Sound Reiki: My Path as a Reiki Empath

Students who enroll in my classes are often empaths. An empath is not to be confused with someone who has empathy for others. Empathy allows one to experience heartfelt joy or sorrow in response to another’s good fortune or distress. Empaths, on the other … Continue reading “Sound Reiki: My Path as a Reiki Empath”

“It’s my party, and I’ll cry if I want to.”

It dates me, I know, to admit I danced to this song when it became a Pop hit in 1963. The vocalist, Lesley Gore, is crying over a lost love, but, as we all know, there can be myriad reasons … Continue reading ““It’s my party, and I’ll cry if I want to.””

Sound Reiki: Can Reiki Impact Cancer Remission?

A chance encounter and an inspiring Reiki story. I had the good fortune of receiving a total ankle replacement on November 27 at Seattle’s Harborview Medical Center, one of the premier facilities in the country for treatment of trauma and … Continue reading “Sound Reiki: Can Reiki Impact Cancer Remission?”

Sound Reiki: Healing the Healer

As my Reiki practice has deepened and expanded, so has my own healing journey. I believe if I am to reach my fullest potential as a healer and be of greater service to those who come to me for healing, … Continue reading “Sound Reiki: Healing the Healer”

Sound Reiki: Reiki, a Way of Living

At its most simple, Reiki is a technique that quickly induces the relaxation response, a state that promotes healing and well-being. At its most profound, Reiki is a tool for spiritual transformation and a means for accomplishing physical, mental, and … Continue reading “Sound Reiki: Reiki, a Way of Living”

Sound Reiki: Practice is the Best Remedy for Self-doubt

Early in my practice, I began each treatment in trepidation. I thought, I’m charging money for this. What if I’m not good enough? What if it doesn’t work? What if Reiki doesn’t flow? What if the client feels it’s not … Continue reading “Sound Reiki: Practice is the Best Remedy for Self-doubt”