As we discuss herbal teas and infusions, we also open up a more personal conversation through a book ^Mothers Dilema" about the dilemmas mothers may face. If you are a mother who would like to talk about your own experiences before or after reading the book, please feel free to discuss them with us. After all, therapy is about sharing, understanding, and support. :)

My Reiki Journey

My Reiki journey began around 26 years ago. I was eager to learn, but I struggled with my dantian, drawing in energy and practising Hatsurei-ho — especially the meditation.

I practised for a while, then gave up after a major life-changing experience. Reiki was pushed completely to the back burner, and for a long time, I did not think about it again.

Years later, Reiki became an on-and-off practice for around 12 years. Then one morning, when I was feeling exhausted and unwell, I sat quietly on my bed and, almost instinctively, practised Kenyoku followed by Hatsurei-ho.

Everything fell into place.

I found my hara straight away, and what had once felt like trying to draw in energy began to happen naturally. Little by little, I started to believe in myself — and in Reiki.

For a long time, I may have blamed Reiki for the major changes in my life. Perhaps, though, I was really blaming myself and looking for somewhere else to place that blame.

Looking back on all that has happened, I now have a deeper understanding of positivity. I had been taught that Reiki is positive energy, so I wondered where the negativity in my life was coming from.

Today, I feel that Reiki practice is deeply neutral and, in many ways, unfathomable. The energy that flows within is beautiful and can bring a profound sense of well-being. You may not notice any particular sensations for years, so be patient with yourself.

I no longer feel that I need to understand every part of Reiki. Perhaps some things are simply meant to be experienced rather than explained.

So, do not give up. Keep practising — unlike I did when I set Reiki aside for so many years.

I know this because I gave up myself. Looking back, I sometimes wonder how different my journey might have been if I had simply continued.

Do not be too hard on yourself if you do not feel the energy straight away. Do not worry if meditation feels difficult, if finding your hara does not happen immediately, or if you question whether you are doing it correctly.

Keep practising.

With time, patience and experience, things can change in ways you may never have expected.

I came back to Reiki after all those years, and eventually, something that once felt so difficult began to feel completely natural.

So, my message to you is simple:

Don't give up on yourself. Keep practising, keep experiencing and allow Reiki to unfold in its own time.

I did not do that the first time.

This time, I did.

Reiki for Men: You Don't Have to Be Spiritual to Try It

When you hear the word Reiki, what comes to mind?

Perhaps you imagine meditation, spirituality, crystals or something that simply isn't for you.

But Reiki doesn't have to be any of those things.

You don't have to be spiritual. You don't have to follow a particular belief system. And you certainly don't have to understand everything about Reiki before trying it.

Sometimes, you simply need a little time to switch off.

Life can be demanding. Work, family, finances, responsibilities and everyday pressures can leave very little time to stop and breathe. Many men are used to getting on with things, keeping busy and carrying on — even when they're tired or overwhelmed.

Taking time for yourself isn't weakness. It's part of looking after yourself.

Reiki offers a quiet space to slow down. During a treatment, you remain fully clothed and simply relax while the practitioner places their hands gently on or just above different areas of the body.

There is no pressure to talk about your personal life. There is nothing you have to prove. You don't even have to believe in Reiki.

Just come with an open mind and see how you feel.

I understand that Reiki can sound unfamiliar. I had my own questions and doubts when I first began my journey. Over time, through practice and experience, Reiki became something I valued deeply and eventually led me to write my own Reiki book.

My aim isn't to convince you of anything.

It's simply to offer you the opportunity to discover Reiki for yourself.

So, if you've ever thought, “Reiki isn't really for me,” perhaps it's worth asking:

Have I actually tried it?

You might be surprised.

Visit Magical Luck to learn more about Reiki, my journey and the work behind my book.

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