Hawaiians have recognized the significant connection between the natural world and human health. In Hawaiian culture, “Ola” signifies the concepts of flow and unrestricted movement, and such wonderful and dynamic movement plays a vital role in our overall wellness.
It’s widely understood that there is no absolute in our existence or in the cosmos; rather, every aspect of nature- water, fire, or air—exhibits multiple facets. Various occurrences in our surroundings trigger different stress responses, which can obstruct the energy flow within us, leading to illness.
By observing the Ocean Waves, one can appreciate the crucial role that tides play in sustaining the universe’s balance. If water were to continuously rush onto land without receding, the entire globe could be submerged instantaneously, wiping out all life.
Hawaiian healers have recognized that the ocean’s movements provide insights into what we must pursue for our own healing. When our bodies experience tension, it is indicative of a surge; an overwhelming influx of emotions can inundate us, resulting in muscular tension and nervous system disruptions, which ultimately foster illness.
This emphasizes the necessity of allowing emotions to flow freely from our bodies, releasing them through techniques such as breath work, dance, self-massage, and other physical practices.
Lomi Lomi NUI massage embodies a deep breathing practice that undulates across your body like waves, alleviating discomfort. It is also a dance where, under the leadership of the choreographer – you, the dancer – masseur will improvise a vibratory dance around the nooks and crannies of your body in order to achieve deep harmony and healing.
Maintain your personal harmony. Aloha!