Going beyond the practical technicalities, this in-depth manual delves into the founding principles and philosophy of Shiatsu on a technical, cultural, energetic, and conceptual level.
Split into three parts and based on two decades of international experience, Ivan Bel first returns to the basic technical principles of Shiatsu, then explores the complexities of the person-centred mind/body theory behind the practice, and gradually expands into the philosophical elements of natural health.
Concepts and questions that are often excluded from practical Shiatsu resources are carefully explained, including inner cleaning and purification, linking energy, and the impact an individual’s environment can have on their health. Enriched with case studies and comprehensive yet accessible language, this is ideal for both Shiatsu students and practitioners.
In exploring the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’, this must-have resource allows teachers and students to expand their knowledge and awareness for a more complete and flexible understanding of this ancient discipline.
Split into three parts and based on two decades of international experience, Ivan Bel first returns to the basic technical principles of Shiatsu, then explores the complexities of the person-centred mind/body theory behind the practice, and gradually expands into the philosophical elements of natural health.
Concepts and questions that are often excluded from practical Shiatsu resources are carefully explained, including inner cleaning and purification, linking energy, and the impact an individual’s environment can have on their health. Enriched with case studies and comprehensive yet accessible language, this is ideal for both Shiatsu students and practitioners.
In exploring the ‘why’ as well as the ‘how’, this must-have resource allows teachers and students to expand their knowledge and awareness for a more complete and flexible understanding of this ancient discipline.
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This is a fascinating book. I am impressed by how Ivan Bel draws on his rich experience in martial arts, Shiatsu, meditation, Asian language and culture to describe in detail and with great enthusiasm the basics, concepts and philosophy of Shiatsu from the perspective of its traditional Japanese roots. As with the martial arts, he calls for humility and technical mastery in Shiatsu as a lifelong training that challenges and slowly realigns the whole person. No matter where you come from in Shiatsu and whether you agree with Ivan or not: read this book! Your view on Shiatsu will be different afterwards.