Apparently, every Wednesday night, after the kids are in bed, she and her husband open a bottle of wine, turn the lights down, put some music on, and give each other foot massages on the couch. They use whatever oil or lotion they have, and they let their fingers do their magic.
Now, I have to admit, I was a little surprised to hear of this weekly ritual because I know how easy it is to flip on the TV and tune out after a long day.
Sure, you can experiment with the reflexology tips that I write about, but all you really need are your hands and a comfortable place to lounge. Why not put a Foot Massage Night on your calendar right now?
And who knows where it will lead to?! I know more than a few people who are, myself included. According to allergy experts, with record pollen counts this fall has been one of the worst, and longest, allergy seasons yet. Due to a particularly wet summer, ragweed pollen levels have surged and standing water left over from summer flooding and Hurricane Irene has increased the amount of mold, a common year-round allergen, in the air.
Clasp your two hands together, interlinking fingers. Roll the golf ball over your palms for 30 secs. Target the area below your thumbs-the adrenal reflex area. Focus pressure on areas where it is most sensitive. To find the area first on your left hand , rest your right thumb on top of your left thumb. Slide the right hand down toward the wrist, so that your thumb presses in the fleshy area bewteen the base of your thumb and your wrist.
