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REIKI ARTICLES MAY 2025

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 International Awesomeness Day

Happy International Awesomeness Day (10/3/25)!

Hello Good People

Today, I want to take a moment to remind you just how incredible you are. Your dedication in remaining open to Reiki does not go unappreciated. I hope you take a moment today to recognise the light you share makes a profound difference in the world. Whether you offer Reiki to yourself, loved ones, or clients, your energy radiates kindness, balance, and peace.

We spend so much time giving, supporting others, and holding space…but today, I invite you to turn that same kindness inward and celebrate yourself.

Take a few moments to honour your AWESOMENESS with this simple self-Reiki practice: Connect with Reiki – Activate Reiki and let the energy flow into your heart centre. Feel warmth, love, and appreciation filling your entire being.

Affirm Your Awesomeness – Silently or aloud, repeat:

“I am enough. I am worthy. My light is powerful, and I embrace my awesomeness.”

Seal the Practice with Gratitude – Take a deep breath, smile, and thank yourself for this moment of self-care.

As you move through your day, remember: the connection you have does matter.

Your Reiki practice, your kindness, and your presence all contribute to a more balanced and loving world.

Is It Random? 

 Nothing you experience is random It may not make sense at the time but later when you join the dots you will see the bigger picture.

We don't always recognise the path we are being placed upon but along the way we encounter serendipities that resonate. In time you start to understand each road is about living and learning.

Each life experience a gift presented to enable you to reach your higher self.

Each loss can become a gain if you are willing to accept that pain and suffering leads to wisdom and growth .Your time on this earth plane is just a small part of a longer journey.

No one knows what lies ahead but have faith that it doesn't end here.

We are merely encountering life in all its hues, from sorrow to appreciation.

Our soul already knows the path, And knows the way back home ...

Artist Credit: Night Cafe Art

Signs of a Balanced Heart Chakra:

You feel connected to yourself and others.

You express love freely and without fear.

You practice forgiveness and compassion.

You experience emotional balance and harmony. 

Heart Chakra Reiki Practice:

To enhance Reiki healing for the Heart Chakra, try placing your hands over your heart and setting an intention like:

"I am open to love, healing, and deep inner peace."

You can also work with green or pink crystals

 (rose quartz, green aventurine) and affirmations to support the process.

Affirm Your Day

“I am filled with light and strength. Each day, I grow in confidence and peace.”

Grounding Exercise:

• Close your eyes and visualize the colors from this card surrounding you like a warm, protective glow.

• Name three things you can see, two things you can touch, and one thing you can hear to anchor yourself in the present.

Comment below as would love to know what you experienced

The Messages we send

The Messages We SendFollowing a recent winter sun break, I found myself reminiscing. For years, every adventure held a postcard. It became a ritual—stepping into a small shop, flipping through racks of glossy images, searching for the one that felt just right. A sun-drenched beach, a winding cobbled street, a mountain wrapped in mist. More than a snapshot of where I’d been, it was a moment captured in words, a chance to share a piece of the journey in a way that felt personal.I kept the tradition alive, with my boys, often sharing details that don’t make it into travel guides but make a place feel real.And then, sometimes, I sent a decoy. A generic “Having a great time, wish you were here!” to work colleagues. Sometimes a formality rather than a connection. Those postcards felt empty, like sending a beautiful picture without a story.Now, looking back, I wonder—how often do we communicate like that decoy postcard? A quick message, a hollow reply, something sent out of habit rather than meaning. True connection takes more. It’s in the details, the intention, the thought that lingers long enough to make someone feel seen.Maybe that’s why I still love postcards. In a world of instant communication, they remind me to slow down, to choose words with care. Because every message, whether written in ink or pixels, is an opportunity—not just to speak, but to truly connect.

Embrace 2025

As we begin to settle in to 2025, I’ve noticed already peoples initial intentions for the year starting to fade.

So I’m encouraging you to take a moment to realign with your goals, renew your energy, and embrace the freshness of 2025 and foster harmony within yourself and your surroundings with some affirmations.

These affirmations will help you embrace this transition:

 1. “I release the past and embrace the fresh start this month offers.”

 2. “I trust the journey of this new year and flow effortlessly with its rhythm.”

 3. “I am open to receiving Reiki energy, allowing it to guide me toward balance and peace.”

Affirmations for Personal Growth - Planting the seeds of transformation:

4. “I welcome new opportunities with gratitude and courage.”

5. “I let go of what no longer serves me and make space for growth.”

6. “Each day, I become more aligned with my authentic self.”

Affirmations for Health and Well-Being:

7. “Healing energy flows effortlessly through me and supports my highest good.”

8. “My mind, body, and spirit are in perfect harmony.”

9. “I nurture myself with kindness and compassion.

Affirmations for Gratitude and Presence:

10. “I am thankful for this moment and the infinite possibilities it holds.”

11. “I radiate love and light to myself and others.”

12. “I honour my journey and embrace the lessons January brings.”

How to Use Reiki Affirmations

 1. During Self-Reiki Sessions: As you move through the hand positions, repeat an affirmation for each area of your body.

 2. In Meditation: Begin or end your meditation with deep breaths, repeating your chosen affirmations silently or aloud.

 3. As Daily Reminders: Write affirmations on sticky notes and place them where you’ll see them often—like your mirror or workspace.

 4. In Journaling: Include affirmations in your journaling practice to solidify your intentions and track your progress.

January marks a new chapter, and with the gentle, healing energy of Reiki, you can approach the year with clarity, intention, and peace.

What are your favorite affirmations to use in January? I’d love to hear your inspiration—please share 💗🙏🏻

Managing Winter Blues with Reiki: Practical Exercises

Winter’s shorter days can bring low energy and mood shifts. Reiki practitioners can use energy-balancing techniques to stay centred and uplifted during this season.

Reiki Exercises for Winter Well-Being

1. Morning Energy Boost – Place hands on the heart and solar plexus for 5 minutes, setting an intention for warmth and clarity.

2. Grounding and Centering – Stand or sit with feet planted, hands on the lower abdomen, and visualize energy flowing from the earth.

3. Reiki for Mood Support – Place hands on the forehead and crown chakra for mental clarity and upliftment.

4. Reiki-Infused Breathwork – Inhale Reiki energy, exhale stagnant energy for a few minutes to cleanse your energy field.

5. Light Visualization – Envision golden light filling your body, dispelling heaviness and fatigue.

6. Evening Self-Reiki – Place hands on the heart and stomach before bed to promote restful sleep.

Honoring the Season

Winter invites introspection and restoration. By integrating Reiki into daily life, you can maintain balance, resilience, and a connection to your inner light. Embrace this season with self-care and renewal.

Together

This beautiful example of inosculation speaks to the deep connection and support found in nature. Even after one tree was cut, the other continued to hold and nourish it, allowing them to grow and rest in harmony.

In Reiki, we recognise a similar flow of energy—one that connects us all, offering support, healing, and balance. Just as these trees share their strength, we, too, can uplift and care for one another, knowing that we are always part of something greater.

A gentle reminder that even in times of stillness or change, we are never truly alone. Energy, love, and light continue to flow around and through us.

With warmth and kindness,

Niki 

Energising with the Sun

 Harnessing Solar Energy for Reiki, Whatever the WeatherThe sun is one of the most powerful sources of energy available to us. It nourishes life, provides warmth, and fuels our planet. For Reiki practitioners, the sun can also serve as a potent source of revitalising energy, helping to recharge and balance our own life force, regardless of the weather.The Sun as a Universal Energy SourceIn Reiki, we work with universal life force energy, which flows through all living things. The sun, as a primary source of this energy, provides a direct connection to nature’s power. While sunlight is physically visible on clear days, its energetic presence is always available, even when clouds obscure it or when the weather is cold and rainy.Just as Reiki energy transcends time and space, solar energy can be accessed beyond its physical warmth and brightness. The key is to tune into its essence, allowing it to replenish your energy field.How to Energise from the Sun—Whatever the Weather1. Sun Meditation for Energy Absorption • Find a quiet place outdoors or near a window. • Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths, centering yourself. • Visualise the sun’s rays reaching you, filling you with golden light. • Even on cloudy days, imagine the sun’s energy filtering through, touching your skin, and entering your energy field. • As you breathe in, absorb its warmth and vitality. As you exhale, release any stagnant energy.2. Reiki Self-Healing with Solar Energy • Place your hands on your solar plexus (just above the navel), the chakra most associated with personal power and vitality. • Intend to draw in the sun’s energy, allowing it to flow through your palms and into your body. • If it is daytime, even if the sun is hidden, trust that its energy is present and available to you. • Let Reiki and solar energy combine, filling your body with renewed strength and balance.3. Outdoor Reiki Charging • If possible, stand outside for a few minutes and face the sun (or the direction it is in behind clouds). • Hold your hands in Gassho (prayer position) and set the intention to absorb the life-giving energy of the sun. • Imagine your entire aura being bathed in golden light, cleansing and revitalising your energy.4. Crystal Charging with Solar Energy • Place Reiki-infused crystals (such as citrine, clear quartz, or sunstone) in a sunny spot, even if indirect light is all that is available. • Allow them to absorb solar energy and Reiki, enhancing their vibrational charge. • Use these crystals in Reiki sessions to bring the warmth and strength of the sun into your healing work.5. Setting Solar Intentions for the Day • Upon waking, take a moment to acknowledge the sun’s presence, even if you cannot see it. • Set an intention to carry its radiant energy with you throughout the day. • Use an affirmation such as: “I am filled with the life-giving energy of the sun. Its power flows through me, bringing light, strength, and clarity.”Embracing the Sun’s Energy Year-RoundEven in winter or on stormy days, the sun remains a constant force, sustaining life on Earth. By shifting our perception and tuning into its ever-present energy, we can harness its vitality whenever we need it. Whether through meditation, Reiki practice, or simple mindfulness, the sun’s power is always available to support and uplift us.No matter the weather, the light within us and around us is always shining. By consciously connecting with solar energy, we can enhance our Reiki practice, boost our well-being, and carry the warmth of the sun within us every day.