Are you a fan of body massage services / spas?

Massage - A very soothing and relaxing massage. Pleaaasure! I want one right now :/
@jeeyah (1092)
Philippines
April 21, 2010 10:17am CST
Do you like getting a massage? My family has always been a fan of home service massages, so ever since I was a kid, I've also been getting regular massages. We get massage services from someone we know, or sometimes we avail of those "spa at home" services. It's not expensive, and it really soothes and relaxes the body. I'm a big fan of it, because I really love the feeling of a good massage. :D It's like my family's addiction or vice. Lol. And it's not bad for the health (as long as we don't get a massage everyday, lol). It actually improves blood circulation and relieves muscle pains. :D How about you, do you also like getting massaged? :D
6 people like this
17 responses
• United States
23 Apr 10
Nice discussion post. I love getting massages. Sometimes I hope that in giving massages I can get one in return. I am relatively good at giving massages but I am no professional, so maybe I will not be qualified to give you a massage. I always want massages myself, because I have bad back problems. I actually just have bad joint problems in general. You are so lucky that you get to get massages so often!! I am envious of you!! =)
2 people like this
• United States
23 Apr 10
I also wish that sometimes I am able to massage myself. If only if only. My friends don't like massaging me because I'm picky and if they can't do it right I say no no that's not right. Even when I teach them how to massage, they are not patient enough to want to learn and they themselves just want to be massaged. Here is my gift to you. *massage massage* =)
2 people like this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
24 Apr 10
Hahha, lol. When my friends massage me I'll just be quiet if I don't like it. Lol. Hahaha, massage to you too! Lol
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Thanks for responding! I'm also like you, lol. I think I can give good massages, and sometimes I wish I could just massage myself so I'd feel exactly what I want to feel. Because sometimes there are masseuses who just can't hit the right spot or something, so yea. Haha. Oh, and I just saw that you're from the US, so I guess it's really hard for you to get regular massages because of the price. :/ Maybe you could have a friend give you a massage lol. Haha
1 person likes this
@newtalent (1112)
• United States
21 Apr 10
I used to get them at the day spas but now i am not avid participant any more. It osts to much and a lot of them do not know how to do it right anyway. They do not tell you that the y are new until you have already been there for awhile and of course you can tell. Or at least you should be able to tell.
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
Aww, you have a point there. Well, the massages we usually get here range from $3-$7 per hour, so it's almost a good deal. There are really some masseuses who just don't know how to do it right, but there are also some who almost perfect it, so yea. I guess it's all about finding the right one, and always asking for her whenever you want to get a massage. Haha. Thanks for sharing!
2 people like this
@newtalent (1112)
• United States
21 Apr 10
Wow that is cheap compared to what we pay, try like $70.00 or more an hour. I can find other uses for my money ,lol.
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
Wow, now I see why you stopped getting massages. That's a lot of money! And it's also a huge waste if you don't get the quality massage that you wanted.
1 person likes this
@laydee (12798)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
Yeah, I am a fan of body massages and spas but I couldn't get much of it as I want because of lack of time and funds. Not to mention the weather of summer these days in my City - it's literally frying. I'd rather have the massages at home but it's much more expensive than in massage parlors/spas. I think I'll have one next week if time and funding permits. But for now, I could only dream.
1 person likes this
@laydee (12798)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Yes, I know there are those, but the experience is really different when you're in the spa compared to that at home. Not to mention that their beds are designed for massages and ours aren't.
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Are you from the Philippines? If so, there are a lot of home service massages that are really cheaper than those in spas! :D
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Well yes, but if we're just talking about the price (because you said that you'd rather have home massages but it's much more expensive), then there are a lot of home service massages that are inexpensive.
@jpso138 (7851)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
I am a fan of massage. In fact when I am very tired, I would call a massage service to provide me a massage. My work involves training and usually I travel to different places. In most places that I go, I already have a contact number of the massage service. But what I do like more are those that are blind. In our country, there are a group of blind people who provide massage service. They are usually the ones that I call.
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Oh yes, there are also blind people here who provide massages (from what country are you?)
1 person likes this
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
just like you and your family, i love having a body massage every now and then. It relieves the tension of the body after especially at times that i am so stressed and tired. i would usually have a massage at a day spa or get it from a blind massager. I think i learn to love it a lot though lately haven't had any massage since i am pregnant and they told me to refrain from it for it maybe bad for the baby. I am so excited to have one as soon as I give birth....
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Aww, yes, getting a massage may be harmful both to you and your baby. And even during menstruation, it's not recommended (random fact). Anyway, wish you all the best!
@setsuna26 (2748)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
Actually im not lol . Im the one giving massage to my mother every now and then, maybe i will even pass as a masseur instead. Sometime last year i decided to buy some clothes in a mall then when i was standing still in a hallway waiting for a friend of mine someone asked me if im a masseur lol .I told the person that im not and i just bought something and just waiting for a friend of mine hahaha
1 person likes this
@setsuna26 (2748)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
Actually i bought a pair of boxer shorts that time haha i myself was a bit shocked when that person asked me if im a massuer never thought that massuers are roving around mall already haha. Anyways yeah i do massage my mom from time to time specially when her legs are aching .Although im not a professional care giver or something i know that when i massage her legs it gives her comfort and in return makes me feel good too
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
Wow, that's so random for them to ask you that. Haha. And aww, that's really something touching to hear. Your mom really is lucky to have a child like you! (I know I think I've said this in another discussion, but yea she really is lucky :D)
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
What clothes did you buy? Lol, you were just standing then you were asked if you were a masseur? Hahah, that's funny. Maybe you should try it as a sideline or something. Hahah. But it's good though that you give your mother a massage from time to time. I don't know a lot of people who do that.
@salonga (27775)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
SPA is a good addiction. I also do go to SPA to pamper myself after a whole week of hard work. I think I deserve it. Actually I do it along with my husband. There is one favorite spa near our locality and it has been really giving us the much needed relaxation almost every Saturday. I think every one should try this SPA. It works great for the body and even for the mind.
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
I saw that you're in the Philippines, where's this certain spa? It's good that you go to spa regularly, it's a good way to re-energize yourselves and also take in some pleasure. :)
@maxilimian (3099)
• Indonesia
22 Apr 10
I like getting messages, but i'm not a fan about it i am much more like spa, aroma therapy, usually i'm doing it if i feel so tired, and need some fresh body, in order to make a brand new day and free temporarily from busy daily
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
I haven't tried aroma therapy yet. Is it really relaxing?
1 person likes this
@jd107nette (1454)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
I've heard a lot about the advantages and the good stuffs that massage could give you but I am not into it... ^_^ I'm very sensitive to touch... LOL
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Hahaha, what do you mean by very sensitive to touch? Like, ticklish? Lol
1 person likes this
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
I LOVE massages from spas! Especially if I have the money to get a good massage from them. But massages from a loved one is THE BEST!
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Yes, nothing beats a massage from a loved one. The perfect touch. :D
1 person likes this
@kooltiger (848)
• Pakistan
22 Apr 10
no actually i m a fan of watching body massage of girls... i use to watch it on youtube.. it is really awesome to watch..
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Watching girls getting massaged? Errm, I don't even want to ask why. Lol
1 person likes this
@nangisha (3495)
• Indonesia
21 Apr 10
Yes I did and the whole family love to be massage, except my sister he don't like to touch by others. I feel very relaxing after massage, and I can have very good sleep. Its takes all tiredness and stress away. That is why traditional massage and Spa have their loyal customer. I like to be massage in the comfort of my own house, I can ensure the hygiene.
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
Cool, we're the same! :D I like to get massaged at night so I can just fall asleep right away after it's done. Yes, it's really a great way to release all the stress from the whole day. And yep, and by getting massaged at your own house, you're more comfortable, and you can just sleep right after - you don't need to drive or something. :D
@bagputza (504)
• Belgium
24 Apr 10
Here's something that i trully love to have whenever i finish off a full scheduled day of hard work , getting a massage even if its just for a twenty minutes , those twenty minutes in the right hands can mean Magic Moments for my back pains ( hehehe ) , lets say that in my familly i have my aunt that has a diploma as a massauese , but she almost never visits , and when she does i beg her to give me even ifonly five minutes of her magic fingers across my painfull back , buut shee charges too much , lol ( not true ) . Actually i always forget to ask her to if she wants to give mea massage , mostly because i'm ashamed , the women barely come's and visits , and putting her to work when she comes visiting , i think would make her come even rarely then before. If not once a month i take my mom and myself to a Masseuze saloon ( Its pretty expensive , hence the once of month ) but in the wainting of the twenty five day of the month , i'm giving a massage to my mom every now and then and i ask for the same back , but my poor mom doesn't have the strenght she used to have in her hands so she gets tired verry fast , and i dont want to fatigue her even more when it come to massage , so i usually give her a nice thirty minutes massage every now and then , and she does it for me for around ten minutes maximum ,but if it happens to have my sister arround then i'm in some sort of luck ( because if she not in a good mood , i get zipp nothing lol ). Have a nice day Jeeyah ( was a pleasure answering your discussions )
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
24 Apr 10
Lol, awww. That's so sweet of you to take your mom with you to a masseuse salon, and even give her a massage every now and then. Hahah, thank you for sharing your story, I enjoyed reading it. :D Lol.
@caliya (1168)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
there are times that my body feels so tired that i feel like i should get a massage unfortunately i am a very ticklish person so i can not have a massage. i will not be able to last for one minute. i will burst out laughing. i envy those who loves to get massages like you.
1 person likes this
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
I'm also ticklish in some parts like the tummy area, so I just tell them not to massage me in that area. Lol. Are you really super ticklish? You might be able to handle just the mild massages, you should try it even just once in your life. Haha :) And if you really burst out laughing, then just end it. Lol hahah
1 person likes this
• Bulgaria
21 Apr 10
Everyone love massages. Unfortunately, I can't afford professional massage, but when I have choice, I would prefer massage from my girlfriend or some beautiful girl, which could end with very big pleasure for both sides... Massage, make you leave all the tension of the long day and regenerate new energy.
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
Lol, I guess it would be nice to get a massage from a hot girl, huh? Hahaha. Anyway.. Yes, it really releases all the tension, and after getting a massage, you'll feel refreshed and rejuvenated. :D
@annavi23 (6633)
• Philippines
22 Apr 10
yes,i do love getting massaged... me and my siblings usually call our masseuse specially when we feel back pains and certain body pains.we have also tried physical therapists sometimes also.but it's much relaxing to be massaged by our well-known masseuse. for us,body massage is pain reliever. yeah,it's not that expensive rather than the massage service at malls.well,i haven't really tried that sometimes i do want to try it.but due to expensiveness,i'd rather not to.it's much more relaxing when you're just in home and just call on home service massage is better cause you can sleep after being massaged.really relaxing than having massage by other place and you have to travel home,waste of time and you also become tired.body pains strikes again!
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
23 Apr 10
Yep, body massage really relieves pain. Yep, I get what you mean by just getting a massage at home. Thank you for sharing!
@markleob (1902)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
i like but i havent tried of spa or massage...i really have to try that...
@jeeyah (1092)
• Philippines
21 Apr 10
You should! It's just cheap here and it's really worth it. ;)