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A great article by Trevor Crisman
www.themassagespecialist.com/massage/stress-massage.html Introduction to Massage Workshop An informative, nourishing and very relaxing weekend Suitable for beginners In this workshop we look specifically at Traditional Swedish Massage - Experience the benefits - Learn the techniques Think workshop. Feel retreat 11th and 12th May The Ola Centre Totnes, Devon 10am - 5.30pm £110 / £95 early bird ( £45 deposit before 26th April ) To book a place call or text 07886 630 293 or email info@the-massage-space.co.uk "Take rest; A field that has rested gives a bountiful crop" Ovid (43bc-17ad)  Lomi Lomi massage is an ancient form of bodywork originating in Hawaii. It was performed in temples by Kahuna priests thousands of years ago and has been adapted for our busy, outward focussed modern lives, yet still remains rooted in the deep, Hawaiian wisdom system known as Huna. I was recently fortunate to spend some time learning the basics and experiencing the benefits of Lomi Lomi, with Helena Akashi.
Some of the features that distinguishes Lomi Lomi from other styles of massage are its: - Full body and under body strokes, from head to feet - Use of ritual and prayer ( such as that of understanding, forgiveness, acceptance, guidance and hope - all welcome) - Work on the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual levels The touch can help us to release tensions, traumas, dis-ease and negative emotions and bring about peace, deep relaxation, clarity and a clear sense of connection to self and to life. The massage is highly relaxing; a gentle yet strong experience of coming back to oneself, back to your true essence, back to your authentic self - a kind of coming home. In practise, the body is treated as a whole and the massage constantly flows from head to toe following a rhythm and using movements reminiscent of the tides of the ocean. Most importantly Lomi Lomi is performed in the spirit of Aloha: ‘To see the divine in you’ After our days together I had a very felt understanding of the discipline and practise of Lomi Lomi; with new insights, nourishing community connection time, a strong sense of renewal, stillness and gratitude and lots of valuable skills to share. Helena Akashi is an inspiring massage practitioner, personal development coach and dance facilitator working in the south - west and way beyond. She is spreading beautifully, the message of self care - so pertinent at this time. Find her at: www.helenaakashi.co.uk  www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/health-43519487/why-i-want-to-lie-down-in-public
An inspiring former dance classmate, lying down for a cause very close to our heart.  After a heavy season of picking, packing, serving and whole new computer system to boot! The girls at Greenlife Totnes are invited to a Traditional Swedish Back Massage Workshop. The Wayfaring Studio,
Dartington. 14th April - 9.30am - 1.30pm. |
