Synopses & Reviews
In andlt;Iandgt;Feet First,andlt;/Iandgt; America's foremost reflexology spokesperson on radio and TV -- and in publications from andlt;Iandgt;The New York Timesandlt;/Iandgt; to Cosmopolitan -- explains how to relieve physical problems -- from headaches and insomnia to high blood pressure and weight loss -- with this easily accessible and popular holistic technique. Showing how everyone can use reflexology to reduce stress, revitalize energy, strengthen the immune system, stimulate creativity, and enhance relationships, Norman also includes: andlt;BRandgt; * descriptions of the reflex points, the six basic techniques, and easy-to-learn specialized and master routines.andlt;BRandgt; * 32 foot-relaxation techniques, most of them unique to Norman's programandlt;BRandgt; * specific chapters and techniques for stress, sports injuries, addiction problems, the terminally ill, women, and couplesandlt;BRandgt; * visualizations, affirmations, and children's games to use with the routinesandlt;BRandgt; * a chart of ailments and reflexology aids for them andlt;BRandgt; andlt;Iandgt;Feet Firstandlt;/Iandgt; is the only reflexology guide designed for everyday situations and people -- from office workers on a lunch break to families caring for an aged relative. This special kind of "touch therapy" strengthens the bonds between those who use it together.
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Carlotta Carlson Jacobson beauty editor, andlt;Iandgt;Harper's Bazaarandlt;/Iandgt; Reflexology is one of the best ways I know to relax, revitalize, and rejuvenate your body and mind. Laura Norman's techniques will make the difference in how you look and feel.
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Carlotta Carlson Jacobsonbeauty editor, Harper's BazaarReflexology is one of the best ways I know to relax, revitalize, and rejuvenate your body and mind. Laura Norman's techniques will make the difference in how you look and feel.
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Regis Philbin co-host of andlt;Iandgt;Live with Regis and Kathie Leeandlt;/Iandgt; Laura Norman's reflexology spared me from a kidney stone operation and saved my life. What she does is the second best thing in the world.
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Bernie Siegel, M.D. author of andlt;Iandgt;Love, Medicine and Miraclesandlt;/Iandgt; A total healing experience for the whole person. If you can't have the experience of Laura Norman's healing touch, as I have, the next best thing is to learn the techniques in this book and apply them to yourself, your family, and friends. It will alter your life in a profound way.
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Lucinda Lidell author of andlt;Iandgt;The Book of Massageandlt;/Iandgt; Suffused with Laura Norman's enthusiasm, warmth, and great wealth of experience, andlt;Iandgt;Feet Firstandlt;/Iandgt; brings the techniques of foot reflexology into the home, showing us how to target our touch to reduce stress and alleviate an extensive range of health problems. I would recommend this fine book to all who welcome the chance to learn how to use their hands as a catalyst for healing.
Synopsis
In Feet First, America's foremost reflexology spokesperson on radio and TV -- and in publications from The New York Times to Cosmopolitan -- explains how to relieve physical problems -- from headaches and insomnia to high blood pressure and weight loss -- with this easily accessible and popular holistic technique. Showing how everyone can use reflexology to reduce stress, revitalize energy, strengthen the immune system, stimulate creativity, and enhance relationships, Norman also includes:
x descriptions of the reflex points, the six basic techniques, and easy-to-learn specialized and master routines.
x 32 foot-relaxation techniques, most of them unique to Norman's program
x specific chapters and techniques for stress, sports injuries, addiction problems, the terminally ill, women, and couples
x visualizations, affirmations, and children's games to use with the routines
x a chart of ailments and reflexology aids for them
Feet First is the only reflexology guide designed for everyday situations and people -- from office workers on a lunch break to families caring for an aged relative. This special kind of "touch therapy" strengthens the bonds between those who use it together.
About the Author
andlt;Bandgt;Laura Norman, M.S.,andlt;/Bandgt; certified reflexologist and New York state licensed massage practitioner, offers the country's most extensive reflexology training program at her center in New York City.
Table of Contents
andlt;BRandgt;andlt;Bandgt;CONTENTSandlt;/Bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Forewordandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Introductionandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;ONE Why Feet First?andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;TWO Learning Reflexologyandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;THREE Doing Reflexologyandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;FOUR The Nature of Stressandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;FIVE Getting Ahead: Reflexology at Work and Schoolandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;SIX Sole Mates: Couples Reflexologyandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;SEVEN The Cycles of Life: Reflexology for Womenandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;EIGHT Growing Feet: Children's Reflexologyandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;NINE After Walking Many Miles: Reflexology in the Golden Yearsandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;TEN The Active Life: Reflexology and Athleticsandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;ELEVEN Getting Unhooked: Overcoming Addictions with Reflexologyandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;TWELVE The Final Steps: Reflexology and Terminal Illnessandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;THIRTEEN Using Reflexology to Strengthen the Body's Systemsandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;FOURTEEN Reflexology and the Health Care Professionsandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;FIFTEEN Table of Common Conditionsandlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Index