Sarah Maag Massage Therapy

Our office's beautiful, craftsman building has a new coat of paint. Isn't it lovely?✨

Why book a massage? A colleague once told me that the only way to truly answer that question is by receiving a massage yourself. Last Monday the amazing hands of reminded me yet again of the power of presence and the importance human touch. 🙏

✨PSA✨ We are finalizing the details to reopen our doors, but are not quite ready yet. Thank you for your patience! We plan to open in the first few weeks of August, so keep an eye out for a date both here + on our website (🔗 in bio)! // Photo:

✨Update✨Massage Therapy has officially been assigned to Phase III of Governor Cuomo’s reopening plan. We will let you know when we have an opening date.
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In the meantime, shop local for essential oils to spruce up your self-massage (Ravensara + Eucalyptus Globulus have been our go-to oils)!🌿 // Photo:

✨Update✨Massage Therapy has officially been assigned to Phase III of Governor Cuomo’s reopening plan. We will let you know when we have an opening date.
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In the meantime, shop local at for essential oils to spruce up your self-massage (Ravensara + Eucalyptus Globulus have been our go-to oils)!🌿 // Photo:

Take A Minute | “We do not need to be more than we are. But we do need to make sure that we are not less.” .dokun spoke these powerful words last week just after reminding us that, “It is no mistake that we—with our particular set of skills, talents, gifts, heart, passion—that we were born during this time, to tackle the challenges that are before us.”
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Be all that you are today.🌿 // Image: via

Take A Minute | “We do not need to be more than we are. But we do need to make sure that we are not less.” spoke these powerful words last week just after reminding us that, “It is no mistake that we—with our particular set of skills, talents, gifts, heart, passion—that we were born during this time, to tackle the challenges that are before us.”
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Be all that you are today.🌿 // Image: via

✨PSA✨ In accordance with Governor Cuomo’s phased reopening plan, massage therapy practices *must remain closed* during Phase I which starts May 15th. We will keep you updated as we learn more throughout the coming weeks. In the meantime, keep following us as well as other great therapists like + for at-home self care inspo. 🌿// Photo:

Heat 🔥works wonders on tight, stiff muscles. If you don’t have a good heating pad, we highly recommend the large heating pad by which is microwaveable. 🙌🏽 They made us an unscented sak in a soft cream waffle knit + we quickly bought a second.
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After warming your pad, get into the most confortable position possible then place the pad on the area of tension for 5-10 minutes. Afterward, gently move the area through its full range of motion. (Note: avoid heat if you recently injured the area.)
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Rinse + repeat! 🌿 Photos// @ Downtown Brooklyn

Take A Minute | Sometimes when the road seems to stretch on forever in front of you, you just need a good walking stick. What or whom can support you today?🌿
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I have found amazing support from a new podcast by , Unlocking Us. My favorite episodes this far are from March 19 and April 2. 🤲🏽

Headaches can appear out of nowhere in times of stress. Patrina has crafted a list of three at-home tips for keeping your migraines + headaches at bay in the coming weeks.💆🏼‍♀️💆🏻💆🏽‍♂️
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1—Self massage or rolling a ball over muscles at the base of the head, back of the neck and shoulders to loosen tension (any time).
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2—Applying finger pressure to acupressure points [30 to 60 sec] can help manage pain from headaches (during H/A). Points: (1) LI 4-Between base of thumb and index finger close to bone. (2) GB 20-Circular space on either side of posterior neck where muscles attach to skull at base of head. (3) UB 2-Slight depression under inner eyebrow above inner corner of eye. (4) ST 8-In front hairline on sides of forehead directly above cheekbone.
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3—A warm towel compress for 5min over neck + shoulder muscles after a migraine (never during) or during a tension headache will help to relax muscles, lessening tension. You can use an electric or microwavable heating pad as well. @ Downtown Brooklyn