SMART Squirrels prepare for winter...SMART Massage Therapists train with stones

Why You Should Be a Squirrel About Your Massage Career

I was watching a documentary on squirrels, and they are fascinating little creatures!  If you’ve ever seen a squirrel, I have, when I visited Canada, and boy, do you know they’re on a mission – cheeks puffed out, tails twitching, darting back and forth, stashing away every nut they can find before winter hits. They don’t wait until the frost bites to get ready… they plan ahead.

As a massage therapist with over 20 years in the game, I can tell you this: you and I aren’t so different from squirrels. Our “winter” might not be snow and ice, but it can be the busy Christmas rush, that unexpected shoulder niggle that slows you down, or the sudden trend that makes clients expect more from their treatments. And just like those little furry planners, the smart move is to stash away the skills now, before you need them.

Lately, the world has been unpredictable. One minute you’re stocked with appointments, the next minute a flu wave knocks half your clients (or you) out. Or maybe you’ve noticed how AI is taking over some jobs… but let’s be honest – no algorithm is going to give a great back massage. Still, clients are savvier now; they want treatments that stand out. That’s where your “nuts” come in – new techniques, like stone massage training.

And before you roll your eyes and say, “I’ve already got enough on my plate,” hear me out. Stone massage isn’t just another fad. Done right, it saves your wrists and thumbs, keeps you in the job you love longer, and adds a unique service your clients will rave about. Think of it as swapping your bare hands for a set of smooth, warm helpers that never get tired. 

Here’s the thing – squirrels don’t panic when winter comes because they’ve done the work early. If you invest in your training now, you’ll be ready for the Christmas voucher rush, the New Year “health kick” crowd, and those quiet months when repeat clients keep your business humming.

So, take a leaf (or a nut) out of the squirrel’s book. Gather your skills before you need them. Stone massage training is one of the smartest things you can tuck away for the future – for your body, your clients, and your career.  Take a look at our Resources, whether you're a deep tissue massage therapist or a beauty spa therapist; there's something for every skill and confidence level.  And if you want private 1:1 coaching, just ask me, happy to help out!

Trust me, your future self will thank you… and maybe even do a little happy tail flick.