Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage
Also known as "Loving Hands" massage, this style of massage is
given in fluid, rhythmic motion using the forearms as well as the
hands. Some people have described this as feeling like gentle waves
moving over the body.
Another feature is that different parts of the
body are massaged at the same time, for example one arm or hand may
be working on a shoulder and the other hand may be working on the
opposite hip. This assists the recipient in totally relaxing as it is
impossible or at least extremely difficult for the brain to focus on
the two different areas at once. By not working on areas in isolation, a
deep sense of balance and harmony is achieved, leaving the client feeling totally nurtured and able to give in and simply be.
More About Lomi:
This flowing with total energy, using the long continuous, flowing strokes, combined with the very loving touch, relaxes the entire being, assisting in a letting go of old beliefs, patterns and behaviors that cause limitations and which are stored in the cells of our body. People generally think of memory, beliefs, or "programming" as being stored in our head --- in our brain. This is not the case. This memory and other programming is in fact stored in all the cells of our body.
Following the idea that an idea or belief can block energy flow as much as muscle tension can, Lomi Lomi helps release the blockages, while at the same time giving the energy new direction. Thus Lomi Lomi is not just a physical experience; it also facilitates healing on the mental, emotional and spiritual levels as well. The Hawaiians view all aspects of the body as one and believe that the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual are all part of the "whole" self. When healing is affected on one level, all levels are affected.