Unveiling Reiki Myths with Justin Stein

This week on the show,  join Shantel Ochoa and Isabel Wells as they explore how we can alchemize traumatic events.Spiritual alchemy is the process of transmuting something difficult into the potential for personal growth and transformation. Typically depicted by turning metal to gold, alchemy allow us to process something traumatic and turn it into something life affirming.In this conversation, we will dive into spiritual alchemy, exploring what it is and why it's so important for spiritual and personal development. We'll also discuss traumatic events and their impacts on the subconscious and the energy field while sharing tips and tricks to help you bring this process into your own life.So grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

This week on the show, join Isabel Wells as she reveals her unique energetic practice: Time bending. Her fascination with the illusion of time began in her undergraduate years when she was juggling full time nursing school, clinicals, and a 50-hour work schedule. In this episode, Isabel shares how shifting her perspectives around time allowed her to do seemingly impossible things with her schedule. By expanding her view of reality and acknowledging the illusion of time itself, Isabel found a way to work directly with the Universe, reduce stress and overwhelm, and invite magic into her daily life. Today, Isabel shares:The scientific perspectives of timeThe definition of a second that changes everythingHow time is synonymous with the flow of the UniverseTime as a construct for community and connectionThe importance of the Observer Effect and Law of AttractionHow our brain functions to manipulate timeWhy our intention is keyThe shamanic perspective of timeHer personal time bending stories5 techniques you can use to start bending timeAnd so much more!So if you're ready, grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!Articles on the reality/unreality of time:https://www.space.com/29859-the-illusion-of-time.htmlhttps://www.npr.org/2022/12/16/1139780043/what-is-time-physics-atomic-clocks-societyhttps://www.scientificamerican.com/article/time-s-passage-is-probably-an-illusion/https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/does-time-exist-182965/Definition of a second: https://www.nist.gov/si-redefinition/second-introduction#:~:text=The%20second%20is%20currently%20defined,elapsed%20time%20interval%20a%20second.Explanation of an atomic clock: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/what-is-an-atomic-clockAdditional podcasts on time:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1743307/8694242ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

This week on the show, join Isabel Wells and Shantel Ochoa as they explore how we can stay aligned even in the midst of difficult times.Whether you are working to break free from limiting beliefs and release old stories, heal past traumas, reduce stress, or enhance your confidence, finding ways to stay aligned in the midst of life can be a journey.In this conversation, we'll explore: How our subconscious mind impacts our alignment The trauma connection What unconditional alignment really meansThe manifesting connection How it all comes back to self-care The Role of your Higher Self Techniques to get grounded and tapped in Personal stories And so much more!So grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

This week on ReikiCafe Radio, join Isabel Wells as she interviews author and Reiki Master Rickie Freedman. Rickie is an author, Reiki Master/Teacher, PT, Certified Medical Reiki Practitioner, Certified ReikiSound Practitioner and ReikiVoice Instructor, and Certified Holistic Wellness Coach.In this episode, Isabel and Rickie explore how Reiki can be our guiding light, and cover topics such as:🌈 Reiki as a guide through hard times🌈 How we can listen and trust Reiki's guidance🌈 The importance of surrender🌈 Rickie's formula for daily self-Reiki, grounding, and breathwork🌈 The value of consistency and integrity🌈 Alignment and inspired action🌈 Rickie's ReikiKids and ReikiVoice practices🌈 How we can radiate our Reiki light🌈 Rickie's latest Reiki book🌈 And so much more!If you are ready to integrate Reiki into every aspect of your life and be inspired to truly embody Reiki, then this episode is for you! Grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode.Connect with Rickie:Radiating Our Reiki Light Book: https://a.co/d/3GeEgFJRickie's Website: https://reikibyrickie.com/ReikiKids: https://reikibyrickie.com/books/reikikids/ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

Welcome back to another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week, join us as we explore one of our favorite topics: Diving deeper in your Reiki practice.Here at ReikiCafe University, we advocate for Reiki practitioners to step out of the box and honor their intuitions. When it comes to our Reiki practices, it's easy to find ourselves feeling uninspired and wondering if there is more to healing and Reiki than this.If you find yourself feeling like your Reiki practice is missing something, or wondering if you could be doing more for yourself or your clients, you aren't alone!In this conversation, we explore:The importance of self-careComparisonitisHow to know and follow your intuitionThe process of manifestationHow Reiki calls you forwardHow to overcome fearHow to develop confidenceAnd so much more!So grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

Welcome back to another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week, join Christine Renee as she interviews ReikiCafe University graduate and community admin, Marta Carlson Wilson, on her Reiki journey.Marta is a Shamanic Reiki practitioner and an herbalist who creates herbal products imbued with Reiki. In this episode, Marta shares her journey with Reiki, exploring how she was first introduced to Reiki, how it shifted her life, and how working with ReikiCafe University revolutionized her practice. Along the way, they touch on the reality of being a 'Reiki orphan', why it's important to honor your unique spiritual path, and how embodying her confidence opened up Marta's herbalism practice to co-creating tinctures and products with her Spirit Team.So grab your tea or coffee, and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!About Marta: Marta Wilson holds Usui and Holy Fire master certificates, and well as being a certified shamanic reiki practitioner. At New Life Reiki her offerings include remote Reiki sessions with an emphasis on Chakra balancing. Marta also offers Reiki infused botanical therapies. Her Flower Essences, elixirs, oils and other botanical offerings are all made in small batches, all her products are imbued with reiki. Many of Marta’s formulas are inspired by her Nordic and Celtic ancestral connections and folklore. As an herbalist she also offers traditional herbal wellness remedies as well.ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

Welcome back to another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week, join Christine Renee as she shares wisdom from her time studying traditional Reiki teachings in Japan.In this conversation, Christine will introduce many of the teachings she received during her time on Mount Kurama, and dive in to her latest obsession: Connecting with the Reiki deities she met and learned about while in Japan.Learn more about who these deities are, the space they held in a traditional Reiki practice, and how their wisdom is impacting Christine's practice today. This is a conversation you won't want to miss!So grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

Welcome back to another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week, join Christine Renee as she interviews author and Reiki historian Justin Stein on his new book, Alternate Currents: Reiki’s Circulation in the Twentieth-Century North Pacific. Alternate Currents: Reiki’s Circulation in the Twentieth-Century North Pacific analyzes how, from her training in Japan in the mid-1930s to her death in Iowa in 1980, Takata built a vast trans-Pacific network. Using recently uncovered archival materials and original oral histories, Justin B. Stein examines how these relationships between healer and patient, master and disciple, became deeply infused with values of their time and place and how they interplayed with Reiki’s circulation, performance, and meanings along with broader cultural shifts in the twentieth-century North Pacific.In this episode, Christine dives even deeper, covering topics like:The true origin of the 5 Reiki PreceptsDeity Yoga and its connection to the Reiki symbolsEsoteric Buddhism's connection to ReikiThe Reiki levels as practiced in JapanUsui Reiki Ryoho  as practiced in 1920’s Japan How did Dr. Hayashi die?  How Reiki is not cultural appropriation and why Takata's historyAmerican Reiki Practices before and after WWIIUsui's Reiki pricesAnd more!So grab your tea or coffee and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode!Want to read Justin's book? Click here: https://a.co/d/3uSPPRgReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

It's time for another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week, join  Christine Renee and guest Bruce Taylor us as they explore the difference between traditional Reiki teachings and modern Reiki practices.Traditional Reiki teachings contain a lot of value and insight that can often be missed in modern trainings. But a modern Reiki practice facilitates the blending of Reiki with other modalities and can help us break out of the boxes that hold us back in our practice!In this conversation, we will dive in to the differences between traditional Reiki teachings and modern Reiki practices, finding the value in each and pulling on our own personal experiences to enhance the conversation.So grab your tea or coffee, and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode! Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast so we can reach more Reiki enthusiasts just like you!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call

Welcome back to another episode of ReikiCafe Radio! This week on the show, join us as we bring back another of our most popular episodes. This episode is a collection of wisdom and advice shared by members of the ReikiCafe Community. It outlines the things real Reiki practitioners wish they had known when they began their journey, and what's important for the new practitioner to understand.This episode is chock full of insight, inspiration, and education, and is perfect for everyone- whether you are just beginning your Reiki journey or are a seasoned practitioner. Want a sneak peek? Here's a look at some of the advice you'll hear in this episode:🌈 Take it slow, let it flow, learn, for the sake of healing yourself first. 🌈 Follow the Reiki principles as a way of life. 🌈 Follow your intuition. Trust the process!!! 🌈 Each session varies. Some feel very subtle then back to another with more flow. Trust it. With a lot of practice on yourself and others you'll gain consistency and strengthen your awareness. 🌈 Do not rush. Surrender to the process. 🌈 Ground yourself and connect with nature. 🌈 Remember the world needs this. 🌈 Learn all the things you can and then let go. 🌈 And so much more!So grab your tea or coffee, and join us as we sip our way through this week's episode! Don't forget to subscribe and share the podcast so we can reach more Reiki enthusiasts just like you!ReikiCafe University Links:Website- ReikiCafe UniversityFacebook Page: ReikiCafe University | FacebookFacebook Group: ReikiCafe Community | FacebookInstagram: Christine Renee (@reikicafeuniversity) • Instagram photos and videosYoutube: ReikiCafe University - YouTubeBook a session with Isabel: https://calendly.com/into-the-deep/scheduleBook a FREE 15 minute connect call with Izzy: https://calendly.com/reikicafe/connect Book a session with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/90-minutes-intensiveBook a FREE 10 minute connect call with Christine: https://calendly.com/christinerenee/10-minutes-power-call