Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XVIII

6 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I The deeply relaxing massage is focused towards guests who have high-pressure jobs and may find it hard to switch off from work mode, or again for jetlagged or generally sleep-deprived guests who could benefit from having the perfect night’s sleep – as Jordana will attest, after this treatment, you’ll be sure to sleep soundly. Before the massage begins, warm towels are placed on the feet and back to initiate the body into a deep sleep mode. Warming the feet has been shown to alleviate tired or aching feet, plus it helps to relieve insomnia and stress. The warmth on your back will slow the breathing down and promote deeper breaths, which helps to release muscle tension and increase oxygen to the brain, which reduces excessive anxiety levels. As you relax your body, you may find that the breathing brings clarity and insights to you as well. Stress is known to narrow our attention-focusing abilities, and