Badass Bodyworkers

Rebecca Brumfield
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Being a bodyworker can be the most rewarding & fruitful career, but it comes with a ton of mentally & physically draining challenges that can be difficult to navigate. Do you struggle to find work-life balance, beat burnout, maintain boundaries, and reduce the stress of being an overwhelmed (but passionate) bodyworker? Let's pick the brains of top experts in the spa, massage, and wellness industry to deliver you the best actionable business, mindset, and marketing tips that teach you how to THRIVE rather than SURVIVE in your bodywork career.

  1. [Ep. 36] The Sacred Art of Hair: Where Spirituality Meets Style

    05/14/2025

    [Ep. 36] The Sacred Art of Hair: Where Spirituality Meets Style

    Discover how to connect with your hair as a vessel of spiritual power in this fascinating conversation with Cheyenne, a nomadic hairstylist and energy worker from Texas. Following a spiritual awakening during the pandemic, Cheyenne transformed her traditional cosmetology practice into a unique blend of hair care and energy work. Cheyenne shares her approach to creating meaningful experiences for clients, emphasizing the importance of understanding their cultural backgrounds, life goals, and emotional needs. Her home-based studio provides a sacred space where traditional styling meets spiritual ritual, helping clients achieve both inner and outer transformation. WE WILL LEARN: hair as a powerful medium for personal transformation emotional release ancient practice of hair mapping & braiding, and how intentional hair care can facilitate deep personal growth Ready to discover how your next haircut could be more than just a style change? Tune in to this enlightening episode that bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern hair care practices. CONNECT WITH US: - Cheyenne on Facebook - Cheyenne's website - Starlit Stylist on Instagram - Badass Bodyworkers Facebook Group - Badass Bodyworkers instagram

    32 min
  2. Mindful Motion: Superhighway Spinal Flow| Michele Burch

    12/15/2024

    Mindful Motion: Superhighway Spinal Flow| Michele Burch

    Meet Michele Burch, a Spinal Flow Practitioner, wellness coach, medical intuitive at E-Motion Wellness, in Austin, Texas. Her journey using energy therapy to help clients achieve nervous system support and regain stress relief has lead her to learning Spinal Flow. Ready to explore a revolutionary approach to healing that combines neuroscience, intuition, and gentle touch? Tune in to learn how spinal flow could be the key to unlocking your body's natural healing potential. We chat about: - holistic treatment combining 25 different healing techniques and science behind Spinal Flow - how Michele got introduced to Spinal Flow - how this innovative approach works by targeting key access points along the spine to enhance cerebrospinal fluid flow - Rebecca's review of the treatment - the spinal cord is body's healing superhighway - the comprehensive training program - client success stories FIND US: - Michele's ⁠E-Motion Wellness⁠ website - Michele Burch on ⁠FB Messenger⁠ - Badass Bodyworkers on ⁠Instagram⁠ - Badass Bodyworkers on ⁠Facebook⁠

    33 min

  3. 08/21/2024

    [ep34] Oh, Goodness Grief! | Krystal Marie

    In today's episode, Krystal Marie LMT and I talk about grief massage and bereavement bodywork. WE EXPLORE: - customized intake process for grief sessions - the importance of intuitive touch and understanding clients' needs - creating a safe and supportive environment for clients - the challenges of transitioning from deep tissue massages to light, nurturing touch in grief work - setting time afterwards to process one's own emotions and maintain boundaries - the importance of self-care and flexibility in scheduling to accommodate unexpected events - the importance of allowing time for processing emotions - how to support clients who are grieving outside of the treatment room FREE FACEBOOK GROUP

    32 min

  4. 07/08/2024

    Quick Convo: RAPID Nuero Fascial Reset | Sherry & Rob Routledge

    "Pain Relief, Not Management' is the slogan for today's guest - Sherry & Rob Routledge. They are Canadian-trained massage therapists with over 50 years of combined industry experience. They began teaching our approach after being persistently sought out by local colleagues eager to learn our technique. Rob developed the technique, and with Sherry's scientific background, she's refined it into what we believe is the most effective, scientifically-backed modality available. They have been teaching RAPID since 2016 and are approved providers for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB). RAPID is fully accredited across Canada, extending this expertise not only to massage therapists but also to physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, doctors and nurses. Additionally, RAPID is an approved course by the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) in the United Kingdom. RAPID currently has 3200 practitioners world wide. _______________ Links Mentioned: - RAPID Facebook Page - Website & Classes - RAPID Instagram

    29 min
  5. [ep32] Power of Personality: Branding for Bodyworkers | Jessica York

    07/01/2024

    [ep32] Power of Personality: Branding for Bodyworkers | Jessica York

    Jessica York is a massage veteran with 19 years in the field located in Ferndale, Michigan near Detroit. She currently holds a state massage and cosmetology license as well as a national certification and is a national educator with Apex Retreat Seminars. Jessica's multifaceted business has multiple community outreaches and groups and she heavily believes in the power of connecting industries together for mutual success. Her classes vary in skillet from Implicit Bias to Prenatal Pain Management to Green Spa Ethics, plus she has additional marketing and body work courses available as well. Jess truly believes that the bodyworker career is a very personal journey for manual medicine and it's up to the individual to set their mark on the world. On today's episode, we discuss: - Marketing and PR strategies for bodyworkers - Camera readiness tips for professionals - Brand photography, contracts, and communication with photographers - Preparing for and navigating live news interviews - Posing for photoshoots, lighting, and communication with photographers - Promoting businesses through social media, networking, and community engagement. - Marketing strategies for small businesses, including using diverse stock photos and featuring real clients JESSICA ON SOCIAL: - Breathe: Ferndale Instagram - Apex Retreat Seminars Instagram - Jess on Facebook - Coterie Detroit on IG OTHER RESOURCES: - Badass Bodyworkers on FB - Apex Retreat Seminars CEUs - Stock Photo Package for Bodyworkers

    40 min

  6. 05/01/2024

    [ep31] The Art of Ambiance | Jamie Smith

    Jamie Smith received her Master’s Certification from the ⁠Heritage School of Interior Design⁠,  and completed the ⁠Healthy Materials Lab⁠ course at the Parsons School of Design and ⁠Biophilic Design⁠ through Living Future Institute. She teaches ‘⁠Massage Room Design⁠’ at Oregon School of Massage. Her BA is from UCSC in Cultural Anthropology. She has a professional background as a Licensed Massage Therapist and ⁠Certified Holistic Health Coach⁠.  She lives in SE Portland with her husband and son. She is a member of the Interior Design Society.  Much like her former massage practice, her design practice is integrative, seeking to unite parts into a cohesive whole,  bringing subtle nuance into the structural. s RESOURCES MENTIONED:  - ⁠Free Room Design Guide⁠ - ADA:  ⁠https://happyhausstudios.com/blog/ada⁠ - ⁠Treatment Room Inspiration⁠ Photo Album on FB - Special offer for BABS: 50% off a 1hr design consult  - Badass Bodyworkers ⁠Facebook Group⁠ - Happy Haus Studio on ⁠Instagram⁠ - Happy Haus Studio on ⁠Facebook⁠ - Happy Haus on ⁠Pinterest⁠

    36 min

  7. 03/16/2024

    [ep30] The 10 Commandments of Cannabis Lobbying for LMTs

    Our guest today, Jordan Person, is one of the leading experts in the cannabis industry for over 16 years. She has worked with the plant in every aspect and is an advocate on all levels - from cultivation, trimming, dispensary managing, creating products in licensed kitchens, every method of consumption possible, created the modality of cannabis massage, designed my own line of cannabinoid skincare, juicing, edibles, education, activism, and the list goes on. Jordan is business owner, educator, and mentor. Her days are now spent writing for various publications, creating educational content for spa conferences and wellness professionals, R& D for new products, and consulting for the spa industry. In today's episode, we learn: Getting started in lobbying for massage therapists Understanding the legislative process Identifying your issue and preparing materials to present to legislators Finding, contacting, & communicating with your representatives Hosting lobby days and offering chair massages Best practices, such as dressing professionally and making a good first impression Tips on speaking to legislators, including honesty, gratitude, and professionalism Building relationships with legislators and maintaining communication Being bipartisan and respectful of legislators' time and challenges Encouraging other LMTs to organize & join lobby days FOLLOW BADASS BODYWORKERS: -FB Group⁠ - FB Biz Page⁠ - Instagram⁠ - LinkedIn⁠ FOLLOW PRIMAL THERAPEUTICS: - ⁠Facebook⁠ - ⁠Instagram - ⁠LinkedIn - ⁠CBD Education - Etsy Shop⁠⁠ (free shipping with code "CANNABABS") CONTACT JORDAN: ⁠FB Messenger⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠

    51 min
  8. [ep29] Vibrational Wellness: Sensory Sound Healing | Ann Martin

    02/16/2024

    [ep29] Vibrational Wellness: Sensory Sound Healing | Ann Martin

    Ann Martin is an internationally known musician, healer, educator and soundscape artist who brings a contemporary approach to singing bowls and gongs. She cultivates dynamic and harmonically beautiful meditative concerts that are deeply relaxing and memorable. With 30 years in the healing arts and 40 years as a professional musician, she brings a fresh perspective to mindfulness, presence and wellness. Her meditative concerts offer a new level of insight around working with sound as musical medicine. Ann is a sought-after recording artist, published author, keynote speaker and international instructor of the BLISSbowls™ series of 5-star online singing bowl training courses, viewed in 97 countries and translated into 33 languages. - For more information on sound bowl classes, concerts and healing sessions, visit:⁠ ⁠MileHighHealingVibe.com⁠⁠ - Join the free⁠ ⁠Badass Bodyworkers⁠⁠ FB group - Follow⁠ ⁠Badass Bodyworkers⁠⁠ on Instagram

    52 min
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Being a bodyworker can be the most rewarding & fruitful career, but it comes with a ton of mentally & physically draining challenges that can be difficult to navigate. Do you struggle to find work-life balance, beat burnout, maintain boundaries, and reduce the stress of being an overwhelmed (but passionate) bodyworker? Let's pick the brains of top experts in the spa, massage, and wellness industry to deliver you the best actionable business, mindset, and marketing tips that teach you how to THRIVE rather than SURVIVE in your bodywork career.

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  • Creator
    Rebecca Brumfield
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Rebecca Brumfield
  • Show Website
    Badass Bodyworkers