By Pete Whitridge A year has elapsed since COVID-19 brought “life as usual” to a screeching halt for all of us. Last year at this time we were sequestered in our homes, fearful about this unknown and  potentially fatal virus, and wondering when and how we would...

We are filled with grief and at the same time aware of so much love and joy for having the opportunity to know Maura Brady. Maura passed away last month, at her home surrounded by family, after living with lymphoma (CLL) for the past 1.5 years. Maura joined FSM as a...

By Pete Whitridge Lee and I hope everyone is safe and healthy in this time. This month, I want to highlight some recent changes to the laws governing our profession and make sure you’re aware of a couple of deadlines. The state legislature made extensive changes to...

by Pete Whitridge It's just over a month away from my intended myofascial workshop in Gainesville and we find ourselves continuing to wrestle with the unknown in our world and more specifically, in my chosen, beloved, very hands-on profession.  When will I be able to...

Written by Mary Reis, Edited by Giorgia Milne Biodynamic Cranial Touch (BCT) or Stillness Touch, is a bodywork training that is designed for practitioner development.  The work itself is a process of sensing from within, simply being with what is, as it is, without...

By Jackie Ferber & Jessica Rhome Hot stones have been used worldwide for centuries. Found in the ancient texts of all five continents, this tradition was used for a variety of therapies such as soothing muscles during childbirth, treating pain and disease as well...

By Ariela Grodner https://youtu.be/2NalsW49SkI In some schools, Thai Massage is taught without  Ayurvedic. The same applies to schools of Ayurveda, it is usually missing the dance that Thai Massage brings. The union of the two is a gift. If we trace the roots of...

By Pete Whitridge Wishing you a most wonderful new year and start to the next decade. As we move forward into this new cycle, it seems relevant to focus with clear vision (20/20 perhaps?) toward the future. Lee and I feel grateful to be celebrating the New Year at our...

By Frank Merillat Imagine receiving a session of bodywork where everything feels good, comfortable and is received without discomfort. Imagine feeling movement that is fluid, free and easy. Imagine being encouraged into a state of awareness to become conscious of...

By Cathy Cohen Trigger Point Therapy works wonders in relieving myofascial pain from acute or chronic injury. It is one of the best-researched “medical massage” protocols. In fact, a 3rd edition of Drs. Travell & Simons’ classic textbook was released last...