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| PresenTouch the healing practice and teachings of Nini Melvin |
| Courses & Practitioner Training |
| Moving Meridians Stretch, awaken, and rejuvenate. Embody the universal rhythms and dynamic interactions of water, wood, fire, earth and air/metal- the creation cycle and harmonizing cycle of Chinese Medicine. Awaken the meridian pathways, exploring where the elements live in our own bodies. Gain insight into personal patterns of abundance and depletion, strengths and imbalances. Learn how yin and yang harmonize. Connect human inner rhythms with Mother Earth's, aligning personal and planetary healing. Come to understand your body as a landscape map. Using stretches, movement, visualization and touch (including shiatsu), initiate transformation, balance, and healing. The Universal Language of the Five Elements By aligning ourselves with the natural cycles of the elements we can understand where we are in this moment in our life journeys. We can see where we have been and where we are going. Claim your true, natural, and authentic self. Embody your elemental powers and allow them to guide you. Harvest the benefits of your gifts and challenges. |
| Seasonal Explorations How can we make gentle, compassionate, healthy choices as we cycle with the seasons? Come stretch your meridians, learn relevant pressure points, and experience the transformations of the elements within and around you. Winter/Water: Deep Stillness and Fluid Activity Spring/Wood: Planting Seeds and Growing Visions Summer/Fire: Effortless Radiance- Passion of the Soul Indian Summer/Earth: Nourishment, Giving and Recieving Autumn/Metal/Air: Clarity, Light, and Truth |
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| Introduction to PresenTouch and Shiatsu Touch is a vital nutrient and has transformative power. Using basic shiatsu techniques and the wisdom of the five elements, we will learn to perceive overabundant and depleted energy and encourage harmony and balance. The more present, aware and aligned we are, the more nourishing and healing our touch becomes. Deepen your contact with the flow of life force. Move from your center with your whole self- body, mind, and spirit. Experience the dynamic harmony of the five elements. Enjoy the sacred touch of shiatsu. |
| "Nini has been and continues to be a wonderful teacher, therapist, and friend to me for more than seventeen years." Wendy Bolognesi, Dept.Head, Asian Massage Techniques, Bancroft School of Massage |
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| Introduction to Shiatsu Thai Yoga- with Nini Melvin & Marilyn Hart (click for bio) In this hands-on experiential workshop, we will introduce you to meridian theory, alignment and body mechanics, five-element theory, yin yang, kyo & jitsu (fullness and emptiness). We will focus on basic techniques of Shiatsu Thai Yoga for treating the back. The workshop will provide participants with a good introduction to the one year, 200-hour training program that will begin Sept. 2007 (Greenfield, MA). |
| PresenTouch and "THE WORK" of BYRON KATIE Facilitated by Nini Melvin & Lesley Pollitt (click for bio) A local group is meeting to delve into "The Work" of Byron Katie. We are creating a dynamic, interactive exchange that assists us in integrating this transformative practice into our daily lives. We will use Katie's book, "Loving What Is," as well as exercises from her workshops on love, approval and appreciation, criticism, resentment, and making amends. Movement and visualization will be explored to awaken our awareness of how our beliefs are embodied and tranformed. We will practice "The Work" on ourselves, with a partner and in small groups. Videos/audios of Katie will also be used. |
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| Sacred Sundays- Immersed in the Elements Come to the altar of the Five Elements. Blend movement, stillness, and sacred touch. Recognize patterns of abundance and depletion. Create a map of your own dynamic inner interactions. Discover balance and energy efficiency through alignment, stretches, meridians, and pressure points. Learn basic diagnostic and shiatsu techniques. |
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