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If you’ve been feeling called to explore the healing art of Reiki, you don’t need to wait for the “perfect time” or travel across the world to begin. Reiki is available to anyone with a curiosity for uplevelling their energy field, and learning it online can be a powerful, accessible way to start your journey. Why Learn Reiki Online? Learning Reiki online provides you with the flexibility to study at your own pace, in the comfort of your own sacred space. You can revisit less

What if the secret to feeling more grounded and fulfilled this fall isn’t in doing more — but in doing less? As the Earth tilts and day and night briefly balance, the Autumn Equinox invites you to pause, breathe, and realign with something deeper. In the Tong Shu, the ancient Chinese almanac, the Equinox marks the center of autumn, not its beginning. It’s a sacred threshold between brightness and darkness — and it offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with your body, your

Introduction As we arrive at the radiant crest of summer, the Summer Solstice marks not a beginning, but a pivotal shift. It is the peak of Yang energy — bright, expansive, fiery — and yet, simultaneously, the birth of Yin begins. In the wisdom traditions of Chinese Medicine and the Tong Shu Almanac, this is a profound moment to pause, honor the turning of the seasonal wheel, and realign our conduct with the deeper rhythms of the Earth. In this heart-centered guide drawn from

Discover ancient wisdom for spring renewal with Reiki healing, A Course in Miracles (ACIM) insights, and powerful rituals for transformation

Discover winter’s wisdom with seasonal attunement practices for reflection, balance, and nurturing your inner light.

Entering the Winter Begins qi node—a time to slow down, reflect, and nourish as we align with winter’s quiet, restorative energy.

Attuning to Seasonal Energies: Navigating the End of Summer Qi Nodes As we journey through the end of summer, understanding and attuning to the current Qi nodes can significantly enhance our well-being. The transition from the height of summer to the beginning of autumn provides a unique opportunity to align with seasonal energies. This blog post explores the characteristics of late summer, the importance of balancing Yin and Yang, and practical tips for harmonizing with the

Did you know that superpowers are real? Actually, let me rephrase that. Did you know that YOU have superpowers? I’m not talking about flying or walking on water... I’m talking about something that is even better: the power to heal. Yes, within yourself, you have the power to heal. Curious? You should be. After reading this article, you will discover exactly how you can unleash your innate healing powers, all thanks to (you guessed it), Reiki! I will cover the basic elem

If progress has been successful since spring, one can get so eager it’s easy to forget there is a need to calm down, stop and rest. It’s won

A healthy lifestyle includes living and acting in harmony with the seasons and the cycles of nature.

Reiki is based on ancient healing wisdom that transcends time and culture. It is instinctual to put our hands on what hurts. It is common to observe children doing this when they hurt themselves. Likewise, when someone has a headache we put our hands there in an effort to make it go away. For as long as we have been sentient beings it is likely we have used our hands to heal. Reiki systematizes this innate healing art into a format which enables a deepening of this tenden

Reiki impacts the world. Children love it. It is helpful for caretakers, healers, and change-makers. Most of us can benefit from integrating Reiki into our everyday lives. Here are nine ways I often use Reiki. I hope you find inspiration here to create a ritual or practice with Reiki and feel the difference it makes when you weave this healing art into your day. 1. Calming Children I often Reiki my daughter to help her calm down, go to sleep, or settle in the middle of the

Happy Chinese New Year, Imbolc, and the First Day of Spring! This time of year, beginning with the last new moon in January has the...

This is a tea I have been making for years with many variations. It's great as an everyday tea for hydration, guests, or my daughter.

During autumn, our environment becomes more and more yin. As harvests are finishing up, a pleasant stillness arrives. It is the time of the

Summer Solstice is the height of summer, the longest day of the year, and the time when the sun is the highest in the sky. It is the...

This tea has adaptogens - herbs that help us adapt to changing circumstances. This could be changing relationships, traveling, new work, or letting go of substances that no longer serve us. It is also a great coffee substitute. - You can add coconut milk for an extra creamy flavor Ingredients: Reishi - 3-5 slices: fantastic during allergy season, a deep immune booster, and so many things an entire article could be devoted just to Reishi. Chaga - 2 TBSP Cinnamon - one med

In aligning ourselves with the seasonal cycles, we are wise to take our cues from nature: The animals are in hibernation. The plants are goi

We are now entering the first days of winter - the time of the solar cycle when there is wisdom in slowing down to calibrate with nature's rhythms. According to Taoist medical theory, a huge cause of disease is a failure to live in accordance with the cycle of the seasons. As the planet rotates around the sun, it moves through progressive phases which invite corresponding shifts in conduct. Every two weeks, we enter a different qi node, or cycle. Each cycle invites us to shi

Have you heard how awesome it is to have a bike? Word on the street is that it makes life better, leveling up your transportation game, ...