We often hear people speak about light and darkness as though they are opposites in a battle between good and evil. “Choose the light.” “Stay away from the dark.” “Darkness is negative.” Maybe we need to pause and ask ourselves something important: Is darkness actually bad? The answer, I believe, is no. Darkness and evil […]
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably felt the weight of the world pressing down lately. Between endless bad news, social media drama, fuel and price hikes, and just the general hustle of daily life, it’s no wonder most of us are feeling overwhelmed. That constant stream of negativity can sneak up on you, leaving
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The masks we choose to wear usually start as a form of protection. At some point in our lives, we might have felt that our raw, authentic selves weren’t safe or were simply “too much” for the world around us. So, we built a shield. We put on the mask of the constant peacemaker, the
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Have you ever sat in a beautiful moment, maybe watching the incredible Cape sunset, sharing a laugh with a loved one, or sitting quietly in meditation, and felt a sudden, bittersweet wave wash over you? A realization that this exact moment will never happen again? There is a profound Japanese concept that captures this exact
We often start our Reiki journey with 3-minute Reiki bell music and a quiet room. We find forty minutes (or ten, if that’s all the time you have), light a candle, and focus on our self-treatment or the Precepts. It feels like a sanctuary, a separate space away from the “real world.” But the true
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I recently came across a quote from the book “When You’re Ready to Bloom”, by Sarah Sheehan, which shares a truth that serves as a vital anchor for the soul: “Unconditional love doesn’t mean unconditional tolerance. I can let you go and still love you because my love is unconditional, but your presence in my
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If you’ve spent any time in the healing world lately, you’ve probably noticed that Reiki isn’t just one thing anymore. You’ll see ads for Usui Reiki, Usui Shiki Ryoho, Karuna, Holy Fire, Angelic, and Jikiden. Each one claims a unique space in the healing arts. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed by the “alphabet
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Over the years, I have had many people ask the same question: “Is Reiki against my religion?”“Is it safe spiritually?”“Is it the work of the devil?” I want to speak to this clearly, lovingly, and honestly. As a Reiki Master Teacher I can say with complete integrity that Reiki is not a religion, does not
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Today, something small happened, and yet it landed hard. Someone sent me a message saying “Disappointed in the lack of general care.” The reason? They missed an email I had already replied to. Objectively, it was a misunderstanding. Subjectively, it felt like a punch to the chest. Why? Because I care deeply about this person. Because
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“I’m not everyone’s cup of tea.” It is a phrase we hear often, usually said with a shrug or down-turned eyes. As if not being liked by everyone is something to apologise for or make peace with. We’ve all been there. We walk into a room, join a new group, or share a piece of
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