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<h2>Understanding Reiki for Pets</h2>
<p>Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive healing technique that can be beneficial for pets. It involves channeling positive energy to promote well-being and relaxation. Before scheduling a session for your furry friend, it's essential to understand how Reiki works and its potential benefits. Whether your pet is dealing with physical ailments or emotional stress, Reiki can provide a soothing experience.</p>

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<h3>Choosing the Right Practitioner</h3>
<p>Finding a qualified Reiki practitioner is crucial for ensuring a positive experience for your pet. Look for someone who has specific experience with animals and comes highly recommended. You can ask for referrals from your veterinarian or check reviews and testimonials online. A practitioner who understands animal behavior and communication will be better equipped to make your pet feel comfortable.</p>

<h3>Preparing Your Pet Physically</h3>
<p>Before the session, ensure your pet is in good physical condition. This means they should be fed, hydrated, and have had a chance to relieve themselves. A relaxed pet is more receptive to the healing energy of Reiki. Additionally, ensure that your pet is well-groomed and free from any discomfort that might distract them during the session.</p>

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<h3>Creating a Comfortable Environment</h3>
<p>The environment where the Reiki session takes place should be serene and quiet. Choose a familiar space where your pet feels safe, as this will help them relax more easily. You might want to provide a soft blanket or cushion for them to lie on. Keep noise to a minimum and dim the lights if possible to create a calming atmosphere.</p>

<h3>Introducing Your Pet to the Practitioner</h3>
<p>Allow your pet some time to get acquainted with the Reiki practitioner before the session begins. This can help reduce any anxiety or stress they might feel around new people. Let the practitioner interact with your pet gently, offering treats or toys if necessary to establish trust and rapport.</p>

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<h3>Observing Your Pet's Reactions</h3>
<p>During the session, pay attention to your pet’s reactions. Some animals may fall asleep, while others might show signs of relaxation like yawning or stretching. These behaviors indicate that your pet is receiving the energy positively. However, if your pet shows signs of discomfort, it’s important to communicate this to the practitioner so adjustments can be made.</p>

<h3>Post-Session Care</h3>
<p>After the Reiki session, give your pet some time to relax and process the experience. They may need extra rest or water, so ensure these are readily available. Observe any changes in behavior or energy levels over the following days. Share these observations with the practitioner during follow-up sessions to tailor future treatments.</p>

<h3>The Benefits of Regular Sessions</h3>
<p>Consistency is key when it comes to Reiki for pets. Regular sessions can enhance the therapeutic benefits, helping maintain your pet's physical and emotional health over time. Discuss with the practitioner how often sessions should be scheduled based on your pet's specific needs.</p>

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<p><strong>In Conclusion</strong>, preparing your pet for a Reiki session involves careful planning and consideration of their comfort and well-being. By taking these steps, you can help ensure that they have a positive and healing experience.</p>

How to Prepare Your Pet for a Reiki Session

We mustn't disturb mommy while she's meditating

<p>In recent years, meditation has become an increasingly popular practice among humans, helping individuals to find peace, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. But did you know that pets can also benefit from meditation? By incorporating meditation techniques into your pet's routine, you can enhance relaxation and strengthen the bond between you and your furry friend.</p>

<h2>Understanding Pet Meditation</h2>
<p>Pet meditation involves using calming techniques to help your pet relax and unwind. Just like humans, animals can experience stress and anxiety, which can affect their behavior and health. By dedicating time to meditate with your pet, you can create a tranquil environment that promotes peace and contentment.</p>

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<h3>The Benefits of Meditation for Pets</h3>
<p>Meditation can offer numerous benefits for pets. Some of the most significant advantages include:</p>
<ul>
    <li><b>Reduced Anxiety:</b> Regular meditation can help soothe pets that suffer from anxiety, leading to a calmer disposition.</li>
    <li><b>Improved Behavior:</b> A relaxed pet is less likely to exhibit destructive behaviors, making meditation an excellent tool for behavior management.</li>
    <li><b>Strengthened Bond:</b> Spending time meditating with your pet can deepen your connection, enhancing mutual trust and understanding.</li>
</ul>

<h2>Simple Meditation Techniques for Pets</h2>
<p>Introducing meditation into your pet's routine doesn't have to be complicated. Here are some easy techniques you can try:</p>

<h3>Guided Breathing</h3>
<p>Sit in a quiet space with your pet, encouraging them to lie down comfortably. Focus on your breathing and gently guide your pet's attention by stroking them rhythmically. This technique helps create a serene atmosphere where both you and your pet can relax together.</p>

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<h3>Visualization Exercises</h3>
<p>Visualization is another effective method. Imagine a peaceful scene or environment and project that calmness to your pet through gentle touch and soothing words. This can be particularly beneficial for pets that are naturally anxious or have experienced traumatic events.</p>

<h2>Incorporating Sound Therapy</h2>
<p>Natural sounds, such as the sound of waves, birds chirping, or soft instrumental music, can greatly enhance the meditation experience for your pet. Play these calming sounds during your meditation sessions to help your pet relax and focus on positive energy.</p>

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<h3>Consistency is Key</h3>
<p>Like any new habit, consistency is crucial when introducing meditation to your pet's routine. Aim to meditate at the same time each day, allowing your pet to become familiar with the practice and anticipate the calming sessions. Over time, you'll likely notice a positive change in their behavior and demeanor.</p>

<p>Incorporating meditation into your pet's life is a rewarding practice that can lead to a happier, healthier pet. By dedicating just a few minutes each day to meditate with your furry companion, you'll foster a deeper connection and contribute to their overall well-being. So why not give it a try? Both you and your pet will benefit from the tranquility and bonding that meditation brings.</p>

Meditation Techniques for Pets: Enhancing Relaxation and Bonding

<h3 id="figure-a3oj00ay6am1o9aupk"><img id="a3oj00ay6am1o9aupk" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2bv6ox57icU1BAO7jvv6xv4tNWU5iBuHrfh8kS1qUAXiaZf70R8p9hCCroSV2p0l.jpg" alt="Woman practicing Equine Reiki therapy" title="Woman practicing Equine Reiki therapy" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 selected" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 85% 75%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="Equine Reiki training with the Medicine Pony Tribe, " data-positionx="85%" data-positiony="75%" data-fullwidth="true" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2bv6ox57icU1BAO7jvv6xv4tNWU5iBuHrfh8kS1qUAXiaZf70R8p9hCCroSV2p0l.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 85% 75%;" data-mce-selected="1">Equine Reiki training day with the Medicine Pony Tribe</h3><p>I have always had an affinity with animals, intuitively I had always felt a calming and healing presence in the company of animals. Each animal that I encountered became a teacher to me, helping me to understand that all sentient beings are natural born healers, with a purpose in becoming a companion to their special person. In my &nbsp;experience all of my animal companions understood and accepted me unconditionally far more often than people ever did.</p><p>Since my late teens, I have been involved in animal rescue &amp; rehabilitation, volunteering my spare time to advocate for those voiceless sentient beings, who for no fault of their own, were failed by their humans and sadly ended up in the animal rescue community. In the early 2000’s I attended an animal rescue healing workshop, where I learned about therapeutic touch and about meditating with energy healing for animals &amp; experienced Reiki for the first time, and also saw first hand, how Reiki meditation helped to provide a calming nurturing effect on most rescued dogs, cats and horses. This ignited my passion to learn more about energy healing and Animal Reiki. Since 2020, I have been actively sharing my personal Usui Reiki practice with Animals.</p><p>Fast forward to June, 2024, &nbsp;this year when I decided to attend an Equine Reiki training day, with Laura Barbour, Reiki Master Teacher &amp; the wild Spanish mustangs of the <a data-mce-href="https://www.equinereikiscotland.co.uk/" href="https://www.equinereikiscotland.co.uk/">Medicine Pony Tribe</a>, which is an Accredited Animal Reiki Training Centre by the UK Reiki Federation.</p><p>Let Animals Lead® is quite different from other Animal Reiki methods. It is a unique approach to sharing reiki with animals which is a meditation based foundation. Animal led reiki sessions are quite different to a standard hands-on reiki session as with people. All sentient beings are inherently natural born healers, and when we embrace ‘Being Reiki’ we choose to hold sacred space without judgement. Our hands are in the gassho position, or facing outwards, and touch is only used when the animal presents itself against our palms, indicating acceptance of hands on reiki.</p><p>As Animal Reiki practitioners, we are not only embodying the Reiki precepts, we also acknowledge the <a data-mce-href="https://www.animalreikisource.com/post/the-6-pillars-of-the-let-animals-lead-method-of-animal-reiki" href="https://www.animalreikisource.com/post/the-6-pillars-of-the-let-animals-lead-method-of-animal-reiki" target="_blank" rel="noopener">6 Pillars of Animal Reiki</a> through the release of our ego’s and choose to detach from the healing outcome, viewing all animals as perfectly imperfect in that moment. We are ‘Being Reiki’ by seeking consent and offering to share unconditional Love in a safe healing space, choosing “to let go of “doing” Reiki and instead learning the healing power of compassionate presence within an Animal Reiki Meditation.” -Kathleen Prassad.&nbsp;</p><p>Meditation with the Medicine pony tribe was a wonderful experience, in which I was able to return to the basics of Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki and put the 'Handbook of Equine Reiki' recommendations &amp; Usui Reiki Japanese meditations into practice, while surrendering fully to the healing wisdom of the wild Spanish mustangs. Wild Mustangs are incredibly sensitive to energy, scents and emotions, so to prepare myself, I took the opportunity to ground centre &amp; shield by using Kenyoko Ho, also known as dry bathing. &nbsp;</p><p>Kenyoko Ho or Dry Bathing is a quick routine that you can practice at the beginning of your Usui Reiki meditation or hands-on-healing practice. It is practiced to cleanse the body, mind and spirit. We practice Kenyoku Ho with the intention to clear anything that is preventing us from being an open and receptive channel for Reiki. It can also be used to ground and disconnect from people, and situations that are taking you out of the present moment.</p><p>Then I sat in meditation &amp; set my intentions - to be a clear conduit for reiki to flow for the highest good of all beings. Joshin Kokyu Ho is a foundational meditation practice in the tradition of Reiki. This practice builds the Hara, improves concentration and clears the energy field. Practise this meditation for approximately 15 minutes. This meditation can improve the flow of breath, and Reiki in the body and mind. It can lessen the effects of stress, and help you ground your energy field.</p><p>Once I was sufficiently prepared energetically, I was permitted to enter the corral area where the ponies were busy eating and relaxing, while enjoying their feed. The ponies are used to a specific routine and after raising my vibration and seeking their consent, I was very hopeful to be accepted by the tribe &amp; be allowed to interact respectfully.</p><p>Standing quietly and as unobtrusive as possible, I continued in the Gassho position, while practising Reiki breathwork and paying attention to their body language. Expanding my aura and widening the healing space, suddenly several ponies approached me &amp; granted permission by nuzzling my hands, and venturing closer to sniff.</p><p>One of the ponies, Mystery Illusion, had decided she wanted a personal hands-on Reiki session, which according to Laura, was quite unusual for this particular lady. She placed her head into my palms for a gentle scratch and then continued moving back and forth under my hands, as she indicated she wanted a whole-body reiki energy sweep from nose to tail. She then pressed her head against my forehead and held that position for several moments, while breathing deeply and sharing her energy, she then nuzzled my neck and continued to take deep breaths, while sighing deeply. At this moment, intuitively I received an energetic download of many images in quick succession, psychically. I began explaining to Laura what I had felt, sensed, and seen, a mountain of information, I tried to accept and decipher without placing my interpretation. Laura was able to verify and confirm 8/10 of the pieces of information that the lovely and most chatty Mystery Illusion had shared with me.</p><p><br></p><p>Over the next few hours, several other of the mustangs also approached me, eager to have my undivided attention, and take part in sharing Reiki space with me. It was such a wonderful experience. It truly was such a blessing &amp; spiritual experience I can't put into words. To let the ponies teach me, &amp; surrendering to the Wisdom and healing with the Spanish Mustang Herd was an experience to behold &amp; cherish.</p><p>Thank you Laura so much, I can't wait to return again one day for Celtic Horse whispering &amp; Meditation. That day can't come soon enough.</p><p><br></p>

Equine Reiki Training with the wild spanish mustangs of the Medicine Pony Tribe

<h2>Introduction</h2><p>Stress is a common problem in today's fast-paced and busy lifestyle. It can affect our physical and mental health, leading to various health issues. One way to combat stress is through Reiki, an ancient Japanese technique that promotes relaxation and reduces stress. With the advent of mobile Reiki, it has become more accessible and convenient for people to reduce stress in their busy lives.&nbsp;</p><p>Elaine Bowler Reiki also provides appointments onsite to clients within Ballarat, including healthcare settings.</p><p><br data-mce-bogus="1"></p><h3>What is Reiki?</h3><p>Reiki is a holistic form of energy healing, the method widely recognised today originated in Japan. Reiki utilizes the universal life force energy which flows through all living beings, to promote healing and relaxation, balance, harmony and inner peace. It involves the use of hands to transfer energy to promote healing and relaxation. The practitioner places their hands on or near the clients body, and becomes a conduit for reiki, as the energy flows through their hands to the recipient.</p><figure id="figure-euyobiqxnlk658imw"><img id="euyobiqxnlk658imw" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/325nxWgzDPZxfr8RyS4Yy0H5zXaHIJEbhaoTMpUBCuEdjz6q3wJeQboxa5jk2WUZ.jpeg" alt="Woman enjoying head massage. Acupressure treatment. Relaxation and Alternative medicine conept" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/325nxWgzDPZxfr8RyS4Yy0H5zXaHIJEbhaoTMpUBCuEdjz6q3wJeQboxa5jk2WUZ.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><figure id="figure-jtbs9vfewls1cv3in"><img id="jtbs9vfewls1cv3in" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/25UvEjYOEh6214MOrYpkq9uCEKIuulULmPjo7SXpFRHWWGzdi0Dg8fT70vSwQGbx.jpeg" alt="Relaxation therapy and anxiety management for children, reiky and aromatherapy" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/25UvEjYOEh6214MOrYpkq9uCEKIuulULmPjo7SXpFRHWWGzdi0Dg8fT70vSwQGbx.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h3>How Mobile Reiki Works</h3><p>Mobile Reiki is a service that brings Reiki to your doorstep. Instead of going to a Reiki practitioner, the practitioner comes to you. This service is especially beneficial for people with busy schedules who find it challenging to take time out for self-care. The practitioner brings all the necessary equipment, including a massage table, to provide the Reiki session in the comfort of your home or office. For those with limited space, most practitioners recommend that a reclining Lounge Chair is also suitable to use.</p><figure id="figure-5wxn43tjdlk658kag"><img id="5wxn43tjdlk658kag" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1541899481282-d53bffe3c35d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyMnx8Y2FyfGVufDB8fHx8MTcwNjY3OTg4OHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="blue Volkswagen Polo 5-door hatchback" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1541899481282-d53bffe3c35d?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyMnx8Y2FyfGVufDB8fHx8MTcwNjY3OTg4OHww&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h3>The Benefits of Mobile Reiki</h3><p>Mobile Reiki has several benefits, including:</p><ul><li>Convenience: You don't have to travel to a Reiki practitioner, saving you time and effort.</li><li>Comfort: You can receive the Reiki session in the comfort of your home or office, which can help you relax better.</li><li>Privacy: Mobile Reiki provides a more private setting, which can be beneficial for people who are uncomfortable with receiving Reiki in a public setting.</li></ul><h3>How Mobile Reiki Can Help Reduce Stress</h3><p>Mobile Reiki can help reduce stress in several ways:</p><ul><li>Relaxation: Reiki promotes relaxation, which can help reduce stress levels.</li><li>Improved Sleep: Reiki can help improve the quality of sleep, which is essential for reducing stress.</li><li>Reduced Anxiety: Reiki can help reduce anxiety, which is a common symptom of stress.</li><li>Convenience; the Practitioner travels directly to you, to provide treatment, removing stress of travel.</li></ul><figure id="figure-00830pwcfblk658oc8"><img id="00830pwcfblk658oc8" src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1594172104175-f898a8b17ef3?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMnx8UmVpa2klMjBtdW18ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2Njc5NzY1fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" alt="woman in blue and white plaid dress shirt carrying girl in white shirt" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1594172104175-f898a8b17ef3?crop=entropy&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;fit=max&amp;fm=jpg&amp;ixid=M3wyNjI5NjF8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMnx8UmVpa2klMjBtdW18ZW58MHx8fHwxNzA2Njc5NzY1fDA&amp;ixlib=rb-4.0.3&amp;q=80&amp;w=1080" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><h3>Who Can Benefit from Mobile Reiki?</h3><p>Mobile Reiki can benefit anyone who wants to reduce stress and improve their overall well-being. It can be especially beneficial for:</p><ul><li>People with busy schedules who find it challenging to take time out for self-care.</li><li>People who are uncomfortable with receiving Reiki in a public setting.</li><li>People who have mobility issues and find it challenging to travel to a Reiki practitioner.</li><li>Residential Care and palliative care facilities often organise Reiki practitioners to attend and offer reiki treatments to patients, to support patients and families emotional needs during the difficult End-of-Life transitions.</li></ul><h3>SUMMARY</h3><p>Mobile Reiki is an excellent way to reduce stress in today's busy lifestyle. It provides convenience, comfort, and privacy, making it an ideal choice for people who want to take care of their well-being but find it challenging to take time out for self-care. If you're looking for a way to reduce stress and improve your overall well-being, consider trying mobile Reiki. <img id="d3ov84b8talk658rrd" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/36tE1l1z6EuQM5iziWuskk4bhybhWifFVqnRkl7vS8Oby9kZeq65GLuHvgF7igJp.jpeg" alt="Man lying on a massage table at spa" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/36tE1l1z6EuQM5iziWuskk4bhybhWifFVqnRkl7vS8Oby9kZeq65GLuHvgF7igJp.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></p>

How Mobile Reiki Can Help Reduce Stress in Busy Lives

<p>Living with chronic pain can be incredibly challenging. It affects not only your physical well-being but also your mental and emotional health. While there are various conventional treatments available, many people are turning to holistic complementary therapies like Reiki for chronic pain management.</p><h2>What is Reiki?</h2><p>Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that promotes relaxation and stress reduction. It is based on the belief that energy flows through our bodies, and when this energy is blocked or imbalanced, it can lead to physical, emotional, and spiritual ailments. Reiki practitioners use their hands to channel energy into the body, helping to restore balance and promote healing.</p><h2>How Does Reiki Help with Chronic Pain?</h2><p>Reiki can be a powerful tool for managing chronic pain. It works by targeting the root cause of the pain, whether it is physical, emotional, or energetic. By restoring balance to the body's energy system, Reiki can help alleviate pain and promote overall well-being.</p><h3>1. Relaxation and Stress Reduction</h3><p>Chronic pain often leads to increased stress and tension in the body. Reiki promotes deep relaxation, helping to reduce stress levels and release tension. This relaxation response can help alleviate pain and create a sense of calm and well-being.</p><h3>2. Energy Balancing</h3><p>Reiki works on the principle that pain and illness are caused by imbalances in the body's energy system. By channeling healing energy into the body, Reiki helps to restore balance and remove blockages. This can help to reduce pain and promote healing.</p><figure id="figure-fsw8vk4l4lk872fdv"><img id="fsw8vk4l4lk872fdv" src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/2ai80FAa2I3nnL6iqrB5yvgIc7ZZ5TWuYaLgdqWIV473vdY0ZdDwurTa4tfTSmJ8.jpeg" alt="Senior female patient at beauty salon having head massage" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 " style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="null" data-positiony="null" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/shutterstock/2ai80FAa2I3nnL6iqrB5yvgIc7ZZ5TWuYaLgdqWIV473vdY0ZdDwurTa4tfTSmJ8.jpeg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure><p> </p><h3>3. Emotional Healing</h3><p>Chronic pain often has an emotional component, such as stress, anxiety, or depression, and it is often said that many illnesses begin as blocked emotions. Reiki can help address these emotional factors by promoting a sense of peace and relaxation. Reiki energy is intelligent and will automatically flow throughout the body to where it is most needed, neutralising stagnant energy enabling an increasing energy flow. It can also help release emotional blockages, allowing for emotional healing and well-being. Where traditional medical care often addresses the symptoms of illness, Reiki treatments can also help support patients emotional and spiritual needs at a deeper level.</p><h3>4. Complementary to Conventional Treatments</h3><p>Reiki is not meant to replace conventional medical treatments for chronic pain. However, it can be used as a complementary therapy to enhance the effectiveness of other treatments. The mind, body, spirit connection is well known, what affects the mind, also affects the body. reducing stress and anxiety, also has a flow on effect of reducing muscle tension, and pain perception. Many people find that Reiki helps to reduce pain and improve their overall well-being when used alongside other treatments. Reiki is now offered in many healthcare settings to help support patients cope with inasive medical treatments.</p><h2>Getting Started with Reiki for Chronic Pain Management</h2><p>If you're interested in trying Reiki for chronic pain management, it's important to find a qualified and experienced Reiki practitioner. They can guide you through the process and tailor the treatment to your specific needs.</p><p>During a Reiki session, you will typically lie down fully clothed while the practitioner places their hands on or near different parts of your body. You may feel sensations of warmth, tingling, or relaxation during the session. Most Clients report positive benefits, feeling clearer of mind, and a calm and peaceful sense of relaxation. Each session typically lasts around 60 minutes, and the number of sessions needed will depend on your individual circumstances. Reiki Treatments are also available in 30-min, &amp; 90-min duration to suit individual needs, lifestyle &amp; budget.&nbsp;</p><h2>Conclusion</h2><p>Reiki can be a valuable tool for managing chronic pain. By promoting relaxation, balancing energy, and addressing emotional factors, Reiki can help alleviate pain and improve overall well-being. If you are considering trying Reiki as a complementary therapy to add to your self-care toolbox, be sure to do your research first. A professional Reiki treatment practitioner will be pleased to confidently share information about their training, credentials, experience &amp; hold current membership with a professional Reiki association, as well as meeting the necessary requirements providing a health service to the wider community.</p>

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<p>Did you know that <a data-mce-href="https://www.reikiaustralia.com.au/reiki-australia-in-hospitals/" href="https://www.reikiaustralia.com.au/reiki-australia-in-hospitals/" title="Reiki Australia in hospitals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reiki Australia</a> is proud to announce that one of our very own Reiki Australia ARTP members and newest board member Lainey Bowler was providing Reiki treatments in a medical setting?</p><p>From September - December 2023, the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Care (BRICC Wellness Centre) at Grampians Health Ballarat,&nbsp; recommenced offering Reiki Treatments to its patients on Thursday afternoons each week.</p><p>"The gentle nurturing Reiki energy Clients receive from a single Reiki treatment session has a tremendous positive effect on their physical, mental, emotional and Spiritual well-being.”</p><p>Recent research studies into the effectiveness of Reiki treatments as part of medical care plans, is showing that Reiki treatments can have an important part in improving patient outcomes, particularly for oncology patients; improving quality of life for those with life-limiting illness, reduction of pain, reduction of side effects of chemotherapy &amp; or radiation, reduction of stress and anxiety, and supporting Spiritual and Pastoral Care.</p><p>A few months ago, I ran into a friend at the supermarket who mentioned that there was a vacancy at the local hospital Oncology Wellness Centre for a volunteer Reiki Practitioner, so I applied. I was invited for an interview, demonstrated a short Reiki session for the manager while we chatted, and I was hired on the spot! Thank you Reiki.</p><p>My first shift included an induction of the wellness clinic, the various rooms for various events, meeting some of the other volunteers and staff, and explanations of all the other services, therapies, and support programs running at the centre. </p><p>I also was introduced to some of the patients and clients in the Cuppa &amp; Chat social room. </p><p>The majority of clients that I have met have chosen to seek additional holistic support such as Reiki treatments to help reduce the stress and anxiety, and other symptoms associated with coping with their medical treatment plans. </p><p>Each BRICC Wellness centre client has also commented to me that after receiving their Reiki treatment, they feel much calmer and relaxed, and look forward to their next Reiki appointment. </p><p>One client experienced Reiki for the first time and was pleasantly surprised how calm he felt and said “the Reiki treatment felt like a warm &amp; fuzzy massage for his soul”. </p><p>Another client told me that she found the session incredibly nurturing and soothing, felt calmer, and her headache and upset tummy had subsided considerably.</p><p> </p><p>Several first-time clients took the opportunity to experience a Reiki treatment, and all said they enjoyed the calming peaceful energy, and were pleasantly surprised. Many 'newbies' came back for further treatments because they enjoyed it so much, and others took a brochure to share with friends..</p><p>Each Reiki treatment session approximately 30 - 45 minutes of Reiki treatment per client, to allow for cleaning between clients, infection control procedures and practising spiritual hygiene.</p><p> Sessions are at hourly intervals allowing time for clients to fill out an Intake &amp; consent form, and time for discussion.&nbsp;</p><p>The BRICC welIness centre is funded by community donations and is run almost entirely by volunteers who freely offer their valuable time and skills. </p><p>I am grateful for the opportunity to have connected with so many lovely people through my volunteer experience. </p><p>I hope our path cross again some day, but until then thank you for allowing me the privilege to hold sacred reiki space for your healing session. Each experience was a blessing, Thank You.</p><p>May you be well, May you be blessed, Reiki Blessings.</p><p><strong>Shine Bright Be-You-tiful Souls, Lainey xxx</strong></p><p><br></p>

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Elaine Bowler

Hi, I'm Lainey, a Reiki Master Teacher, certified Reiki energy healing practitioner, based in Ballarat, Victoria. With a Certificate III in Animal Studies and specialised training in Equine and Animal Reiki, and a background in animal rescue & rehabilitation, I am dedicated to supporting the well-being of rescued pets and horses, and their human companions.

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