To manifest the reality, you want you not only have to define what it is and believe in it, but you also have to be able to feel it. The element of emotion is important. But what exactly does it mean to “feel it”?
Read moreLeaning into My Empathy
Often, I can protect my energy from the effects of others’ emotions. I will distance myself from people important to me when they are struggling if there is nothing that I can do physically to help, in hopes that by distancing myself from their current, low vibrational situations I can more easily hold their truth of ultimate good in my mind and heart for them. Sometimes, it feels important though, to let myself grieve with them.
Read moreEmotional Communication with Your Higher Self
According to Abraham Hicks (channeled by Esther Hicks) we each have a direct line of communication with our higher selves, or as Abraham refers to it, our inner selves that comes in the form of our emotions. The more pleasant our emotions feel, the better aligned we are with our higher self. The more unpleasant our emotions, the more out of alignment we are.
Read moreMy Personal Faith in Universal Oneness
I believe that was hurts one of us hurts us all. What is good for one, is good for all. There is no true separation. What is done to one, is done to all. This is the message I ultimately want to spread through my work. This connection is what makes Reiki and other healing modalities work. It is at the core of everything I believe and every action I take. I want to share this belief and I invite all others who believe the same to share it, as well. Let us not focus labels that create false separation, but share our sense of oneness with compassion and understanding for all.
Read moreHow Affirmations Work and 7 Tips for Using Them
Positive affirmations can be powerful tools when we are trying to change our habits or raise our personal vibrations. Keep reading to find out exactly what an affirmation is, how they work, and how to use them.
Read more7 Tips for Handling Worry and Anxiety
Everyone gets nervous or worried sometimes. Anxiety is a natural emotion that puts us on high alert so that we can better deal with tough situations. But, for people who suffer from anxiety disorders, it can become debilitating. Our anxiety can be triggered by everyday things that do not cause a moments distress to someone else. A knock on the door, standing in line at the store, talking on the phone…so many things can become a source of distress for someone with an anxiety disorder.
Read more7 (Mostly Spiritual) Ways I Care For Myself through Depression
I’ve lived with depression as long as I can remember. When I was younger it was debilitating. It affected every area of my life. There were many times I didn’t feel I could go on. Dealing with depression is no longer the struggle it once was though.
Read moreReplace Judgements with Kindness
Unkind thoughts or judgments will inevitably come to our minds sometimes. What matters isn't that our thoughts our always kind, but that with effort, we can always find our way to kindness if we try.
Read moreHow Gratitude Transformed My Life
Just for today, be grateful. These words have life changing power when you put them into practice. Teaching me to be grateful for all of my blessings is another gift Reiki has given.
Read more3 Ways to Release Worry
The Reiki Principles tell us not to worry, but that can be easier said than done. It is one thing to state, “Just for today, I will not worry.” It is another to actually calm your mind and let your worries go. When we learn to let go of our worries and faith that we find the right solutions to our problems, the right solutions are more likely to come to us.
Read moreUsing Reiki Principles to Manage ADHD Aggression
Life can be challenging, especially when raising a child with ADHD. Finding ways to help them stay calm and focused feels like an ongoing struggle. This is the story of how a simple daily practice brought peace to our home. By incorporating the Reiki Principles into our routine, my son and I found new ways to handle our emotions and connect more deeply. Read on to learn how these principles have made a difference in our lives and how they can help you too.
Read moreJust for Today...I Will be Realistic
I think of the principles as daily goals working towards a healthy and happy life. "I will never," is not a realistic goal. We were never meant to be perfect beings. Our imperfections give us our opportunities to learn and grow and become enlightened.
Read moreThe Reiki Principles, The Secret Art of Inviting Happiness
The Reiki Principles give us a clear guide by which to live. They offer us the attainable goal of "just for today" and ideals that can apply to almost any situation.
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