03/02/2026
Do you have Anxiety?
Reiki healing—Ardor Wellbeing—can support anxiety in a gentle, complementary way. It’s not a medical treatment, but many people find it helps them feel calmer, more grounded, and better able to cope. Here’s how it can help 👇
1. Deep relaxation for a busy nervous system
Anxiety keeps the body stuck in “fight or flight.” Reiki sessions are designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system (rest-and-digest mode). Many people report:
Slower breathing
Reduced muscle tension
A sense of safety and calm
That physical relaxation alone can significantly reduce anxious symptoms.
2. Emotional grounding and release
Anxiety often comes with bottled-up emotions or mental overload. Reiki works on an energetic level, which people describe as helping to:
Release emotional heaviness
Feel less overwhelmed
Create mental clarity
With a practitioner focused on wellbeing (like Ardor’s approach), the session often feels nurturing rather than clinical—important when anxiety is tied to emotional sensitivity.
3. Supporting mind–body awareness
Reiki encourages you to tune back into your body instead of staying trapped in anxious thought loops. Over time, this can help you:
Notice early anxiety signals
Feel more connected and present
Respond to stress rather than react to it
That awareness is a powerful anxiety-management skill.
4. A safe, non-invasive experience
For people who feel anxious about medication, talk therapy, or intense bodywork, Reiki is very gentle:
No pressure to “perform” or talk
Fully clothed, calm environment
Sessions adapt to your comfort level
This sense of control and safety is especially helpful for anxiety.
5. Ongoing support, not a quick fix
Many people find Reiki most helpful when used regularly, alongside other supports (like therapy, mindfulness, or lifestyle changes). It can become:
A reset button during stressful periods
A preventative self-care practice
A space to slow down in a noisy world
✨ Important note: Reiki should be seen as a complementary wellbeing practice, not a replacement for professional mental health care. For moderate to severe anxiety, combining Reiki with evidence-based support often works best.
At Ardor we also pass on the tools to manage anxiety so life becomes more manageable.
With 19 years of experience Reiki Master/Teacher Wendy Burns will guide you through all aspects of Reiki and bring her knowledge and experience to you.