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Welcome to Calm Waters Massage! Owned by Daurie Harbican, a licensed massage therapist, we offer personalized treatments to help you relax, heal, and recharge.

Your wellness is our priority—experience the calm today and feel better tomorrow.

06/01/2026

Massage therapy includes many different modalities, each designed with a unique approach and purpose.

Some common examples include:

🌿 Swedish Massage – Uses long, flowing strokes to promote relaxation and general wellness.

🏃 Sports Massage – Focuses on muscles used during physical activity and may include stretching or movement-based techniques.

🤰 Prenatal Massage – Modified techniques designed to accommodate pregnancy and enhance comfort.

🪑 Chair Massage – Performed while fully clothed in a specialized chair, often in workplaces or public settings.

🧘 Thai Massage – Typically performed on a floor mat with the client fully clothed and incorporates assisted stretching and movement.

No matter the modality, massage therapists adjust techniques to meet each client's goals, comfort level, and needs.

05/12/2026

🌿 “Stretch & Feel Better” Series from Calm Waters Massage 🌿

📍 Gentle opening for the ribs, sides, & upper body mobility
~Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart
~Raise one arm overhead while keeping the opposite hand on your hip
~Gently lean to the opposite side, keeping both feet grounded
~Hold 15–30 seconds while breathing slowly, then switch sides

💙 This stretch helps lengthen the muscles along the sides of the torso and may help reduce stiffness through the ribs, shoulders, and upper back. Gentle side bending can encourage mobility of the thoracic region and rib cage, which play an important role in comfortable breathing and upright posture. Slow, steady breathing during the stretch promotes relaxation, body awareness, and a gentle release of built-up tension throughout the upper body.

05/04/2026

Many people carry tension in their jaw without even realizing it.

Stress, focus, and even screen time can lead to unconscious clenching or grinding of the teeth. Over time, this can fatigue the muscles around the jaw and temples, leading to tightness, headaches, and discomfort when opening or closing the mouth.

The jaw is closely connected to the neck and surrounding muscles, so tension here can also contribute to tightness in the upper body.

Bringing awareness to the jaw, practicing relaxation, and massage therapy can help reduce built-up tension and support more natural movement. 💙

Throughout the day, gently check in—are your teeth resting together or slightly apart? A small release in the jaw can make a noticeable difference.

05/01/2026

Only have an hour?

A 60-minute full body massage gives your body the time it needs to truly reset — combining a variety of techniques to create a personalized session based on what you’re needing most.
Perfect if you have a few areas of tension or just want a full body relaxation experience.

In 60 minutes, we can:
✔️ Address 2–3 focus areas without feeling rushed
✔️ Relieve built-up muscle tension throughout the body
✔️ Improve circulation and overall movement
✔️ Calm the nervous system from head to toe

This session allows for both focused work and full body flow — so you don’t have to choose between relief and relaxation.

If 30 minutes helps, 60 minutes allows your body to fully unwind 🌊

✨ Booking available when you’re ready

04/13/2026

🌿 “Stretch & Feel Better” Series from Calm Waters Massage 🌿

📍 Gentle release for the jaw & facial tension
~Sit or stand tall
~Place the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth behind your front teeth
~Slowly open your mouth as wide as comfortable, then gently close
~Repeat 5–10 times, breathing slowly and evenly

💙 This movement helps relax the muscles around the jaw, reduce clenching, and ease tension often associated with stress, posture strain, or prolonged screen time. Keeping the tongue gently on the roof of the mouth encourages a relaxed jaw resting position and improved neuromuscular balance. Slow breathing may support a calmer nervous system state, helping the body release unnecessary tension and bring awareness to areas that tend to overwork.

04/08/2026

Taking time for hobbies isn’t just fun—it’s actually good for your body and mind.

Activities like playing video games (especially open-world styles like The Legend of Zelda) can help reduce stress by giving your mind a break from everyday pressures. That mental “escape” can help your nervous system shift out of stress mode and into a more relaxed state.

Research also shows that hobbies in general—whether it’s gaming, reading, crafting, or spending time outdoors—can lower stress levels, improve mood, and support overall well-being by increasing feelings of enjoyment and control.

💙 The key is balance:
Too much screen time can have the opposite effect, so it’s important to enjoy hobbies in moderation and mix in movement and rest.

Self-care doesn’t always have to be serious—sometimes it looks like doing something you genuinely enjoy.

03/31/2026

When your body holds onto tension throughout the day, it doesn’t always “turn off” when it’s time to rest. Tight muscles, lingering discomfort, and a busy mind can all make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep.

Massage works by helping release that built-up physical tension, which can reduce discomfort and make it easier for your body to settle into a more restful state. Research suggests that massage may improve sleep quality by promoting relaxation and easing muscle tightness—two key factors in getting deeper, more restorative sleep.

If you’ve ever found yourself lying in bed unable to fully relax, your body might be asking for a reset. Sometimes, better sleep starts with helping your body let go of the day. 💙

03/24/2026

🌿 “Stretch & Feel Better” Series from Calm Waters Massage 🌿

📍 Gentle release for the spine & reset for the body
~Lie comfortably on your back
~Bring your knees in, then slowly drop them to one side
~Keep your shoulders grounded and arms relaxed
~Hold and breathe slowly, allowing the body to soften into the twist

💙 This stretch helps gently mobilize the spine, reduce tension through the lower back, and support natural movement within the abdomen. Twisting can encourage digestive flow while also relieving stiffness built up from prolonged sitting or daily strain. Slow, steady breathing allows the body to relax deeper into the stretch, supporting both physical release and nervous system calm.🌿

03/10/2026

Many people experience tight hips simply from daily sitting.
When we sit for long periods, the hip flexor muscles—including the psoas and iliacus—remain in a shortened position. Over time, this can lead to stiffness, reduced mobility, and discomfort in the hips. Because these muscles attach to the pelvis and lower back, tight hip flexors can also affect pelvic movement and contribute to lower back tension

Research has also shown that prolonged sitting and physical inactivity are associated with reduced hip extension, meaning the hips may lose some of their ability to fully open and move freely.
Taking regular movement breaks, stretching the hips, and receiving massage therapy can help improve circulation, encourage healthy tissue movement, and support better mobility in the hips and lower back.
Small adjustments throughout the day can help keep the hips feeling more open, supported, and comfortable. 💙

If you spend a lot of your day sitting, take a moment to notice how your hips feel after long periods of sitting. They may simply be asking for more movement than they’re getting.

03/02/2026

Only have 30 minutes?

Targeted massage focuses on the areas that need it most — perfect for stubborn neck tension, upper body stress, or lower back tightness.

Even a focused session can:
✔️ Reduce muscle tension
✔️ Improve circulation
✔️ Support range of motion
✔️ Calm the nervous system

You don’t always need a full hour to feel a difference. Sometimes focused, intentional work is exactly what your body needs.

Relief doesn’t have to take all day 🌊

✨ Booking available when you’re ready

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Orem, UT
84058

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https://calm-waters-massage.massagetherapy.com/home

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