Bending Collective LLC, 113 E Huron Street, Berlin, WI (2026)

10/09/2026

🍂 Hey friends!

Gosh, November is right around the corner, which means the holiday season is almost here!

November is a great time to slow down, breathe, reset, and make a little time for yourself. 🤎

✨ CURRENT MASSAGE CLIENTS ✨

November booking opens TODAY!

You can:
• Log in and book online
• Call me
• Message me directly

I’ll have some additional opportunities around the holidays, including a few daytime appointments that I don’t normally have available.

📅 I’ll keep the November schedule open to current clients through 10/18. After that, I’ll open any remaining appointments to those on my waitlist.

⭐️ WAITLISTED MASSAGE CLIENTS ⭐️

I’ll send out opportunities to book a one-time massage session as appointments become available as I work down the list.

If you’re interested in being considered for recurring appointments in the future, we can certainly talk about as I have more availability. Right now, I have quite a few clients who book with me month-to-month, so I’m not able to add new clients to a regular recurring schedule at this time.

⭐️ If you’re interested in booking a massage and haven’t joined the waitlist yet, feel free to message me or head to my website to join!

🍁 Make a little space for yourself this November. You deserve the time. 🤎

10/05/2026

Hey, happy Monday! 👋 Just checking in with a few updates!

✨Yoga is coming back!
Our next Saturday yoga class will be Saturday, November 7th at 9:00 AM. Stay tuned for more details. I’m excited to get back to it!

✨Massage clients:
The November schedule will open for current clients this Friday, October 9th! If you’re hoping to get a massage appointment in November, be ready to book because those favorite time slots tend to go quickly.

The exciting news is that I’ll have a little more availability in November, with about 5–6 additional appointments compared to my usual schedule.

Once current clients have had the opportunity to book, if I have any remaining openings, I may be able to offer a few one-off appointments to clients on my waitlist. So if you’ve been waiting for an opening, stay tuned!

More updates to come! 💛

09/12/2026

Okay, last topic from my recent massage trainings as I look toward 2027: lymphatic massage. 🤍

🍃The lymphatic system is part of our body’s natural drainage and immune system, helping move excess fluid and waste through the body.

🍃Lymphatic massage uses very gentle, rhythmic techniques to encourage lymph flow. It is quite different from traditional massage and is not a deep tissue technique. It is also incredibly relaxing, many people will fall asleep during it! 😴

🍃It can be especially helpful for those experiencing lymphedema, whether primary or related to surgery, lymph node removal, cancer treatment or other medical situations.

🍃It can also be helpful for people experiencing swelling, fluid retention or heaviness, depending on the individual’s needs.

🍃Regular massage can support circulation and fluid movement, but lymphatic massage is much more specific and intentional when lymphatic drainage is the goal.

✨I am already trained and capable of providing lymphatic massage, but this is something I’d really like to pursue additional training and certifications in for 2027. I want to make sure I have the education and tools to appropriately tailor and personalize this work for the many different medical situations and individual needs that can come with lymphatic concerns.

This one is definitely moving toward the top of my 2027 training list. 🤍

Is lymphatic massage something you’ve experienced, or something you’d be interested in having me add in for 2027❓

09/11/2026

🍂October’s calendar is officially open for booking for current clients!

October continues to be a little busier as I balance life and my schedule, but come November, I’ll likely have a handful of a few more appointments available as I gain a little more flexibility.

A few ways to book:
🍁Book online by logging into the website
🍁Reply to the email you received
🍁Message me directly

If you’re hoping to get in during October, I’d recommend booking sooner rather than later since there likely won’t be much opportunity to add additional appointments.

Thank you, as always, for your patience, support, and understanding. I truly appreciate every one of you, whether I see you monthly, every other month, or just occasionally. 🤍

09/10/2026

✨ Let’s talk about craniosacral work.

I recently took an introductory craniosacral course through Upledger to experience the work, learn some of the techniques, and see if it was something I wanted to explore further.

So, what is craniosacral work?

Craniosacral is a very gentle form of bodywork that uses light, still touch around the head, spine and sacrum. Unlike traditional massage, the goal isn’t to work out tight muscles or use pressure. Instead, it creates an opportunity for the body and nervous system to slow down, settle and relax.

One technique I’ve been practicing is called a still point. With gentle contact at the crown of the head, we create a quiet pause. The idea is to give the nervous system a chance to step out of that constant go, go, go and settle into a deeper state of rest.

In a recent session, I incorporated just three minutes of a still point into a session.

At the end of our session, my client said,
“Gosh, I just feel like I’m so much more relaxed today than I normally am. I usually feel relaxed, but today-even more so”

It took me a minute to put it together and what may be different, but I thought… I wonder if it was that still point.

✨We spend so much of our days moving, thinking, planning and doing. Our minds are busy and our bodies are constantly responding. Sometimes, a few quiet minutes with absolutely nothing to do can be incredibly valuable.

There can be benefit in the pause. 🤍

If you’re curious, we can incorporate a short still point into your next massage and see how it feels for you.

Interested on your thoughts as I determine which modalities I should prioritize for 2027 educational opportunities.

Does craniosacral move towards the top of the list❓

09/09/2026

✨Aescape: Curious as to your thoughts…

As I continue sharing some tips, highlights and unexpected finds from Colorado, here’s one I definitely didn’t expect…

I was able to find a place with an Aescape Robotic massage table. 👀

With AI and technology becoming such a big part of our world, I had the opportunity to actually try one for myself. I went in completely open minded and honestly just curious to see what technology has figured out when it comes to massage.

My honest take? I don’t think massage therapists need to start looking for new careers anytime soon. 😂

For therapeutic massage, I really believe there is something unique about human touch. A person can feel adhesions, recognize subtle changes in muscle tension, adjust pressure and techniques in the moment, and incorporate stretches and other movements to really address pain and tension.

And beyond the physical benefits, there’s something about human touch that helps the body and nervous system truly relax and shift into that calm, restorative state. That part is pretty hard for a robot to replicate.

Was it interesting? Absolutely. Would I pay for it again? Probably not. 😂 But I’m glad I tried it and got to see what technology has out there!

More Colorado finds coming soon⛰️✨

09/08/2026

Happy Tuesday! 🍂

Just a friendly reminder that October’s massage calendar opens this Friday morning for all current massage clients.

November is creeping closer, too, which means yoga will be back on Saturday mornings! 🧘‍♀️

It’s finally starting to feel a little more like fall around here. A new season is always a nice reminder to slow down, settle in, and make a little time for yourself. 🤎

09/02/2026

✨ A little AMTA conference insight… ✨

One of my favorite parts of attending the AMTA conference was getting to learn from James Waslaski during his nerve-focused seminar.

We spent a lot of time looking at how nerve impingement and irritation in the neck, shoulders and arms can contribute to symptoms like pain, numbness and tingling in the hands. It was fascinating to see how the body can be affected in ways that aren’t always obvious and how specific techniques can help address those patterns.

One of my biggest takeaways, though, was something that seems simple: the body responds better when it feels safe enough to relax. 🧠

✨We’ve all heard the old “no pain, no gain” mentality when it comes to massage. But when the body is guarding, pushing harder isn’t always the answer. Sometimes creating the right environment for the nervous system to settle down allows the muscles and surrounding tissues to release much more effectively.

If you’re a client of mine, you probably already know I love the little extras that help create that relaxed state….heated table, hot towels, warm stones, calming scents and simply giving your body time to settle in. 🤍

Even seeing the same practitioner regularly can help. When your body knows what to expect and recognizes the rhythm and flow of a session, it can be easier for the nervous system to relax while we work through areas of tension.

📚 And the learning doesn’t stop at the conference!

I’ve invested in additional training with James to become more proficient in his techniques and to continue building on what I learned. I’m excited to start incorporating more of these methods into my sessions as I continue my training.

➡️For my massage therapist friends: if you’re looking to expand your orthopedic massage knowledge, I definitely recommend checking out James’s training seminars. He has a lot of great insight and some really interesting ways of looking at the body and working with nerve-related issues.

✨You’re never too old to learn something new

09/01/2026

Hello, Happy September! 🍂

Somehow it’s September already, even though the weather is still very much giving SUMMER vibes 😅

Kids are heading back to school, pumpkin season is creeping closer, and eventually (hopefully!) we’ll get some cooler fall weather.

I know I’ve been a little quiet on social media lately. Life has just been busy! I also just got back from Colorado where I attended the AMTA National Convention, and WOW… I learned SO much.

Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be sharing some of the things I learned, techniques and insights that caught my attention, and a few updates on what may be coming to Bending Collective. Lots of good stuff to share!

A couple quick business updates:

✨ October’s massage calendar opens Friday morning, September 11th.

✨ Yoga will be back starting the first Saturday in November! I’m excited to get that going again.

Happy September!🍂

08/16/2026

Thank you, everyone! 🤍 September is officially FULLY BOOKED for current clients, and I’m feeling so incredibly grateful.

When I reflect on why I love what I do, it’s the people. I’m grateful for every person who comes in for a session, whether you’re looking for pain relief, relaxation, a reset, or simply a little time to take care of yourself.

I love that some of you like to chat and catch me up on what’s happening in your lives, while others prefer to completely tune out the world and enjoy some quiet. Both are perfect. 🤍

Thank you for trusting me, supporting my small business, and continuing to make space for this work in your lives. It truly means so much.

If you’re a current client and weren’t able to get an appointment in September, feel free to message me. If I’m able to add anything to the calendar, I’ll reach out. And if a cancellation opens up, I’ll also work through those requests.

I appreciate you all so much. 🤍

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