To relax the mind, relax the whole body, relieve stiff necks, headaches, and even improve concentration. Basically, it's all good.
Ideally, standing (to ensure a correct distribution of muscular forces and allow energy to flow smoothly), feet hip-width apart, and straight, not stiff as a post either. The chin tucks slightly into the neck and the arms fall on either side of the body.
To release a maximum of energy and optimize the self-massage, perform a dozen flexions/extensions (bend down by bending the legs). Then, we warm the palms of the hands by rubbing them against each other. This will make the massage more pleasant and relaxing.
1 – Slide the skin over the bones with the fingertips, using circular movements. All over the skull, from the ears to the top.
2 – We smooth the forehead with the fingertips, going from the center to the temples, and alternating left hand, right hand.
3 – Perform circular pressure on the temples, with the thumbs, upwards, then backwards (pressing well).
4 – We pull strands of hair from different places on the skull. Not even bad, and it promotes microcirculation!
5 – Finally, place one hand flat on the top of the skull, and rotate the palm in one direction, then in the other.
Excerpts from the book-box "Massage de la tête", by Dr Denis Lamboley, Ed. Marabout.
