Saturday, January 31, 2009

Hawaiian Lomilomi or We Are Not Alone

Hawaiian Lomilomi: Big Island Massage

Author: Nancy S Kahalewai

This extraordinary overview of traditional and contemporary lomi-lomi massage offers a unique opportunity for readers to discover the value and wisdom of Hawaiian cultural healing practices. Richly illustrated, this book provides an intimate and easy to digest portrait of lomi-lomi from the perspective of the Hawaiian people. It contains new photos and a thorough presentation of many popular techniques, including the use of hot stones, plant medicines, and salt water. This new second edition is the only comprehensive source in print today on this unique Hawaiian art.

March/April 2005 - Massage Magazine

"Each of us can benefit from the Hawaiian philosophy of aloha that flows throughout this book. It is one you will want for your desktop, for it gives an in-depth review of some of the hottest topics in Hawaiian healing arts and culture."

September 1, 2004) - Hawaii Island Journal

"Kahalewai's entire approach to lomilomi . . . is one of reverence and respect. This book isn't just for people who are interested in lomilomi massage-it's a book for everybody who loves Hawaii."



Book review: Strategische Stellenbesetzung: Ein Umfassendes System für die Wirksame Belegschaft-Planung

We Are Not Alone: Learning to Live with Chronic Illness

Author: Sefra Kobrin Pitzel

This is an essential layperson-Ys guide to coping with chronic illness-- or the 50 million Americans who suffer from diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis, and for the people who care for them.

With firsthand insights of one who has been there, Sefra Pitzele details every phase, from the frightening onset of disease through the process of readjustment to the successful adaptation to new norms. She addresses the issues that most concern the chronically ill: dealing with relationships; participating in sexual activities; helping your doctor help you; managing pain and depression; maintaining humor and dignity; more. She details adaptive living strategies from new ways to shop and cook to ingenious modifications at home and at work. There are nationwide listings of helpful organizations, support groups, products, and services. 44,000 copies in print.



Table of Contents:
INTRODUCTION

WHO PROMISED LIFE WOULD ALWAYS BE FAIR?

FIRST, THERE IS THE DIAGNOSIS

The first diagnosis was our own

Why is it hard for your doctor to make a diagnosis?

Helping your doctor help you

The best diagnosis is the last diagnosis

What does it mean if you can-Yt get a diagnosis

Susan-Ys dilemma

Remaining undiagnosed

Other special problems

A few words about cancer

Accepting the challenge of change

Getting on with your life

Consultant glory

GRIEVING IS NORMAL

Why are we grieving?

Our family grieves, too

Understanding the grieving process makes it easier

The five phases of grieving

IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH

Explaining your illness to those you love

Forewarned is forearmed

Relationships that function well don-Yt just happen

Chronic illness will not correct or hide the problems in your relationship

You eventually must tell your partner the whole truth about your illness

Chronic illness means never being able to say, -_This is for certain.-"

Each of you will adopt new roles

New roles have new needs

It-Ys OK to be angry: Acceptance is an ongoing, family affair

With the right communication skills, you can keep your relationships growing

BUT WHO WILL TAKE ME TO THE ZOO?

Telling the children about your illness

Your children still need to grieve

They still need you in your family role

Set a good example

KEEPING YOUR FRIENDSHIPS GROWING

YOUR HEALTH CARE TEAM

Which doctor is right for you?

What can you expect of your doctor?

Criteria for selection

What your doctor expects from you

Dependency is normal

Trust must be earned

The issue is compliance

Trust isa two-way street

Advocating for yourself

Be prepared when you see or talk with your doctor

Changing doctors

Your pharmacist

Your hospital team

Regaining independence

Making daily choices

THE CIRCLE OF STRESS, ILLNESS, AND PAIN

The circle of stress, illness, pain

What is stress?

How stress affects your health

What you can do to interrupt the cycle

COMMENTS ON DEPRESSION

-_I-Yve tried, but I-Ym still so sad . . .-"

Sadness is normal

Types of depression

Recognizing the need for help

Identifying severe depression

Using medicine for depression

When to intervene

One last word

BLESSED ARE THE CAREGIVERS

Who is a caregiver?

Why is a caregiver needed?

The need is infrequent at first

The need shifts to full care

How does a person become a caregiver?

Caregiving by default

Understanding the caregiver

Sometimes, caregivers feel trapped and angry

Stay patient and get comfortable

Suggestions for the caregiver

Suggestions for the care recipient

Making decisions and changes

Nursing homes

Allow time for yourself

RESTING, RELAXING, AND RELATED CONCERNS

Reading your body-Ys signals

Prepare to rest

Resting isn-Yt easy

You need to relax, too

Try keeping a journal

How do you spell RELAX?

Sleeping and insomnia

Coping with sleeplessness at nighttime

Keep a list

Solve your sleep problems creatively

If you need more help, ASK

Relaxation therapy, hypnosis, and biofeedback

Incorporate relaxation into your life

A WHISPER IN THE NIGHT

Sex and your sexuality

We need intimacy

Is sex important to you?

Physical changes occur first

Chronic illness presents a new problem: timing

Recognizing normal and abnormal sexual changes in men

Changes as women age

Would pregnancy be a problem for you?

Alternatives

Asking for help

BODYWORK

Your feet

Knees and Hips

Shoulders and elbows

Hands and fingers

Exercise

Diet

ADAPTIVE LIVING STRATEGIES

Plan every day to be the best day yet

Shopping is not impossible

Get ready for modifications at home

The kitchen

Your bedroom

The bathroom

The laundry room

Yard work

Modification at work

Physical therapy

Occupational therapy

Adaptive aids for automobiles

Aids for the automobile

More about transportation

Quick and easy recipes

PRACTICAL MATTERS

What do I do when I meet a person in a wheelchair?

Your rights as a hospital patient

Financial assistance and health insurance

APPENDIX: FINDING HELP

Organizations and national offices, United States

Organizations and national offices, Canada

Products and services

Patients-Y and Residents-Y Bill of Rights

GLOSSARY

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Books

Pamphlets and booklets

Medical journal articles

INDEX

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