• Choose a warm (at least 70° F/21° C) quiet place.

• Be generous with cushions and pillows.

• Make room to move. Look after children and pets.

• Trim and file your fingernails, wash your hands.

• Dim the lights; play your partner’s favorite music.

• Turn phones off or put them on silent. Never rush.

• During rotations, move three times in one direction, then reverse. Repeat kneading strokes at least three times.

• During percussion, cover an area three times.

• Repeat circulation strokes on the arms and legs ten times.

from Sensual Massage Made Simple