Hawaiian Lomilomi: Big Island Massage
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| Rating | : | 4.70 (899 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0967725321 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-31 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Richly illustrated, this book provides an intimate and easy to digest portrait of lomi-lomi from the perspective of the Hawaiian people. It contains new photos and a thorough presentation of many popular techniques, including the use of hot stones, plant medicines, and salt water. This extraordinary overview of traditional and contemporary lomi-lomi massage offers a unique opportunity for readers to discover the value and wisdom of Hawaiian cultural healing practices. This new second edition is the only comprehens
The only book on Lomilomi (Lomi Lomi) from hawaiian sources Hawaiian Lomilomi, Big Island Massage, by Nancy S. KahalewaiThis book is currently the only book about Lomilomi (Lomi Lomi) based on Hawaiian sources. Lomilomi is one of the methods the traditional Hawaiian healers use for restoring health. What makes this book especially valuable is that the author acts as mediator between Hawaiian tradition and modern bodywork.The reader gets a chance to understand how this bodywork is a part of the sacred Hawaiian healing arts and not just a massage which tries to deal wit. A Customer said Finally! A book on lomilomi massage!. This book is ideal for the professional therapist or for anyone desiring to learn more about loving touch and the spiritual ideas of the Hawaiian culture. Merging therapeutic touch with the essence of Hawaii, reading this book can bring the feeling of aloha into anyone's world, wherever you are. I highly recommend this book for both its practical application value as well as its fascinating look at the kupuna (respected elders) who practice lomilomi and traditional Hawaiian healing.. "Highly Recommend" according to Ms. M. J. Nielsen. Sorry for late response. Delivery and state of product was perfect - thank you!Kind regards,Melissa
-- Massage Magazine, May/June 2005. -- Bill Taylor, Hawaii Island Journal, October 2004Her extensive research and personal experience for three decades in Hawaii make this book a significant contribution to the field. Outstanding--Kahalewai's entire approach to Hawaiian lomilomi and the culture itselfis one of reverence and respectvery fluid and enjoyable