When I first went to Japan I met a Reiki teacher who, when asked what Rei meant, said “Big”. At …
Helping Others as a Way to Soothe Ourselves
It has been a challenging time for our family. We are now up to four tragedies in six months. About …
Feeding Peace
Last fall I decided it would be nice to feed the birds. We hung a bird feeder in the window …
Oh The Stories We Tell!
I sent an acquaintance an email inviting her to get together for lunch. Five days passed and still no reply. …
Chop Wood. Carry Water – The Place of Reiki in Our Daily Routine
There is an old Zen saying, “Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.” What does …
A Blog by Nathalie Jasper
Reiki exposé: My week with Frans Stiene – A complete survival guide for future hostsWe all wonder: how is Frans …
Staying Present with Others
I have two demonstrative cats. They each seek out my affection, delighting in pets, kisses, and “I love you’s.” But …
Chanting the Reiki Precepts
Frans Stiene spoke at the Pro Reiki Congress earlier in the year in Gerstfeld Germany. Gerd Knieps of Pro Reiki …
Reiju: What is its Significance?
There are several ways of explaining Reiju depending on the experience and context. In simple terms Reiju is an opportunity …