Gravity in
Rolfing
The gravitational field of the
earth is easily the most potent physical influence in any human
life. When human energy field and gravity are at way, needless
to say gravity wins every time. It may be man’s friend and
reinforce his activity; it can also act as his enemy and drag
him, giving physical pain and discomfort. Balance to the body
allows the flow of gravitational energy through the body
structure. Asymmetry and randomness betray lack of support by
the gravitational field. As there is plasticity in the human
body, due to the fascia, this allows the body structure to be
repatterned to be aligned with the flow of gravity. This is
where the Rolfers® goal and passion, is bringing your body to
alignment.
There are many people who have taken on to
become Rolfers® after they got Rolfed. These also include
yoga and Pilates instructors, massage and physical
therapists who wished to further their understanding into
the alignment of the body through Rolfing.
“A Rolfer works with gravity. He understands the gravitational
pull in everything that a human being does, 24 hours a day, 365
days a year, from the moment he is conceived until the day the
undertaker catches up with him. Gravity does not take a
vacation.”
~ Dr. Ida P. Rolf

"This is the gospel of Rolfing: When the body gets working
appropriately, the force of gravity can flow through. Then,
spontaneously, the body heals itself."
- Dr. Ida P. Rolf
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