HeyJaredThe Black Massage Therapist
The Black Massage Therapist is a podcast exploring restorative and therapeutic wellness through the lived experience of a working massage therapist.
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- Sep 20, 2026
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Season 2 Finale – Massage During Times of Recovery (opens the original)
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In this heartfelt Season 1 finale, we explore what recovery truly means— and why rest isn't selfish. From injury and burnout to pregnancy and grief, your body knows how to heal; it just needs permission and support. I share three pathways of massage at Pendulum Massage (Restore, Nurture, Soothe) and announce what's coming in Season 3 —a special series made for therapists, bodyworkers, and healers, especially Black professionals in wellness. Book your recovery session at http://pendulummassage.co
How Massage Helps the Nervous System Slow Down: "Why relaxing isn't something you can force." (opens the original)
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Modern life keeps many of us in a constant state of doing, rushing and reacting. In this episode of The Black Massage Therapist , Pauline Blackwood explores how massage can support the nervous system by creating the conditions for rest, recovery and a greater sense of calm. You'll learn the difference between "fight or flight" and "rest and digest", why relaxing isn't something you can force, and how safe, therapeutic touch can encourage the body to let go of tension. Pauline also shares practic
Why Do Shoulders Hold So Much Tension? (opens the original)
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Whydo our shoulders hold so much tension? Is it stress, poor posture,desk work, ageing, or something deeper? In this episode of The Black Massage Therapist Podcast, PaulineBlackwood of Pendulum Massage explores the surprising reasonsshoulder and neck tension are so common. We'll look at how modern life, emotional stress, technology, breathing patterns and everyday habits can leave our upper body feeling stiff and uncomfortable. You'lldiscover:• Why stress often shows up in the shoulders.• How de
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