26/09/2024
Start it over or continue?
So many changes have been happening around me lately, and as I try to figure out how to navigate this transition, I felt the need to review my work history to decide whether I should start over or simply continue on this path. Then, for some reason, a client’s feedback came to mind—one that I had never published.
As I read it again, all my worries seemed to disappear. The words reminded me of the impact of my work, and I knew I was on the right track. I wanted to share it with you now, just as it is, to show the incredible transformation a 5-day intensive Reiki package can bring!
Incoherent thoughts after a 5 day Reiki therapy
I don’t know why it took so long to write a few words about it. Maybe opening up about my wellbeing, feelings and awakening spirituality is not that easy. The farther I am -in space and time- from the session, the harder it gets. It is really not what you deserve as I feel honoured for being chosen for this experiment.
I thought that I knew what I’m signing up for, when I said yes to the invite, I’ve done the once a week sessions before and they did help me, when I was at my lowest and I felt it is the least I can do to help you for your kindness. Also, I wanted to.
This is my 1hr, when I can let go my everyday life, my tasks, my duties, the world and I’m only focusing on myself (without feeling selfish), but focusing is not the right word, that would require effort, this is effortless, this is easy, I just need to be me and myself and nothing else. Like stepping into a parallel world through a filter that only let my inner core through the gaps and everything else stays on the other side of the screen. I can see them, acknowledge them, but I’m just observing them or ignoring them if I wish. They have no effect on me (most of the time).
I love the environment you created, it is very calming, the music, the lights, the scents, the soft fabric and the warm and gentle connection are all part of this quiet magic of having a safe place where I can allow myself not to care or worry about anyone or anything for a few minutes.
The effect of the therapy is undeniable, although most of the time I don’t feel any sensation during the session. But there are definite signs of some “unexplainable” activities, not just warm hands, but sometimes infrared heater level of warm radiation, even without any physical contact. Sometimes my heart start racing for no reason or my tummy feels and sounds like it’s being churned around.
When it ends, I feel dizzy and almost disconnected from the “real” world, but it also gives me an overpowering sense of calmness. It helps me accept life as it is, makes it easier to react or to not react when things take unexpected turns. I observe, I acknowledge, I accept and I adapt. It sure feels like borderline numbness, but it also acts as a safety cushion from the impacts of life. It helps me to see the world through a lens that separates the real and important things from the messy noise. It’s nothing that I didn’t know before, only the picture is much clearer now.
Warning, the therapy is -just like any good things- addictive! Your body and soul will crave for more and when you stop, you will suffer the consequences of withdrawal. It hit me worst on the 4-5th day after the therapy ended and I think it’s essential having someone around who cares about you.
I still know or understand nothing about Reiki, but it gave me a glimpse into a different layer of life filled with something quiet and subtle but overwhelmingly infinite. Now I know it’s there and I know our commercialized life will fight to keep me away from it (because in some ways it is threatening the existence of the well-designed way of our modern life), but I’m one step closer to the truth and I hope I will be able to take the next one. I know if I stumble, loose hope or get exhausted, I can count on your help and guidance. Thank you.
