Oregon School of Massage nomination essay

I wrote this short essay to nominate OSM for a massage school makeover with Massage Today. 

 

What do you feel your school did to make your education
exceed your expectations?

 

I've always joked that I chose the Oregon School of Massage based on the color of its walls; a subtle, calming shade of lavender.  The real reason is much deeper than a coat of paint. The motto of the school is, "Engaging the whole person...body, mind and spirit," and that is in complete alignment with the staff at OSM.  Each staff member, teacher and office staff alike, is focused on creating an environment to fully support the students in their growth and progress while at OSM.

 

Not only does the OSM staff provide an excellent, well-rounded education in massage therapy, they help prepare students for the rigors of a career where ethics and business play a large part.  Going to massage school is challenging in a way conventional school is not.  Each staff member provides a different piece of the picture to support students as we come upon the challenges and opportunities of a body-centered education.

 

At OSM we are challenged to look more deeply at ourselves and at our motivation for becoming massage therapists. The staff at OSM are passionate and supportive in encouraging students to be the best they can be. We come from many different walks of life, we all have different needs in body, mind and spirit; the Oregon School of Massage is a place where you will find the support you need to be the successful massage therapist you want to become.

Changing like the weather

Wow! Lots of changes this month. I've decided to start my own business. I've been working full-time as a contractor for a day spa with only a few clients at my home office.  It is time to shift to something new.

The change will progress slowly. As of this moment, I'm still working full-time at the spa.  I am putting more time and effort into creating my own business and scaling back a few hours at work.

This is a big change for me and it is still sinking in.  I'm am putting this out there to let friends and clients know and to see what some of your reactions are.  I welcome comments, suggestions, concerns, stories, support, basically anything you have to offer.  

Thank you all who've stuck by me as I branch into this new career.

With Love, 

Dana