I listen to this question a lot. I can’t answer it — I just listen to the tone in the asking. Only God or maker or the Divine or whatever power/energy larger than yourself you believe in can bring you…
On the Road with LifeSpark
“I am working with Blair. I just want to sing her praises to you. She has made an incredible difference in my life in managing the pain. I have stage IV cancer. I just can’t say enough nice things about…
How is Reiki like a Dance?
What makes my Reiki special? It is something about not knowing. I have to be very present in the way that I “dance” with my client. A sensitivity to what they walk into the room with and what they really…
Reiki for Self, Plants, Animals and the Non-verbal
Reiki works because it doesn’t need the spoken language to understand it. It is a love language of sorts. It is freer in its form. I am not directing anything or following set hand positions but rather following energy patterns…
Giving up my healing studio space?
Giving up my healing studio space? Not if I can help it! The trend towards moving to “online business” has been growing in most industries. I know there is so much value in having people come to me for the…
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions for my earth-centric healing modalities (Reiki, Healing Touch, Core Synchronism) and for my Reiki-infused herbal products: How do you describe what you do? I have trouble putting words to something that is unique to the person receiving…
Word of mouth–a gift!
My practice is not for everyone. I know that. And, I am not trying to be everything for everyone. But I do know that my work has impacted many. I know that people enjoy the individualized work, the sacredly held…
The Purpose of the Informed Consent Form
I am often asked why I ask clients to sign an informed consent form. There are a number of reasons, some more obvious than others: It’s a common form used in medical practices to show a basic level of professionalism…
Fresh Perspectives on my Reiki Practice
I was concerned that breaking my wrist would negatively impact my ability to work with clients. Interestingly, I have found the opposite. In addition to the learnings that I described in my previous blog, this break has enriched my practice.…
Healing Touch Training Coming to Professional Certification
I am looking forward to completing my Healing Touch Level 5 certification this October. Yay! It has been quite a journey and a lot of hard work, sweat and tears. A piece of paper doesn’t really tell you all that…