Today we’d like to introduce you to Shanta Martin
Hi Shanta, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I was working a call center job that I hated. I knew something needed to shift, my spirit was tired and I knew I was meant to do more then sit at a desk everyday. I thought about Massage school a few times but something told me to look into it once more. I went to the school for a tour and I was told classes started in 3 weeks. I didn’t think twice! I signed up right away and my journey began. Once I was in class I knew that was where I was supposed to be. It felt so familiar. I had no idea that massage school would be just the shift I was asking for in my life. Almost 7 years in now and I haven’t looked back. The personal growth has been amazing. Im very proud of myself.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It was not as smooth of a transition as I thought it would be. Ha! Right after I graduated, I got fired from my job. It was cool because I was ready to go. However I had to go into grind mode hard to stay a float financially. I was so worried about not being able to pay my bills I over worked myself and almost burnt out my first year in! Big lesson learned. I had to find my niche and pace myself. I had to dig deep and really trust myself and GOD. I needed to find balance in my practice. That took some time. More then I would have liked. But I truly learned a lot as I was going. Actually being in the field is a lot different than school. I found my way though, and now I believe I have my flow going…..just about! There is still so much to learn and always room for growth.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Serene Haven?
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist and Reiki II practitioner. I offer massage sessions that are infused with reiki healing.
Reiki is a energy healing modality. The art of tapping into divine/universal energy to assist my client in shifting/releasing and or infusing energy for healing purposes. This is just one term used to describe energy healing, However, the art of laying of hands goes back centuries. Ancestors of many cultures have used this modality to help the collective heal, shift and clear energy.
What sets me apart from others is I truly believe I have intuitive knowledge of energy and the body. I have a gift of making others feel comfortable and safe enough to relax into the session and let the energy move. There is a certain peace I carry that others can feel . I customize my sessions to my clients, there isn’t really a set routine. My name is Shanta, it derives from the word Shanti in sanskrit which mean “peace”. I have a deeper appreciation for the work because of my name. I truly means something to me to assist other in cultivating their own peace and healing.
Im still working on building my brand but so far what Im most proud of is the growth I’ve had in my personal spiritual journey. It has really allowed me to tap into the energy of my ancestors and spiritual guides who assist me in my sessions. The way my clients get off the table floating with relief and gratitude. It never gets old!
I want people to know that I want my clientele to consist of people who want to do the work. On the physical level and the spiritual level. Yes, massage is about the body, muscle recovery, tension relief, blood circulations ect. but its also about the spiritual body. Meditation, journaling, cleansing your energy amongst other things to maintain your spiritual body is so very important. It makes my job way easier too! I work my best and the outcome is better for my clients when they are doing the maintenance outside of sessions.
In addition to massage sessions and reiki. I do also offer Couples sessions, chair massage services and parties if requested.
So maybe we end on discussing what matters most to you and why?
My joy, My peace, My happiness, My rest.
I spent a huge chunk of my life being unhappy. Thriving in chaos and just tired. I had no idea how what true happiness was for a long time. Going into massage therapy I was really able to learn tools and develop relationships that helped me figure out how to calm my nervous system, to heal the things that kept me thriving in chaos and to find peace even when things weren’t going how I thought they should.
Healing old wounds and learning to accept my life and journey, Understanding that my life is this way for a reason. I’ve experienced everything that I needed to, to make me who I am today. To share what I’ve learned with other so they too can find their peace.
Rest is so important. I realized that my ancestors didn’t get to rest. They work hard taking care of everyone else and did not get to live out their dreams. They reminded me that rest is necessary for me to thrive and stay connected with source energy. They reminded me that it’s ok to rest because they didn’t get to.
I don’t take that lightly at all. I hope they are proud.
Im the happiest I’ve been in a long time and I’m grateful for my peace and joy! Its contagious! For others to see my light feels so good.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @serenehaven19
- Facebook: @serenehaven19
- Other: serenehaven19@gmail.com
