One of our wellness and yoga retreat participants’ most profound and rewarding activities is a visit to a Balian, a traditional Balinese healer.
There are almost as many types of healers as there are reasons for seeking one’s services. Some healing modalities include medicinal herbs and elixirs; while others study the body for tell tale signs of ‘dis-ease’. Others may read palms, use numerology or deep tissue massage to determine the illness or problem. The efficacy of a Bali healer is measured in his or her Taksu, or spiritual power and is evidenced in several ways.
Bali Healers: Seeking Balance
There are believed to be two distinct worlds that exist simultaneously in Bali; Sekala, or the visible world, and the invisible world know as Niskala. A gifted healer can see into the world of Niskala and retrieve a solution to ones ailment. Many healers can discover the problem, but the gifted healer can provide a solution. The Balinese not only acknowledge both the good and bad, they do not exalt one over the other or attempt to banish unwanted traits. In Bali Balance is King. It is the job of the healer to find a path to harmony.
When a Balinese falls ill, usually the first course of action is to make a traditional medicine from local herbs, roots and other natural items. These recipes have been passed down for generations and some derive from ancient Ayurveda, an Indian system of medicine based on balance.
A Balinese Healer works with a participant of our Wellness Yoga Retreat
Balians are committed to helping the people of their village and surrounding areas. Some estimates number the Balians of Bali at 8,000, four times the amount of doctors on the island. People regard the traditional Balinese healer as the first to diagnose and heal their disorder. Western style physicians are plentiful and quite competent on Bali as well, but many will first seek assistance from their traditional healers.
Floating Leaf collaborates with some of the most gifted healers in Bali for our Wellness and Yoga Retreats
Personally, we have been working with and researching Balians all over Bali for the past decade. We have benefited from many, been astounded and amazed on numerous occasions, and at times, been underwhelmed. We currently collaborate with a wide range of healers and some work with our retreat groups to perform special ceremonies or provide one-on-one consultations. One such ceremony is the Malukat, a special cleansing ceremony usually done with flowers in a source of fresh water like a spring of waterfall. Most retreat participants find it moving and powerful, and many are moved to tears. We work with each retreat group to select the healers that we believe can be the most effective. Contact us today to find out more about private healing sessions.
The Balian uses various methodologies to provide a path to balance for a retreat participant
We will be publishing much more on Balians and their practices. We take care not to mention names and not to divulge the location of these skillful healers as a gifted Balian can attract people by the thousands worldwide. A Balians’ first responsibility is to their village and we have seen many over the years become inundated with people and requests making their jobs very difficult. It is said a true Balian will not turn anyone away and not ask for payment (a donation is customary). We only record and discuss healing sessions with expressed approval.
For more on Balinese traditional healers, ceremonies, photos and details, please click Bali Healers and Wellness Retreats
For a personal testimonial on Floating Leaf’s custom wellness journeys with traditional Balinese healers, click here.
For more on Balians check Balifornian’s blog on Bali Healers.
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I visited Bali a few years ago and had a wonderful peaceful time in Ubud. Are you only operating in Bali? Or – do you have retreat centres in South Africa? We have a small lodge in Mozambique and would love to organize a Balinese Wellness Retreat at our place.
Thank you
Another great piece 🙂 I didn’t know about these traditional healers. Thx
Thank you Shaan and I am so glad you had the opportunity to visit Bali. We are solely in Indonesia and concentrating on our work in Bali at this time. the possibility of working together is of great interest and lets continue to discuss the possibilities.
Thank you,
Michael
Thanks so much Daniel.
We greatly appreciate your continued interest and input. There are many very powerful Balinese healers and we have seen some amazing things. We look forward to sharing them as well.
Warm regards,
Michael
Hello there, arrive in bali tomorrow for a few days and would very much like to arrange a healing session. Could you please get in touch on email so I can tell you a little about my issues? Thanks you very much
Hello Valerie and welcome to Bali. We would love to try to assist you. I have a few questions that I will send you to determine if we can be of help.I will send you an email with more information.
Thank you for contacting us and if we can be of help or not, we wish you the most pleasant stay on The Island of the Gods, Bali.
Warmest regards,
Mikaku
Hi Mikaku, i am arriving in Bali next week for a few days and would love to organise a healing session. Can you please contact me. Thank you.
Hello and I hope we can be of help. I emailed you some questions to see if we will be able to connect you with a Balian. Please let me know if you do not receive it.
Thank you for contacting us and Good luck!
Mikaku
Hi I’m interested in more info please
Thank you Lindsey. I have sent you an email with more information. All the best to you
Hi Mikaku, I would like to attent a healing in Canggu. There’s where i’m staying this week. Could you contact me?
Thanx a lot!
Hello Lei and thank you for your interest and post.
We would be delighted try to assist you. I will send you an email to see if we can help.
Warmest regards,
Mikaku
Hi Mikaku,
I would like to schedule a visit with a healer (well, 3 actually, all for specific purposes), and came across a “Balian list” online but do not know whether or not that specific Balian would speak enough English or how to find a translator who is experienced enough to translate the Balian’s words. I am currently in the Ubud area for the next 2 weeks, and would be open to recommendations, advice, anything really that would help put me on the right path.
Thank you!
Hello and I hope we can be of help. I emailed you some questions to see if we will be able to connect you with a Balian. Please let me know if you do not receive it.
Thank you for contacting us and Good luck!
Mikaku
Hi, I would love more info about seeing a healer during my upcoming trip next year. Thanks in advance!
Hello Ria and thank you for reading and responding.
I hope we can be of help. I emailed you some questions to see if we will be able to connect you with a Balian. Please let me know if you do not receive it.
Thank you for contacting us and Good luck!
Mikaku
Hello Mikaku,
I am in Bali now and would like to connect with a Balian from Floating Leaf.
Hello Javara and thank you for your interest and inquiry.
We would be delighted to assist you. I will send you a personal email as some information may be personal and is better handled via private email. Should the email not get to you, please email us directly if you do not receive my email.
Thank you and I hope your trip in Bali is all you dream it to be.
Warmest regards,
Mikaku
Hello Mikaku
i will visiting Bali next week for 7 days and would love to organise a healing session.
Can you help me arrange that please.
Jen
Hello Jenni and thank you for your interest and inquiry.
Due to its highly involved manner of setting up and all the nuances involved, the traditional Balinese healer services we provide is a special service provided to our in-house guests only at this time. It normally takes a few days to set up and we like to know more about the individuals so we can find the appropriate healer for them. If you would like to stay with us and partake in this profound opportunity, kindly share with me your exact dates and I can forward over a special quote and much more information on our services. We have a special package for this and you can learn more here- https://balifloatingleaf.com/retreat_packages/shamanic-healing-package/.
If it doesn’t work out this time, we understand and please contact us a couple weeks prior to your return to Bali and we can help create something special for you.
I would encourage you to pursue this with great caution as we hear of unfortunate situations almost weekly. The Balians we work with are gifted and sincerely want to help. We have longstanding relationships with them. But there are many unscrupulous individuals posing as healers to take advantage of tourists.
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.
With gratitude,
Mikaku
Hi Mikaku. Can you email me please about seeing Balian’s? I am here in Bali now and would like you to recommend someone to me. I will give you more information.
Hello Hannah and I have sent an email
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.
With gratitude,
Mikaku
Correct email address hannah.j.allan@gmail.com
OK
Ill try this one as well
Thank you
Hi Mikaku,
I’ve very interested in seeing a Balian healer. Could you give me some more information? I’ll be in Indonesia this June.
Thank you,
Jocelyn
[…] Please note: The suggestion of a Balian, Mangku or other traditional Balinese healer to undertake a Melukat is very much like a prescription written by a western doctor. A couple of our yoga and wellness retreat participants were disappointed that they were not asked to partake in the Melukat. Just as a doctor would only prescribe antibiotics for a person with a bacterial infection, a true Balinese healer would only suggest a Melukat for those in need. For more on Balinese traditional healers, photos and details, please click Bali Healers and Wellness Retreats […]
Good morning,
I’m currently in Ubud. My healing journey began in 2012. I’ve travelled to Bali several times since then, also India. I would like to share more information if you’re able to help guide me to a local traditional healer.
Namaste x
Hello Nicole,
Greetings from Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
We hope you are smiling and radiant!
I sent an email to see if we can help.
I would encourage you to pursue this with great caution as we hear of unfortunate situations almost weekly. The Balians we work with are gifted and sincerely want to help. We have longstanding relationships with them. But there are many unscrupulous individuals posing as healers to take advantage of tourists.
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.
Soulful sojourns,
Mikaku
Hi Mikaku,
I have devoted myself to the healing path and increasing my awareness. While I am aware that a lot of the healing lies in my own hands, it would be beneficial to explore work with a Balinese Healer.
Could you please assist me?
Love and Light,
JEZZA ?
Hello Mikaku and the Floating Leaf. I will be in Bali Jan 9-Feb2. I would very much like to meet with a healer while in town. I am very interested in Balian Taksu. however I am open to one that would suit my needs based on your recommendation. I am staying in Uluwatu but travel is not an issue.
Hello Kris,
Greetings from Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
We hope you are smiling and radiant! Yes, we have sent you an email and would love to assist you as this is one of the most beautiful, unique, and profound aspects of Bali.
I would encourage you to pursue this with great caution as we hear of unfortunate situations almost weekly. The Balians we work with are gifted and sincerely want to help. We have longstanding relationships with them. But there are many unscrupulous individuals posing as healers to take advantage of tourists.
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.Soulful sojourns,
Mikaku
Hi there,
I am flying into Bali tomorrow afternoon for a week and would love to hopefully be able to see a spiritual healer.
What is the best way to make this possible at such late notice?
Kind regards
Amanda
Hello Amanda,
Greetings from Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
We hope you are smiling and radiant! Yes, we would love to assist you as this is one of the most beautiful, unique, and profound aspects of Bali. We have sent you an email with more information.
If it doesn’t work out this time, we understand and please contact us a couple of weeks prior to your return to Bali and we can help create something special for you.
I would encourage you to pursue this with great caution as we hear of unfortunate situations almost weekly. The Balians we work with are gifted and sincerely want to help. We have longstanding relationships with them. But there are many unscrupulous individuals posing as healers to take advantage of tourists.
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.
Soulful sojourns,
Mikaku
I will be in Bali on the 24th January 2020 for a period of two weeks. I would like to see a Balian and have done some researching. I would love some guidance in finding the right one.
Thank you Lisa and we have sent you an email to see if we can help.
Hi, I would like some information about the healers, the water ceremony and about cost?, I’m here in Bali for few more days and would like to do for the full moon
Hello Cat,
Greetings from Floating Leaf Eco-Luxury Retreat.
We hope you are smiling and radiant! Yes, we would love to assist you as this is one of the most beautiful, unique, and profound aspects of Bali. We have sent you an email with more information.
If it doesn’t work out this time, we understand and please contact us a couple of weeks prior to your return to Bali and we can help create something special for you.
I would encourage you to pursue this with great caution as we hear of unfortunate situations almost weekly. The Balians we work with are gifted and sincerely want to help. We have longstanding relationships with them. But there are many unscrupulous individuals posing as healers to take advantage of tourists.
Thank you and I hope your trip to Bali is all you dream it to be.
Soulful sojourns,
Mikaku
Hello Team,
It’s pleasure to meet you. I am a internationally certified Healer and a Coach. I have designed a unique program “Atomic Weight Release Program”
and I would love to collaborate with you for the same.
I am planning my visit to Bali/Ubud very soon.
My insta handle is divineirishealing
Looking forward to hear from you.
Love & Light
Dimple
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Thank you!