Roots
An unconventional path, typical of a Sagittarius... I went through the philosophy high college at the University of São Paulo and my body thirsty for movement and art sought dance and theater. This integration between intellect and physique became a trio with interest in spirituality. I found Yoga and Ayurveda. Practitioner of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga since 2003, I flew to India to set foot in the temple where the cradle of this style was formed, Mysore. It was there that I met a master of Ayurveda, Madhu. I spent 2 months with him learning the massage I currently apply. In Brazil, I was certified as an Ayurvedic therapist by Suddha Dharma Mandalam, which offers a very complete course for practitioners. After this course, my path was blessed by other masters such as Dr. Avinash Lele from Marma therapy, Dr Gaurav with an approach to treating diseases with the principles of Ayurveda, among others. I also stayed 1 month studying deeper the detox “ pancha karma “ with Dr Nandan Lele (feb/march 2024, Pune, India)
Today I work in Lisbon and participate in retreats in different places.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda, the science of life, is the oldest healthcare system in the world.
With more than 5 thousand years of age, this lady healer teaches us to live a life full of health, vigor, well-being, joy, longevity and love. It is our survival manual, a science that brings poetry to our health. The great principle of Ayurveda is not to separate ourselves from Nature. We are Nature and therefore we have water, wind and fire in our bodies. And we have earth and space. We have movement within us and we also have our seasons, our geography, our universe. The relationship between our inner cosmos and this universe outside of us will determine our quality of life. Ayurveda teaches us the language of love, that's the only one to communicate with nature.
AYURVEDA consultation
In this consultation, several diagnoses such as the observation of the tongue, pulse, body temperature and humidity, in addition to the patient's routine, are fundamental parts for the elaboration of a health and well-being routine. The suggested treatment can bring about significant changes in habits like eating, bedtime, waking up and in various aspects related to our physical and emotional health.
Ayurveda
massage
The oldest known healing therapy is massage.
Therapeutic touch moves stagnant energy and releases the vital flow so that we can express our actions connected to our being. When there is blocking, there is no fluency. Stagnant water causes disease. The river does not reach the thirsty lands. There is drought.
Benefits of Ayurvedic massage
Ayurveda massage bathes us in therapeutic oils, rescues us from stagnation and embarks us on the river of life. Promotes vitality, well-being, health and pain relief, improves blood circulation, reduces swelling and moves localized fat. It also works all our tissues such as lymphatic, blood, muscular and nervous. It greatly improves the quality of sleep and consequently our mood. Touch is deep and reaches levels beyond the physical. Therefore, at the end of the massage, we find our emotional, spiritual and energetic fields more awakened and connected to the manifestation of our being. Massage is health. Massage connects us to healing and love.
Ayurveda massage + Swedana
(ayurveda sauna)
Ayurvedic sauna enhances the effects of massage by promoting detoxification through sweating. With therapeutic herbs, the steam penetrates our body taking the benefits of the plants involved. The attraction for the Light, for the Sun and the harmony with the environment and with all beings are communicated to our body. We feel lighter. In swedana (sauna ayurveda) the head is kept outside the sauna. Because it has a lot of activities, it shouldn't get hot. The steam is concentrated in the body and potentiates the purification of our physical and energetic channels. This sauna depends on some conditions to be evaluated.
Garshana
The garshana, exfoliation with rock salt and herbs, takes place between the massage and the sauna. This procedure, in addition to removing dead cells, provides an increase in blood circulation and oxygen irrigation throughout the body. It is one of the strongest energy cleanses, also providing a feeling of lightness and well being.
When also wearing silk gloves, the garshana acts on our electrical field and nervous system. The friction of coarse salt associated with herbs with our skin awakens a vibrating field that protects and purifies us. This procedure is very suitable for those who are feeling stagnant and devitalized and also for those who need a more intense and deep massage not only in the physical field, but also in the emotional and spiritual.
Udwartana
Exfoliation made with powder of special herbs very indicated as a powerful detoxifying treatment.
Indicated for: reduce localized fat and cellulite, improve cell metabolism, blood and lymph circulation, combat stagnation, tiredness and morbidity, promote skin rejuvenation and radiance. This procedure is done after massage with medicated oil. At the end, an ayurvedic sauna is offered to further aid in tissue detoxification and absorption of the benefits of therapeutic oils and herbs.
Nasya
It consists of the application of warm therapeutic oil in the nostrils and massage in the regions of the shoulder, neck, head and face.
Prana, vital energy, is the foundation of our health, of our life. One of the gates through which it arrives is our nostrils. This visit should be very well received, with honor, with love, with respect and devotion.
Nasya is this care with our energetic hygiene. What enters through the nose has a direct connection to the brain as well.
Nasya takes care of our senses, improves our perception, our memory and also offers us joy. This therapy is very suitable for sinusitis, rhinitis, stiffness in the jaw, neck and shoulders, mental dullness, anxiety, stagnation, allergies among others.
Karna purana
Very beneficial procedure, which consists of a massage and oiling with warm therapeutic oils in the ear cavity. In addition to softening impurities and nourishing the region, it improves the senses, fights ear and jaw pain, reduces headaches and brings a comforting feeling of peace.
The ears are also digestive channels connected to spirituality. Often, toxic environments or coexistence can unbalance us generating a lot of stress, illness and malaise. Our ears are not garbage to receive so many bad things. Therefore, in addition to the many physical benefits already mentioned, this work helps those who feel dull, irritable and anxious.
Hridi Basti
It involves a gentle massage on the chest area and the application of warm therapeutic oil to the hridaya marma, that is, the region connected to the heart, home of the soul for ayurveda. Through a "lake" filled with warm medicated oil whose borders are made of a mass of wholemeal flour, this therapy awakens the awareness of virtues linked to the heart such as affection, tenderness, forgiveness and courage. It is also highly recommended for those who have chest pain, anxiety, sadness, breathing difficulties, among others.
Ghreeva Basti
Excellent treatment for the cervical region. Relieves pain caused by stiff neck. Indicated for hernias, spondylosis and prolapse in the cervical area. This therapy is also done by applying warm oil to a "lake" whose borders are walls made of wheat flour.
For those who live with a "locked" neck, a very common condition these days due to excessive use of cell phones, computers and a sedentary lifestyle, this procedure brings a lot of comfort. Massage combined with warm oil also brings peace to the nerves involved in neck movements.
Shirodhara
Treatment that consists of oiling or using other substances, such as coconut milk, over the entire forehead and head region. It is an extremely relaxing procedure providing relaxation, rejuvenation, vitality, clarity and much more.
Used to treat anxiety, panic syndrome, psoriasis, poor memory, depression and other types of imbalances.
After a full body massage, the patient, lying down, receives a flow of oil (or another substance) over their forehead, influencing the calming of the nervous system and providing several benefits.
Sessions can last from 30 minutes to 1 and a half hours. For a good result, there should be 5 to 8 sessions.
footbath
Before the treatments I usually offer a footbath with Himalayan coarse salt and special herbs.
It’s a welcome to your body and soul relaxing your nerves, cleansing your energetic field and blessing your being.
Yoga
Yoga has become a no way back in my journey. There is no way to define yoga. Yes, it means union. However, the perfection of this science that involves spirituality and consciousness is always surprising us with countless benefits. Yoga heals. Yoga transforms. Yoga saves. Our western side of this planet, as always, has given much more value to the beauty of the postures (asanas) than to the philosophy involved. However, it is also a gateway. And that's through I came in. I love being able to share my experience of 20 years of practice. It's little, but it's true and sincere.
classes
HATA YOGA (private classes)
Meditation
Asanas (postures) with salutations to the Sun and sequences (krama) adapted for each practitioner
Pranayama (breath exercises)
Public
When the great teacher Charat was once asked if everyone could practice, he replied "not for the lazy..."
Interest in yoga can range from improving back pain to reducing anxiety. Yoga is for everyone.
Individual and group classes
workshops
events
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”I’m here to say that he helped to go through important pathways in my life.”
Mariana Maffeis, Brasil
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Adriana Bechara
Brasil
“In addition to a technically impeccable massage, there is a knowledge of the human body and a unique sensitivity. To complete, surrendering and concentration during the massage are the biggest differential. I recommend it a thousand times.”
Anne Schouten
Netherlands (Holanda)
" The massages and treatments of Paulain are truly one of a kind. It’s a beautiful experience, very nurturing and it also works on all your levels. I felt like a new person afterwards and knew all blockages were gone and energy was flowing again. One of the best therapists I know! Would highly recommend Paulains’ soul nurturing treatments to anyone. "
Roberta Borges
Portugal
“Paulain is simply amazing, the best Ayurvedic therapist I have ever met! He is competent, generous, his treatments and advice brought beautiful changes to my life!.”
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“Paulain is precise and has a lot of experience on what he does”
jeanne lehmann, france
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I met Paulain on the Yoga training course, he was very advanced, I turned and moved and watched his practice... years passed and I knew he was doing massage and that I needed to try it because the boy had magical hands!! Pure truth, after I did the first ritual, massage, pass, purging of pain from other lives, all of this together and a little more, I gave myself up, I had several treatments with him and I felt lighter and lighter, I entered that little room and leave transformed!! I miss these miraculous hands, I can't wait for him to come to Brazil and I can receive that cure that only he knows how to do, you do great friend 💚
Mariana Mesquita, Brasil
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Paulain has helped me a lot with some autoimmune conditions that I have been living with for years. They improve significantly after a few months of massage and Ayurvedic diet therapy. It brought me well-being and a very good state of relaxation. He knows how to care like few others. I recommend it with my eyes closed. 😘
Flávia Henriques, Brasil
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“i used to have pain on right knee but I don’t have it anymore.
Nowadays I do everything like go up and go down the stairs. For my age (88) is a great thing.
Anabela Lourenço, Portugal
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“I'm so greatful because if i hadnt done the treatments with alexandre my health would be in such different state to what is now”
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