Typical explanations of how massage works are usually more physiological or mechanical, and while speaking about what processes take place, they are not good explanations as to why it happens?  In this episode we paint a broad picture to understand the real truth about how massage actually works. 

We discuss types of issues and their causes and how they all cause the 'guarding response' and that Massage is a great way to talk to that 'guarding response' and allow the body to return to its natural functioning.  We use psychotherapy or talk therapy as an alalogy to demonstrate how the same principles of recovery can apply to both the mental and physical..... Enjoy!

The major mistake I see people making is chasing the new 'shiny objects' and thinking that if we do a bunch of different hacks, that that will somehow compensate for our lack of attention to the fundamentals.  If you think hacks can make up for doing the basics well then you're kidding yourself. Whether it's a training hack, diet hack, or anything else - hacks can be useful, but if you're taking the focus away from the fundamentals, then the price is too high.  

Hacks are spices, not staples. They can enhance good quality food, but they're not the meal!

In this episode you find out what authentic edge is, and why the podcast was created.  We describe the overall mission to balance and optimize the body and mind, who the podcast is for, and what the structure of the podcast will be.  

Some of the main philosophies will be touched on, including the 'anthropological perspective of health', Gaps in Western Medicine, multidirectional holistic health, and the symbolism behind the gemstone logo.