Massage is not just an indulgence.It is well known that a balanced life is essential to optimal health.Balance in plays an important role in physical and mental well-being. In today's fast-paced world,one of our greatest health challenges is to balance the effects of stress in our lives.The right amount of stress keeps life interesting, stimulating and worthwhile.But too much stress, especially stress unrelieved over a long period of time can have a negative impact on the quality of our lives and health .Some healthy and time-honored methods recommended for balancing stress include recreation and hobbies, holiday and vacation,fresh air andexercise, and relaxing therapeutic massage.