Lomi Lomi (Hawaiian Massage) “Aloha”
Lomi Lomi is one of the most profound forms of massage. So, what makes it so special, what is it, how does it differ from other massage, how does it “work”? The word Lomi Lomi simply means massage. What it is? A unique healing massage derived from the ancient Polynesians and more specifically the master healers of Hawaii. Perhaps this can best be understood by one of the alternate names for Lomi Lomi, and that is “Loving Hands” massage. The reason for this is works gently yet deeply into the muscles with conditions, flowing strokes, totally nurturing the body and, enabling the recipient to relax, give in and simply be. So whilst techniques is an important part of the massage and associate healing, much of the work is done by love, with the focus of the practitioner on the client being deep and complete, using loving hands and a loving heart.
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, pattern and behaviors that cause limitations and which are stored in the cells of our body.
The Hawaiians look at things in terms of energy flow, following the idea that an idea or belief can block energy flow as much as muscle tension can. Lomi Lomi helps release the blockage, whilst at the same time giving the energy new direction.
How is it performed?
The 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 may be massage at the same time, for example one arm or hand may be working on a shoulder and the other 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.
