Yesterday I Returned...

Yesterday I returned to Bodhi Highgate Spa, for another blissful Kodo hot stone massage. 

On arrival, after I had changed into a fluffy robe and entered the relaxation lounge, the soothing music and dreamy scent that fills the room immediately lulled me into a quiet place.

After a few minutes my therapist came in to escort me through for my massage.

Firstly, I sat on a low stool in preparation for a foot bath. 

A mixture of herbs and flowers are sprinkled in the warm water, my feet enter the water, and then softly caressed as all tension fell away. 

Then I was offered to smell the three different oils.

This is something I really like, and have not seen in any other places I have been.

Intuition plays a role in what oil you choose.

All the oils are infused with native ingredients, last time I tuned into the lemon Myrtle oil, yesterday it was the sandlewood infusion that called to me most.

After that it was time for 90 minutes of sublime bliss.

The Li'tya Marta Hot Rock Massage uses ancient stones from the Kimberley region of Western Australia, and the oils as I already stated are created using native botanicals, this treatment has been created with traditional aboriginal techniques for complete healing and wellness.

Having returned a second time, I again had the same therapist, as she is a fantastic. 

For me, it's imperative to have a connection with someone providing bodywork, because your body is open on a deep level, so energies need to work well together. 

Plus, when you regularly see the same therapist they are able to read subtle differences in your body, which is beneficial for healing. 

During my last massage, I was extremely emotional, this time though I was immediately lulled into complete relaxation as the hot stones moved the fragrant oils across my body.

At the end of the massage a smoking ceremony is performed, which brought my awareness back into the room as the smoke trailed over me, cleansing my aura.

After that, instead of returning to the relaxation lounge, I went into the courtyard for my refreshments.

There's no time limit on how long you linger.

And I was quite happy sitting in the presence of a rather stunning old tree, with the sun warming my body.

As I did last time, before leaving I have rebooked the same treatment with the same therapist again in another three months...