What is Lomi Lomi massage?
The Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage (or “Loving Hands”), is also referred to as Lomi Lomi massage or Hawaiian massage. This energy healing therapy has been handed down through time from ancient Polynesians.
The origination of this healing technique, more specifically, was the master healers of Hawaii. It is based on the philosophy of Huna (everything seeks harmony and love).
Benefits
The Lomi Lomi benefits the recipient on different levels. This type of massage focuses on bringing the mind, body and spirit into a state of harmony and balance.
Throughout the massage, energy healing takes place by eliminating blockages within the body’s energy flow. The Hawaiian massage works gently yet deeply into the muscles, nurturing the body while allowing complete relaxation.
The intention of the Loving Hands massage is that it’s delivered by, and in the manner of, a loving heart. One that receives a person unconditionally and without judgment. Therefore, this is more than a physical experience, because it encourages healing on all levels.
This beautiful massage is an excellent way to relieve physical pain and stress, improve blood and lymph circulation, balance energy and relax. The Hawaiians understand the body’s physical, mental, emotional and spiritual entities act as one. Therefore, when healing one, all are affected.
What to expect from Lomi Lomi massage
For your Lomi Lomi massage, you will disrobe. Your therapist may ask you to lay face down, directly on the table. If so, this is to encourage and maintain energy flow. However, you will be underneath covers.
The Lomi Lomi massage begins with stillness created between the massage therapist and yourself. Therapists usually create stillness with their hands resting gently on your back.
During this time, they will quietly say a blessing or prayer, asking for whatever healing is necessary. Additionally, your therapist may ask you to clear your mind and set your intention toward healing.
The massage therapist then proceeds intuitively. Using their forearms as well as their hands, they will move in a fluid, rhythmic motion. While massaging, they may work more than one area at a time, stretching here and there, working with your energy. By not working an area in isolation, a deep sense of balance and harmony is achieved.
Full body strokes, the therapist’s breathing technique, and any dance the therapist may do around the table, are applied to maintain energy flow. Occasionally, the massage therapist may even hum. However, this is not because they are bored. It is to help release energy blockages.
The Hawaiian massage may also be offered as a four-hand massage (synchronized massage). If so, this will push you into a deeper state of relaxation.
Whether you have one therapist or two at the same time, the uniqueness of the massage ensures you will never receive the same massage twice. This is because it is based on your energy, needs, and the therapist(s) following their intuition.
After your massage and how often to have the Hawaiian Lomi Lomi
After your Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, you should feel deeply relaxed and grounded. Additionally and surprisingly, you will also feel recharged. However, you may never want to leave. You may also swear this is the best spa treatment since the discovery of land.
Regardless of whether or not you take up permanent residency at the spa or return home, drink plenty of water. This will help flush out toxins that were released during the massage. Maximize on the service and maintain a calm, peaceful afternoon and evening.
Because Lomi Lomi is relaxing and balances your energy, it is a type of massage that you can receive often. So, have one frequently. The less stress you carry, the healthier you will be from the inside out.
And, because this treatment clears energy paths and restores harmony, we say indulge…unless advised otherwise.
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