More than a Massage: My Deeply Personal Healing Journey at LifeMassage in Calgary

When people ask me why I keep going back to Life Massage in Calgary, I usually just smile and say, “Because it works.” But the truth is—what happens at Life Massage, especially with Paulla, goes far beyond what most people think of when they hear the word “massage.”

For over five years now, I’ve trusted my body—and at times, my sanity—to Paulla and her unique approach to wellness and whole health. I originally found Life Massage waiting for my second spinal surgery, and if you’ve ever experienced chronic pain, you know that finding a practitioner who truly sees you and treats the whole you is rare. But Life Massage in Marda Loop, South Calgary, isn't your typical clinic—and Paulla isn’t your typical therapist.

The Hardest Year of My Life

Before Paulla and my surgery, I went through what I can only describe as the hardest, most painful and immobile year of my life. I arrived at Life Massage barely able to walk—hunched over, on a walker, often in tears. I wasn’t sleeping. I wasn’t functioning. I was just surviving.

There was Paulla.

With her, every session became something sacred. It wasn't just about releasing tension in my back or easing joint pain. It was a full-body, full-mind, and full-soul healing. She somehow intuitively knew exactly where to go—not just physically, but emotionally. From the carefully chosen salves she applies, to her grounding, calming presence—she helps you feel safe, supported, and seen.

I would walk in barely able to stand... and leave carrying my walker—lighter, freer, like something inside had shifted. Not just for an hour. For days.

My First True "Life Massage" Experience

Recently, I had my first full “Life Massage” experience, the Service that is “Life Massage”, not just the business name. It’s a unique 2+ hour journey that left me transformed in a way I can hardly explain. It starts from the moment you arrive.

You're greeted with a warm cup of home-brewed tea, crafted with ingredients chosen for your specific needs. Then comes the intuitive selection of hand-blended salves and crystals —each chosen not just for function, but for how their color, aroma, and energy call to you.

Paulla uses them for readings—a beautiful, grounding moment that personalizes your treatment even more. You begin to realize this isn’t just massage therapy. This is ceremony. It’s ritual. It’s an intentional, deeply embodied experience designed to help you heal, not just manage symptoms.

The 90-minute massage that follows isn’t just about muscles and fascia. It’s about trauma, hopes, grief, dreams, and the stories your body holds onto. Somehow, Paulla meets you exactly where you are, with tools that feel divinely chosen, to guide your healing at a cellular level.

It may sound dramatic—but I’m still feeling the effects a full week later.

A Life Massage Is For the Willing & The Ready!

This isn’t just a wellness trend. It’s not a spa-day. It’s a commitment to whole health. To facing what hurts, and having someone walk with you as you heal it—compassionately, intuitively, and with the kind of care most of us rarely receive in today's fast-paced world.

If you're in pain—physical, emotional, spiritual—or just looking for more than the standard massage in Calgary, I can’t recommend Life Massage enough. Because it’s not just about touch. It’s about transformation.

Looking for more than just a massage in Calgary?

Book your session with Paulla at Life Massage—and experience the kind of wellness that changes everything.