I undertook a year’s training, which started with an introductory day involving self-massage. I touched my leg, grabbing it with both hands and squeezing until my hands felt satisfied this was ‘massaging’. My legs responded by sending pain signals to my brain. I felt uncomfortable, but at the time the idea of being gentler on myself didn’t cross my mind. I had spent so much time completely disconnected from my body and had recently been learning about emotional pain in th

Got any resolutions for 2026? If so, you’re in good company - YouGov’s national surveys tell us 1 in 5 people in the UK are making at least one, and these are the most popular choices . In similar vein to the global trends from 2025 , health, wealth and loving relationships are at the top of the priority list. Taking a look at the top picks, here’s why a regular side-by-side massage with a loved one might help more than you think when making positive changes for the year ahea