Finding My True Calling: My Journey Through the World of Massage Competitions
As a former Muay Thai fighter turned massage therapist, I've always thrived on challenges. But nothing quite prepared me for the intensity and revelation that came with participating in my first massage therapy competition. Today, I want to share that experience with you and how it solidified my belief that I've truly found my calling.
I knew that to get it right I was going to have to replicate the viewing conditions of someone from the future, so I grabbed my space helmet from the closet, created a new Figma document, and got to work. ## The Lead-Up When I first heard about the regional massage therapy competition, I was intrigued but hesitant. Could my unique blend of Muay Thai experience and healing techniques stand up to the traditional methods? With encouragement from my clients and colleagues at Warrior Wellness, I decided to take the plunge. The weeks leading up to the competition were a whirlwind of preparation. I fine-tuned my techniques, studied various scenarios I might encounter, and worked on staying calm under pressure – a skill I thought I had mastered in the boxing ring, but now faced a new test. ## The Revelation As the competition came to a close, I realized something profound. The discipline, focus, and body awareness I had honed in Muay Thai were not separate from my massage therapy skills – they were an integral part of them. My journey as a fighter had not ended when I left the ring; it had evolved, finding new expression in the healing arts. The judges announced the results, and to my amazement, I won the competition for innovative techniques. But the real prize was the clarity I gained about my path. At Warrior Wellness, I now bring this unified approach to every session. The warrior spirit that once drove me to excel in the ring now fuels my passion for healing and wellness. This competition showed me that true mastery comes not from compartmentalizing our experiences, but from integrating them. Remember: Your unique journey is your greatest strength. Embrace every part of it, for you never know how your past will shape your future. Siriluk, Owner of Warrior Wellness
I knew that to get it right I was going to have to replicate the viewing conditions of someone from the future, so I grabbed my space helmet from the closet, created a new Figma document, and got to work. ## The Lead-Up When I first heard about the regional massage therapy competition, I was intrigued but hesitant. Could my unique blend of Muay Thai experience and healing techniques stand up to the traditional methods? With encouragement from my clients and colleagues at Warrior Wellness, I decided to take the plunge. The weeks leading up to the competition were a whirlwind of preparation. I fine-tuned my techniques, studied various scenarios I might encounter, and worked on staying calm under pressure – a skill I thought I had mastered in the boxing ring, but now faced a new test. ## The Revelation As the competition came to a close, I realized something profound. The discipline, focus, and body awareness I had honed in Muay Thai were not separate from my massage therapy skills – they were an integral part of them. My journey as a fighter had not ended when I left the ring; it had evolved, finding new expression in the healing arts. The judges announced the results, and to my amazement, I won the competition for innovative techniques. But the real prize was the clarity I gained about my path. At Warrior Wellness, I now bring this unified approach to every session. The warrior spirit that once drove me to excel in the ring now fuels my passion for healing and wellness. This competition showed me that true mastery comes not from compartmentalizing our experiences, but from integrating them. Remember: Your unique journey is your greatest strength. Embrace every part of it, for you never know how your past will shape your future. Siriluk, Owner of Warrior Wellness