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- How do you define Palmtherapy?
- What are the issues that Palmtherapy can handle best?
- How rapidly is the effect of Palmtherapy on the mind?
- Does the stimulation hurt and how is it done?
- How is it possible that a mere stimulation of the palms can affect emotions?
- I'm familiar with Hand Reflexology and Korean Hand Therapy/Acupuncture. What's the difference between Palmtherapy
and these methods?
- Does Palmtherapy deal with psychotic disorders?
- Where can I find a Certified Palm Therapist in my area?
- Can I apply Palmtherapy on myself?
- Where can I study further about Palmtherapy?
How do you define Palmtherapy?
Palm Therapy, as defined by Moshe Zwang, is the art and science of enhancing
optimum potential, self-growth, fulfillment and success in all aspects of life
through the stimulation of specific areas and lines in the hands which represent
the energy pathways of various characteristics of the personality and
brain/mind activities. Palm Therapy’s stimulation apparently bypasses the
cognitive mind’s critique and disapproval for new changes in thinking and
behavior patterns. Therefore, it leads to rapid corresponding changes in mood,
behavior and thinking patterns, potential, talents, personality and eventually in
one’s life. The process is done without effort or strain and can be enhanced
anytime, anywhere. Although it helps in a wide range of mental disorders, Palm
Therapy is not a replacement for psychotherapy and/or psychiatric/medical
treatment. If such is needed the services of such professionals is strongly
recommended.
What are the issues that Palmtherapy can handle best?
The rapid balancing effect of Palmtherapy on the mind is well noted when
dealing with release from anxiety, traumatic memories, severe fears, phobias,
anger and grief. You can watch some TV clips of documented cases by
clicking video below.
Palmtherapy also has proved to be very helpful in the acceleration of
positive thoughts and behavior patterns, talents, self-esteem, motivation,
learning ability, willpower, mental clarity, magnetic personality, charisma,
intuition, and success.
Note: Palmtherapy is not a replacement for psychotherapy and/or
psychiatric/medical treatment. If such is needed the services of such
professionals is strongly recommended.
How rapidly is the effect of Palmtherapy on the mind?
The more severe or acute the emotion is the more radical the shift is. For
example: For phobias, anger, or grief it may take as little as 5 to 20 minutes
to feel the change after locating the right area of stimulation on the hand. It
varies from person to person. In some cases it may take longer and up to
three sessions to desensitize one specific negative issue. Each session is
usually an hour long. It includes the observation of the hands and then the
stimulation of the line/s or area/s related to the aspect being handled.
If the issue is not related or connected to any other issues, one session may be
enough. But since most cases are related or interconnected to more than one
negative experiences in life, it is usually recommended to desensitize these as
well. Most people, once they feel the amazing results of Palmtherapy
usually choose to continue with Palmtherapy in order to process other
aspects in their lives which lead to fulfillment and success.
The reshaping of the personality and life through Palmtherapy requires
more than merely a one-time stimulation in certain areas and lines of the
hands.
Does the stimulation hurt and how is it done?
No, it does not hurt. Palmtherapy is done by a moderate stimulation of
carefully selected lines and areas of the hands. It is usually done with the
thumbnail. The use of electro-stimulation T.E.N.S. machine or a non sharp
pointed device is sometimes recommended.
How is it possible that a mere stimulation on the palms can affect emotions?
Throughout the years, it has been proven and documented by researchers of
the brain that simulation for a few minutes in certain areas in the brain
(directly and indirectly), can arouse emotions from overwhelming dread to
pleasure and well-being. Stimulation of an area in the brain called the limbic
system and other areas, as well, proved to evoke sensations such as anger,
hate, guilt and love; childhood memories arose, too, during the process. With
the use of electrodes implanted in various parts of the brain, researchers were
able to turn these reactions on and off. The cause and effect relationship
between the stimulation of the brain and the emotions or the behavioral
changes were obvious. There are many billions of nerve cells, or neurons, in
the brain The neurons have a spidery structure which enables them to form a
network of interactions, forming gaps or synapses in the complex structure.
Scientist found that stimulation of the skin surface, such as rubbing, can lead
to various rapid chemical changes in the synaptic gaps which are
accompanied by pain relief and involve endorphins. They also found that
often there can be a link between the level of certain neurotransmitters in the
synaptic gaps and the various mental states. Furthermore, brain mapping
reveals that the human hand, although relatively only a small section of the
body, has a large area of representation in the cerebral cortex, both in the
motor and sensory sections. This means that your hands, including your
fingers, can perceive an enormous amount of information to and from your
brain. These findings may give us a clue as to why anticipated changes in the
state of mind may be achieved rapidly with Palmtherapy. It may explain
why through the simple stimulation of selected lines and areas in the hand,
which in scientific palmistry represent various mental activities and
characteristics of the personality, amazing results can be achieved. For
example, activation of certain lines on the palms can induce an instant
relaxation, while stimulation of other lines may evoke negative childhood
memories. Other areas of stimulation accelerate mental alertness, vitality,
concentration, memory, talents, planning and decision making, and features
which are vital for fulfillment and success. These may be the result of
chemical changes and other physiological processes that are achieved through
the stimulation of specific lines and areas in the hand, in a similar way that
researchers of the brain, were able to arouse rapid changes in thinking and
behavior from emotions of overwhelming dread to pleasure and well-being
through the stimulation of certain areas in the brain.
I'm familiar with Hand Reflexology and Korean Hand Therapy/Acupuncture. What's the difference between Palmtherapy and these methods?
There are two main differences:
- Palmtherapy focuses on the mental emotional aspects of the individual, on
problem solving and improving quality of life. While the other hand stimulation
therapies focus mainly on the physical well-being and only to a lesser degree on
the mental aspects of the person.
- Palmtherapy focuses on the visual aspects of the hands such as the lines of
palms and certain mounts of the hands. While the other hand therapies focus
on sensitive spots and areas of the hands that can be detected with simple
pressure of the spot or with the aid of electronic acupuncture point detector.
You may wonder how it is possible that several methods are based on the same
human hands and each one works and claims to be unique! The answer is in the
Super Hand Meridian System. Palmtherapy book presents the Super Hand
Meridians System, an enormous, netlike energy pathways, which part of it was
first described by Joseph Calligaris, M.D., psychiatrist and a professor of
neurology, Italy, 1876-1944. Each one of the hand stimulation techniques,
including Palmtherapy, uses only certain parts of this netlike energy pathways,
but each with its unique way of application. Palmtherapy, for example, focuses
on the visual lines of the palms of the hands which actually represent some of
the energy pathways of this Super Hand Meridians System. Hand reflexology
uses some of the longitudinal energy pathways from this system, while
traditional Acupuncture and Koreans Hand Therapy/Acupuncture uses others.
Although each method works and create great proven results, non of these
techniques uses all of the energy pathways seen in the Super Hand Meridians
System. This explains how various hand stimulation techniques can coexist. But
there is overlapping of meridians used therefore a stimulation which, for
example, is designed to relieve a toothache by one method, may also release
some emotional distress mentioned by the other method and visa versa.
Does Palmtherapy deal with psychotic disorders?
Although Palmtherapy seems to be effective in a wide range of psychotic
situations, do not attempt to treat by yourself such disorders. The cooperation
and supervision of a competent psychiatrist and/or medical doctor is
necessary. There are many reasons for this suggestion, such as:
- In most cases of psychotic problems there is a need to control and/or
reduce the onset of the attacks with medications which can be provided only
by a competent psychiatrist/ medical doctor.
- Some aspects of the psychotic problem might be hidden from the
individual and therefore may be neglected and not treated.
- There might be a hidden physical/medical problem that either provokes or
complicates the mental/psychotic aspect. For example hypoglycemia or
thyroid imbalance may trigger anxiety attacks. We strongly recommend that
a complete medical check up will be done by your healthcare provider before
starting Palmtherapy or any other therapy.
Where can I find a Certified Palm therapist in my area?
Palmtherapy sessions are now available in Los Angeles area, California. It is done
at the Palmtherapy Center in Encino, California. Telephone: 818-905 7761. In 1998, Moshe Zwang, creator of Palmtherapy, and the
president of the International Palmtherapy Association (IPTA), started to conduct
seminars for practitioners worldwide. The names and contact information of the
graduates worldwide are posted under "Certified Palm Therapists-List" in our
web site: palmtherapy.com. Please check the site often as new names will
appear.
Can I apply Palmtherapy on myself?
Yes and No. If you wish to use Palmtherapy for increasing your mental abilities,
motivation, concentration, charisma, success energy, and other characteristics
which have to do with fulfillment and success, you can read the book: "PalmTherapy: Program Your Mind through Your Palms" by Moshe Zwang, at al. and learn
how to stimulate various lines and areas in the palms of the hands which are
related to these aspects.
Do not practice Palmtherapy on yourself if you suffer from a mental disorder
or emotional issues. You need to consult your psychiatrist or psychologist. Palmtherapy can be very helpful but should be applied by a practitioner who is
certified to apply Palmtherapy by the International PalmTherapy Association -
IPTA (California, USA).
Your certified Palm Therapist will need to cooperate with your healthcare provider. As
mentioned above: Palmtherapy is not a replacement for psychotherapy
and/or psychiatric/medical treatment. If such is needed the services of such
professionals is strongly recommended.
Where can I study further about Palmtherapy?
You can read the book "PalmTherapy: Program Your Mind through Your
Palms" by Moshe Zwang, at al (click: "books" below to order and download it now
through our bookstore online). If you wish to become certified by the
International Palmtherapy Association (IPTA) and to learn Moshe Zwang's new
developments and amazing shortcuts for even faster results in Palmtherapy, join
Moshe Zwang’s exciting 5-day Palmtherapy certification program. These special
seminars mainly deal with the rapid removal of multiples emotional pain/problem
and are designed for healthcare practitioners, therapists, healing arts
professionals, coaches, counselors and educators. The teaching involves new
information including demonstrations, and actual hands-on training.
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