A medium is the intermediary, the person, place or thing in between two different materials. The medium is the receiver of one energy, the translator and the giver of the energy.
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It's hard to believe that The Reiki School + Clinic is 15 years old. When I started the school, I was only 23. This year is also an anniversary of practice for me too, meaning, as of this year I'll have been practicing Reiki as many years as I haven't been practicing.
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The wisdom of the I Ching is accessed through a process of divination – the book tells you what you need to know, when you need to know it. The oracle is not a device for 'fortune telling', but it is instead a kind of 'fortune finding' tool. The wisdom comes to us from two distinct spiritual lineages – Taoist and Confucian.
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Tip 8 comes from discussions with a dear friend of mine, Penn Oncology chaplain Kava Schafer: Tip 8 - The Power of Self Care: Do a few things each week to nourish your spirit. Taking time for self care has been an essential part of how I stay centered. I've found that I need a balance of work and play, and I can't wait only for weekends or days off. During the work week I care so much for others and work so hard that I need to prioritize caring for myself.
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Tip 7- Leave your cellphone out of your bedroom when you go to sleep
Read MoreThis weeks tip is perhaps the most radical and simple of all:TIP 6- Be Real: Don't pretend you are feeling happy, healthy and peaceful when you're notBeing a good or a spiritual person does not mean being happy, smiley and nice all of the time. This line of thinking is incredibly dangerous. It sounds strikingly similar to the thought that a truly healthy person is a skinny vegan who always wears flowy yoga clothes. I call bullshit on this. Bullshit. BULLSHIT!
Read MoreThis week's tip is a rule in my house for everyone. I can tell you, it works wonders for avoiding fights, sleeping better, and generally having a better end of every day. If you are on an alternative schedule like my amazing niece who works the night shift (shout out if you're reading Marlee!), you might have to alter the timing a little to fit your schedule: Tip #3 - No Logistics After 10pm
Read MoreLast week I offered my first of 8 easy tips for staying sane in the craziness of a busy life. This week, I'm offering the second tool from my private toolkit. It's one of the best ways I've found to change my mood, release stuck energy (physical or emotional), keep things moving in a positive direction, and cheer up other people when they're in a poopy mood. Tip #2 Institute a Weekly Dance Party...
Read MoreWe live in a fast-paced, technology-laden time where there is constant pressure to do more and more and more and more. People often ask me, “How do you get so much done and stay so peaceful and calm?” I’m certainly not perfect, but I’ve cultivated a few essential guidelines that I follow that help keep me feeling sane and happy. I’d like to share them with you because if they can help you do the same, then hey, what else really matters?
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Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of speaking with Frans Stiene, a Senior Reiki Teacher who travels the world learning everything he can about the traditions and origins of Reiki and generously sharing this knowledge with others.
Read MoreWhen I am on the mat, or on the cushion, the discipline, activity, and letting go remind me of the qualities I want to exercise in the rest of my life.
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