There’s one muscle that has such a huge impact on everything. Your puffiness. Your headaches. Your facial asymmetry. Your neck tension. Your masseter. Do this easy test. Open your mouth and check how many fingers fit stacked on top of each other. Yes it looks funny. Do it anyway. One finger. That’s really not good. Your jaw is severely restricted. You might be impaired in ways you don’t even realize. Two fingers. Also not enough. Your masseter is tight and limiting your whole face. Three fingers

This is a great jaw release that you can do yourself. I find it particularly helpful when I’ve been clenching my teeth in my sleep. It can be quite intense so go gently to begin with. You don’t have to press hard to make a difference. Start with 5 or 6 strokes on each side. Follow along for more targeted micro moves that actually work to release tension and help you move more freely. If you have a medical condition, injury, or are unsure whether this technique is suitable for you, follow the gui