Island Wisdom: Hawaiian Traditions and Practices for a Meaningful Life

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Rooted in ancient Hawaiian teachings,Island Wisdomtakes readers beyond the surface of beautiful beaches and vacation living to gain a deeper understanding of the Hawaiian Islands. Native Hawaiian and cultural expert Kainoa Daines has spent many years teaching visitors to the islands about this time-honoured wisdom, and now he has teamed up with journalist Annie Daly to share a beautiful book exploring four foundations of Hawaiian living: ALOHA (love), AINA (land), MOOLELO (stories), and OHANA (family). Filled with the voices and guidance of Hawaiian elders, local folklore, traditional recipes, and age-old teachings from how to make true island-style poke and how to malama aina (preserve and protect the land) to how to be pono everyday (live a life of balance). Including gorgeous local photography and illustrations throughout,Island Wisdomis a celebration of Hawai'is language, culture, and values for living a more harmonious, giving, and joyful life.

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Annie Daly is a New York City-based journalist and the author ofDestination Wellness,an exploration of different healthy living philosophies around the world. She's written for many wellness and travel publications, includingSelf,Afar,Cond Nast Traveler,Travel + Leisure,and more. She grew up visiting Hawai'i with her family, and considers herself a forever student of the islands.

Kainoa Daines is the Senior Director of Culture and Product Development for the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau. He is a proud member of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I and the Hawaiian Civic Club of Honolulu. He is a resident of Honolulu, with roots on all the major Hawaiian Islands.