In an older post on spiritual practice, I explored the notion that spiritual practice is literally a way to practice skills that will show up for us when we're off the cushion, the mat, or the treatment table. In this post I'd like to talk a little bit about the value of consistency in our daily practice
Read MoreEarlier 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 MoreHealers need healing too…that’s the basis of the monthly Healer’s Jam at the Reiki School and Clinic. Another principle, and one that really defines the school is “it’s sacred, not serious.” For us, this applies to Reiki practice, healing in general and definitely gatherings of healers.
Read MoreIf you ask any elder from a deep healing tradition, they will tell you that taking things too seriously is bad for your health. As spiritual practitioners we might be interested in reaching enlightenment, or becoming a 'being of light.' I'm here to tell you that you don't get any lighter by being too serious.
Read MoreDaily practice has both short and long-term, cumulative benefits that transcend what we may or may not feel in the moment. If we examine ourselves over time, over many days or weeks of daily self-practice, we will likely notice a great difference. We have to examine our approach, our hopes and our expectations, instead of merely what we feel in the moment.How can you tell if you had a good Reiki self-treatment? If you did it, I can guarantee it was good. It's a practice. It will rarely be whatever your idea is of perfect.
Read MoreAs winter progresses everything is moving slower. If you have a Reiki practice, I employ you to take time this winter to look deeply within and embrace your own inner knowing. At the school we have utilized our Reiki practice, along with other tools, to help us plan our move to a new home.
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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