Touch Yourself, Babe:

Joy Dean
Jun 28
3 min read

Why Massage Is Your Shortcut to Self-Love and Mental Magic

Let’s cut to the chase: massage isn’t just about candles, spa playlists, or being fancy on holiday. It’s a powerful form of self-respect, emotional reset, and a golden ticket to feeling like yourself again.

At Hoop Hustle Flow, we’re big believers in doing the things that make you feel alive, connected, and instill wellbeing, inside and out. That’s why the essence of massage (yes, even the self-given kind) is built into everything we do, especially our PlayWell Retreat in Ibiza.

So let’s break it down...

💆🏾‍♀️ Massage: It’s Not a Luxury, It’s a Lifestyle

Massage is one of the few things that instantly shifts your mood, energy, and body all in one go. It’s therapy for your muscles and your mind. Whether you’re tense from Zoom meetings, school runs, or just life-ing too hard—your body is keeping the score.

Here’s why every woman needs massage in her toolkit:

Boosts mental clarity and focus (hello, creativity!)
Lowers stress and anxiety by activating the parasympathetic nervous system (that sweet “rest & digest” zone)
Eases tightness in hips, shoulders, jaw—and emotional tension too
Improves sleep, mood, digestion, and hormonal balance
And maybe most importantly: it reconnects you to your body in a way that feels nourishing, not performative

Can’t Book a Pro? Touch Yourself. No, Really.

Now before you roll your eyes, hear us out.

Not everyone has the time, budget, or access to book weekly massages. But that doesn’t mean you can’t give your body the love it craves.

Enter: Self-Massage.

We’re not talking awkward pat-downs here. We’re talking:

Rubbing your thighs like you love them
Stroking your belly with care, not criticism
Giving your shoulders the squeeze they desperately need
Massaging your feet after a long day with intention (and maybe a little oil)

It sounds cheeky, sure. But also: it’s revolutionary!

Learning to touch your own body with softness, reverence, and care is a bold act of self-love. And yes, we teach you how to do this at our retreat, in a way that’s playful, empowering, and non-awkward. (Promise.)

Why We Pair Massage with Yoga (and Sisterhood)

You know what goes hand-in-hand with a great massage? Movement that heals, instead of punishes.

At PlayWell Retreat, we offer intimate playful yoga sessions designed for real women with real lives and real bodies:

Sensual Flow Yoga to help you feel yourself (literally and emotionally)
Yin + Restorative to unwind deep tension
Yoga Booty with a Twist for strength, sass, and sweat
Self-Massage Rituals so you can take the power home with you

Our yoga isn’t just about being bendy. It’s about coming home to your body in a space that’s safe, soulful, and wildly fun.

And yes, of course, we can have massage therapists on-site, for those ready to surrender to the table and let someone else do the work. You choose. This retreat is for you.