I after listening to a podcast by cosmo featuring Colin, my interest was piqued.
Something about the interview spoke to me so I decided to research some more. I scrolled the website and read it all in detail (a couple times!). I thought about it a good while then decided to get in touch with Colin. He was very easy to chat to (during the initial free chat) and very matter of fact - nothing was 'too much' or felt weird and there was no pressure to book at the time. After some months of deliberation, I finally took the plunge and booked the exploration massage with Colin. This was a big step towards being able to genuinely feel good mentally and physically in my body after a difficult few years. I was recovering from having my baby with subsequent birth trauma and slow healing from a tear. It was painful to have sex and I was not confident in my body. I was also feeling generally tense, uptight and stressed. In need of some gentle connection.
With a lack of intimacy at home with my partner, there was some frustration and was wanting to find a comfortable middle ground to get my needs met that did not involve an affair - I went with the "other" option (as Colin likes to put it) :sensual massage.
Getting the first massage was like reawakening my 'old' self and learning to relax and be IN my body rather than my head. And trust that I can feel pleasure in my vagina not just 'bad stuff' (like pain and tightness). It was also pretty cool to discover what other touches felt surprisingly good and being in a position where igniting all the senses can happen in a slow, and expertly crafted way.
I love being massaged. It releases SO much tension and helps me to feel balanced and energised. With the sensual side, it's a boost to the confidence to know that my body is capable of pleasure and beautiful feelings- even after going through some trauma. I get to switch off and go with the flow during some 'me-time' and it's OK to let go and vocalise too. It's a judgement free zone and you are not made to feel embarrassed
With the absolute massage; on top of all the usual benefits of a great sensual massage, I had the opportunity to try and explore some different sensual elements that might be taken as a bit taboo or a "bit much" that I was hesitant to ask for before.
Safe to say I have came back for many return visits! And now I do volunteer for students that want to learn the craft. This is a great chance to enjoy a massage and learn a little bit of 'behind the scenes' of what makes a good massage - especially of the sensual kind. And in the meantime, giving live feedback to help the students improve their skills and massage techniques.
The studio he works from is lovely - welcoming, warm and cosy. Always smells great and the facilities to shower and use the bathroom are clean. Everything you need is there
Highly recommend Colin and his services provided. The community he has built is also excellent and great to know like minded friends, learn and chat about our love of massage!
Thank you again xx
