Passive income: NO

Starting a massage therapy practice with the aim of earning passive income is challenging due to the nature of the service-based business. While it's possible to set up systems like online booking and automated reminders, the hands-on nature of massage therapy requires active participation from the practitioner. Most massage therapists do not achieve a fully passive income solely from their practice. Outliers who may reach a level of passive income often have multiple therapists working for them or offer additional services like spa packages. It's essential to manage expectations and understand that passive income in this field typically involves diversifying income streams beyond just providing massages.