Unwinding the Belly presents a simple and direct means of contacting the intuitive center.  In five stages clearly described with illustrations and photographs, it shows specific breathing practices and practical, gentle abdominal massage techniques.  Included are inspirational stories of people who have used these techniques to heal, and answers to the seven most common questions about abdominal massage and breathing.  Readers will be empowered to direct their own unique healing journeys.

Unwinding the Belly:

1. ‣    Eases physical and emotional stress and leads to profound relaxation.
   

2. ‣    Helps with a wide variety of digestive ailments, including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, and food sensitivities.
   

3. ‣    Increases metabolism and cellular energy.
   

4. ‣    Contacts the visceral and intuitive center on the physical, emotional, and energetic levels.
   

5. ‣    Revitalizes the natural, inherent healing powers of the body.
   

6. ‣    Frees the body to move pain-free and gracefully.
   

Written by Allison Post, one of Gilles' first students, this gem of a book contains many of the fundamental techniques of esoteric Taoist Healing. Yet despite this, and despite the authors' extensive experience in it, they explain things clearly, naturally, and entertainingly. This information can be used by healing arts professionals and anyone interested in getting in touch with the principles and basics of holistic health.