Let’s Dampen Down your Stress Response to Everyday Life
I spend much of my time with people for whom working with energy and spirit is entirely normal. It has, however, occurred to me that some of you would like to know a bit more about Reiki and energy healing before coming to see me. I get that. If you’d said to me 15 years ago that I’d be working with the Universe’s energy and communicating with spirit, I would most likely not have believed you. After a long career, mostly in IT and Telecomms, I started studying Reiki because I wanted to explore something I really didn’t understand how it worked. Since then, inspirational teachers have crossed my path, to develop my knowledge. I consider it a privilege to work with my clients too. Each session is unique and I learn from all of you – thank you! I am purely the conduit for the energy and take no personal credit.
My journey through Reiki training has been structured and incremental. It has taken place over the last 20 years or so. The first stage involves learning about connecting with life force energy (Reiki) and guiding the flow of energy to heal oneself and close family members. The second stage broadens out to encompass healing people outside immediate family (also professionally) and healing beyond the barriers of space and time. The third stage (Reiki Master) moves things on even further to an enhanced level of knowledge, techniques, and a philosophy of life. We are all energy (or waves, as my Physics Graduate daughter would say!), so I seek to rise above taking sides about things. I aim to see “one-ness” and connection. I’m not providing Reiki because I have everything in my life sorted. I practise because I too am evolving. Reiki provides me with a framework within which to live my life.
If a quartz crystal can keep my watch going and electricity is keeping my laptop going while I type this, then I’m open to other manifestations of energy being equally powerful. We might not be able to see them, but we know they’re there! I hold the intention to guide the flow of energy through to my client’s body without direct contact and without being able to see the energy.
So there you have it – I’m happy to explain what happens in a Reiki session, but exactly what happens to my clients is entirely individual. The human body cannot function optimally if it is in a permanent “fight, flight or freeze” stressed state. I notice that people often carry a physical “memory” of stress or trauma, even if the event or injury has passed. What I love about Reiki is that it gives you the opportunity to dampen down your stress response to everyday life. Relaxation is where it’s at. You’ll be lying on a massage couch, fully clothed. I play Solfeggio music, which is supremely relaxing. We start with a guided meditation, which assists you to be grounded and really “in the room” for the session. I then move around you, holding my hands above your body. The way I practise is entirely hands off. A relaxed body can focus on healing itself. We’re aiming for a state of safety, rest, recovery, and ease.
I am guided around you on the massage table from head to toe. I receive a variety of sensations, images, and words. I can share what comes through with you afterwards, if you like, but I don’t have to. The main thing to note is that I’m not qualified to diagnose or prescribe. It can provide interesting and enlightening discussion points though.
It’s worth saying that we’re looking at healing in its broadest sense, which means balance and acceptance, assisting you to function in a resourceful, holistic way. Reiki works alongside medical and therapeutic techniques, rather than replacing them. Please consult your medical practitioner about any health concerns. I’ll always recommend that you seek further medical advice if appropriate.
All you need to do is be ready to accept whatever it is that you need at the time. The Reiki energy goes where it is needed. Be open to allowing yourself to heal.
Work as a team with me. Everything I do is within an intention of love and light. Your session is your time to step away from the day-to-day. You are in a safe, confidential space.
If you’d like to explore what Reiki can do for you, please get in touch on 07785 992928 or jackie@jackiekingturner.co.uk to set up an appointment. You can also follow me on Facebook. Look for my owl logo. I look forward to hearing from you!