Miami, FL – February 27, 2024 – The Global Massage Makes Me Happy and Healthy initiative announces its goal to spread the word about the benefits of massage therapy, honor the work of massage therapists and host an annual online celebration each March 20th – which has been designated as “Global Massage Makes Me Happy and Healthy Day”. From soothing sore muscles and melting away stress to boosting immunity and promoting deeper sleep, massage therapy offers many benefits for people of all ages and backgrounds.
According to the non-profit Global Wellness Institute (GWI), research shows that massage supports physical and emotional well-being, so in other words, massage creates happiness. “After 40 years of research,” explains Dr. Tiffany Field, Founder & Director of the University of Miami School of Medicine’s Touch Research Institute, and medical spokesperson for the GWI Massage Makes Me Happy and Healthy Initiative, “we have yet to find a chronic or systematic human malady that massage does not aid.”
All are invited to join the “Massage Makes Me Happy and Healthy Day” celebration; an hour-long online Zoom event on March 20th where a panel of experts share 2024 wellness and massage trends and highlight research showing why massage is beneficial for the mind, body and spirit including:
● Susie Ellis, Founder, Global Wellness Institute & Global Wellness Summit
● Tiffany Field, Ph.D., Director/Founder of the Touch Research Institute
● Karen Short, CEO Universal Companies
● Jim Chenevey, CEO Earthlite
● CG Funk, Chief Therapeutic Experience Officer, Massage Heights Franchising
The Massage Makes Me Happy and Healthy initiative is funded by leading industry organizations which include Earthlite, Universal Companies, Scrip Companies/Massage Warehouse, and Massage Heights. In addition, the initiative is supported by the Spa Industry Association, Massage Media and a volunteer committee of passionate massage and spa industry representatives.
JOIN THE CELEBRATION:
Date: March 20th, 2024
Time: 12:00 EST
ZOOM Link: https://bit.ly/49SlgPM
Meeting ID: 822 2892 1475 | Passcode: 850451
ABOUT THE GLOBAL WELLNESS INSTITUTE (GWI)
A nonprofit 501(c)(3), GWI is considered the leading global research and educational resource for the global wellness industry and is known for introducing major industry initiatives that bring together leaders to chart the future. GWI positively impacts global health and wellness by educating public institutions, businesses, and individuals on how they can work to prevent disease, reduce stress, and enhance the overall quality of life. Its mission is to empower wellness worldwide.
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