Unplugged looks like
the perfect relationship book. What kind of advice do you give?
I focus on what I know, which is massage. My relationship advice comes in the shape of
how to give that blissful massage to your partner. So my advice is both technical, as far as
hand positions, muscles being worked and stroke techniques but also includes a
more holistic approach of getting the massage space ready for the session. Also I focus on how to emotionally get
yourself ready to give and receive the massage.
How long did it take you to write Unplugged?
The book took me about 2 years to write, from the moment
the seed was planted to the moment I uploaded it onto Amazon.
What inspired you when writing Unplugged?
I was inspired because this was such an amazing platform in
which to share my methods and ideas of massage to a large group of people and I
wanted to take full advantage of this opportunity. My 2 daughters also inspired me while writing
because even though they are young they would often encourage me in their own
child-like innocence to enjoy life which allowed more creative writing energy
to flow from me.
What type of reader would get the most out of your book?
I think anyone that enjoys touch and enjoys massage and
enjoys those intimate moments with our ‘person’ will get the most out of my
book. Its really written for people that
are curious to learn easy and simple massage techniques they can practice in
the comfort of their homes.
How did you come up with the ideas in Unplugged?
I client of mine in Cape Town, South Africa came up with
the idea when I was living there a couple years ago. While I was massaging him, he felt really
good and commented that I should write down my techniques and publish a book.
Did anything stick out as particularly challenging when
writing Unplugged?
Believe it or not the writing aspect of the book was the
easy part since massage is an extension of who I am it was easy to convey that
into words. What was most challenging
was the editing process and getting the book formatting perfect so that I could
upload it onto Amazon.
What do you like to do when not writing?
I like taking long walks, watching movies, practicing
martial arts and spending time doing absolutely nothing (which in todays
high-paced world, is harder than it sounds).
Where can readers find out more about your work?
My readers can connect with me on Facebook: Hakim La Rocca
and Instagram: @hakimlarocca
I am busy editing my 3rd book so be sure to keep
an eye on my social media for when it will be up on Amazon.