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Unlocking Emotional Depth Through Lomi Lomi: A Journey for Men

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Healing Journey, Men's journey with Lomi Lomi, Mind & Body Connection, Reconnect with Yourself, Transformation / Iza / 17/10/2024 / bodywork, Connection, Lomi-Lomi, somatic therapy, transformation, trauma healing

Just a week ago, I returned from an enriching three-month journey through Europe and Asia. My outer travels mirrored an equally profound inner journey, offering me fresh insights into the transformative power of Lomi Lomi and the touch therapy I offer. While I once saw the emotional release and the search for deeper body-mind-spirit connection primarily in women, more and more men are now stepping into this space—more aware, open, and eager to express their emotional needs and explore ways to fulfil them.

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Embrace Yourself Morning self-care group Session

Embrace Yourself – THURSDAY morning self-care Group session AT Cherish

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Bodywork & Body Play, Bodywork Session by Koha, Embrace Yourself - self-care group session, Events, Mind & Body Connection, Wellbeing / Iza / 01/03/2024 / bodywork, Connection, event, holistic approach, Lomi-Lomi, somatic therapy, wellbeing

Every Thursday, starting from March 14th, I invite you to join me for Embrace Yourself – a morning self-care group session at Cherish.

Start your day in a gentle yet empowering way! Reconnect with your body, settle your mind, embrace your emotions, and acknowledge your soul!

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Lomi Lomi – Holistic Therapy for Trauma Release

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Holistic Therapy, Life Transformation, Trauma Release / Iza / 15/01/2024 / holistic approach, Lomi-Lomi, somatic therapy, transformation, transformative journey, trauma healing, trauma release

Hey there, resilient souls! After a brief hiatus filled with the ebb and flow of holiday energy and my intense time with new clients—many of whom found their way to me through their psychotherapists—I’m back with a subject that’s close to my heart. Let’s embark on a journey of releasing the heavy burdens we’ve carried, sometimes for years, and delve into the profound healing power of Lomi Lomi combined with a somatic approach—as a powerful tool for trauma release.

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Relief from Anxiety with hawaiian bodywork practices

Anxiety, Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Bodywork & Body Play, Holistic Therapy, Kahi Loa, Lomi Lomi, Mind & Body Connection / Iza / 15/09/2023 / Anxiety, bodywork, Hawaiian massage, holistic approach, Lomi-Lomi, occasional worry, panic attacks, somatic therapy, wellbeing

Are you someone who knows the insidious grip of anxiety all too well? Do you grapple with occasional worry that disrupts your daily life, or perhaps you face the overwhelming challenge of debilitating panic attacks? If these descriptions resonate with you, then this article is a heartfelt invitation to explore an ancient remedy that might just hold the key to easing your issues — I’m referring to the ancient Hawaiian healing bodywork practices of Lomi Lomi and Kahi Loa.

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Diving Deeper into MY Lomi Lomi Practice and Reading Messages from Bones

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, My Story, Power of Touch, Touch / Iza / 13/09/2023 / bodywork, Hawaiian massage, holistic approach, Lomi-Lomi, somatic therapy

A few years ago, just before the onset of the COVID-related chaos, I embarked on a journey to North Island. It was a sunny, windswept day when, during a visit to Karekare Beach, a Maori stranger approached me and said: ‘Welcome home! Did you know that your ancestors trod this very land, eons ago? And now, you have returned.’ These words resonated deeply within me, and from that moment, I began to listen more intently. Allow me to provide some context: Three years prior, upon first setting foot in Aotearoa with my partner Rafal, I felt a deep need for a welcoming ceremony, a connection to this land and its people. That day, I felt it happened.

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Inner and Outer Navigation In the Lomi Lomi Practice

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Holistic Therapy, Lomi Lomi, Mind & Body Connection / Iza / 30/08/2023 / Hawaiian massage, HealingJourney, Lomi-Lomi, LomiLomiJourney, LomiLomiMagic, NavigationInLomiLomi, somatic therapy, transformation

The essence of the Lomi Lomi I practice and teach is a dance of unity and interconnection between physicality, emotion, and spirit that transcends the boundaries of touch and technique. It’s also a journey where the map of the body leads to the depths of the soul. Within this journey interplay two dimensions of navigation: the outer and the inner one. They both intertwine and complement each other to allow this profound journey toward transformation and healing can happen.

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holistic approach to managing depression

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Depression, Holistic Therapy / Iza / 22/08/2023 / Lomi-Lomi, Mind-Body Connection, somatic therapy

Dealing with depression and occasional low moods can be a challenging journey, often requiring a multifaceted approach to healing and well-being. One such approach that has gained recognition for its holistic benefits is somatic therapy, including techniques like Lomi Lomi massage.

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Understanding Somatic Therapy: Unlocking the Wisdom of the Body

Body - Mind - Emotion - Spirit connection, Bodywork & Body Play, Holistic Therapy, Lomi Lomi / Iza / 18/08/2023 / Body Wisdom, bodywork, Holistic Therapy, somatic therapy, trauma healing

Somatic Therapy is a powerful, holistic approach to healing that recognizes the inseparable connection between the mind and body. Rooted in the belief that emotional and psychological experiences are stored within the body, this therapeutic method delves deep into the body’s wisdom to promote healing and transformation.

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