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		<title>What can Reiki heal?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pamir</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Reiki helps the human being. Throughout life, you may have different symptoms. Symptoms are simply signs that natural order needs to be found again. Curing symptoms can be merely temporary. Making the human whole again is often a dynamic and ongoing state of balance. What are some of the common symptoms people want Reiki to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Reiki helps the human being. </strong>Throughout life, you may have different symptoms. Symptoms are simply signs that natural order needs to be found again. Curing symptoms can be merely temporary. Making the human whole again is often a dynamic and <a href="http://reikihelp.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/reiki-kanji_290x523.png"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1522" title="Reiki kanji" src="http://reikihelp.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/reiki-kanji_290x523.png" alt="" width="203" height="366" /></a>ongoing state of balance.</p>
<p>What are some of the common symptoms people want Reiki to address?</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Physical conditions</span></p>
<p>Back pain. Migraines. Fibromyalgia. Chronic Fatigue. TMJ. Skin disorders. Cancer. Autoimmune disorders. Thyroid imbalances.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Emotional conditions</span></p>
<p>Low self-esteem. Emotional distance &amp; unavailability. Hot emotions like anger or jealousy. Panic. Fears. Inability to cope. Feeling uncomfortable in your skin. Feeling out of place. Grief.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mental conditions</span></p>
<p><em>Stress.</em><strong> </strong>Depression. Anxiety. Lack of concentration. ADD and ADHD. Insomnia. Confusion. Negative thinking. Mental burdens.</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Spiritual conditions</span></p>
<p>Disconnection from self and life. Loss of meaning. Dark night of the soul. Spiritual seeking. Loss of personal power. Soul loss. Not knowing life direction or purpose. Inability to forgive. Fear of death.</p>
<p><strong>Reiki helps the person.</strong> What kind of person? A person with chronic pain. A person living with cancer. A depressed person.</p>
<ul>
<li> Do you suffer from migraines or anxiety?</li>
<li>Does arthritis make every day tasks difficult?</li>
<li>Have you tried different mattresses for your back pain?</li>
<li>Do you feel ill at ease, unable to cope, or lack energy?</li>
<li>Are you just existing and don’t feel well, but can’t put your finger on it?</li>
<li> Is your family or partner driving you crazy?</li>
</ul>
<p><em>All of the above is a sample list</em>. The point is that symptoms are endless. The list could be 100 times this.</p>
<p><strong>Because Reiki is concerned with the <em>person</em> and not the symptom, it can be effective for you no matter what your life looks like, how your body is doing, or how you feel and think. </strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Reiki’s most significant remedy is that it </strong><strong>helps you embrace your innate or natural spirituality.</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Why would you care? Because over and over, research shows that people with a personal sense of spirituality report:</p>
<ul>
<li>Less use of medical services</li>
<li>Less minor illness</li>
<li>Emotional resiliency in terminal illness</li>
<li>Pain reduction</li>
<li>Better immunity</li>
<li>Accelerated healing</li>
<li>Less anxiety</li>
<li>Ability to buffer stress</li>
<li>Being undefeated by crisis</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Personal spirituality</em> brings with it a greater sense of participation and empowerment, purpose and meaning, and a broader perspective, with a strong sense of well-being and not just an absence of disease.</p>
<p>In other words, spiritual health has a direct positive impact on mental, emotional and physical health. What spiritual health means to you is completely up to you.</p>
<p>Reiki simply promotes mindbody states that support your wholeness and wellbeing, gently balancing and harmonizing you in a holistic and individualistic way.</p>
<p>Have you tried Reiki?</p>
<p><strong>Resources</strong>: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtEd2a6ZAWk" target="_blank">Watch my video</a> The Role Of Spirituality in Wellness.<br />
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		<title>Anatomy of a Reiki Training</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:43:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pamir</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As previously announced here, Oasis Reiki (that would be me) held Shoden/Level I Reiki Training at Florida Atlantic University&#8217;s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, in Boca Raton, Florida. I can&#8217;t rave enough about the space that has been designed there for a nursing program deeply rooted in caring. So first let me share a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As previously announced <a href="http://reikihelp.com/blog/2008/06/reiki-training-at-faus-college-of-nursing" target="_blank">here</a>, Oasis Reiki (that would be me) held Shoden/Level I Reiki Training at Florida Atlantic University&#8217;s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, in Boca Raton, Florida. I can&#8217;t rave enough about the space that has been designed there for a nursing program deeply rooted in caring. So first let me share a slideshow. Please read below to get a real sense of what transpires in Reiki Training. </p>
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<p>Reiki is a way of living with wisdom and compassion. It&#8217;s a way to reclaim your authentic self. To move out of the past, return from the future and live fully awake in the present. Reiki shifts your paradigm too, revealing the many layers of reality. It helps you find energetic integrity. Reiki heals the human condition. It transforms your consciousness so you can be your true self. Your heart and mind become unified and you&#8217;re empowered to walk in peace. Reiki brings you what you need. Through the years, I&#8217;ve witnessed with inner joy and gratitude everything student practitioners share about their Reiki training experiences. These are nothing less thanpoetic and I&#8217;ll now attempt to convey some measure of what I was privileged to witness this past weekend.</p>
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<p align="justify">An ocean, cloud and light was received. Plans changed many moons ago came to completion and an ordination was received. Tears inspired by sheer beauty flowed. Peace was tangible. Never before reached depth in meditation was commonplace. After lunch heartburn relieved completely. Back pain healed. Several first-time spiritual awakenings. The courage to face things one doesn&#8217;t want to. A young person&#8217;s talent validated. Success affirmed. Shoulders lightened. Realization of inner powers. Wonder. Recognition.</p>
<p align="center"> And hugs. Heart on heart hugs.</p>
<p align="center">Always heart on heart hugs.</p>
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<p align="justify"><em>Updated July 2, 2008</em></p>
<p align="justify">An early testimonial:</p>
<p align="justify">&#8220;&#8230;Now that I have had a little time to reflect and absorb, I want to thank you for being YOU and what you brought to me this weekend. I can already notice changes in me, there is a deepening sense of calm within, much more energy both physically and spiritually. It has been both a fulfillment and rebirth of sorts. I am different, I am one  with myself, and my surroundings. The teaching and empowerments brought through you this weekend are amazing. Thank you for thus far guiding and teaching me. The teaching and tools you brought to me will continue to aid and guide my journey&#8230;&#8221;</p>
<p align="justify">&#8211;J.G., West Palm Beach, Fla</p>
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		<title>Reiki Training at FAU&#8217;s College of Nursing</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2008 17:46:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pamir</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="center"><strong>Oasis Reiki (yours truly) is conducting Shoden / Level I Reiki Training at Florida Atlantic University&#8217;s Christine E. Lynn&#8217;s College of Nursing, in Boca Raton, Florida.</strong></p>
<p align="center">&nbsp;</p>
<p align="justify"> <img src="http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j241/karunaray/FAU_nursing-1.jpg" align="right" border="1" /></p>
<p align="justify">The College is deeply grounded in  a philosophy of caring. This extends to a holistic approach in all aspects. Even the <a href="http://nursing.fau.edu/flash/directory.php" target="_blank">building</a> is Green, one of the few LEEDS “gold-rated” educational buildings in the United States, featuring Feng Shui principles and environmental sustainability. Included are several spaces for meditation and holistic practice and contemplation.</p>
<p align="justify"> This foundational training offers specific techniques for tapping into spiritual and healing consciousness and energy. <a href="http://www.reikihelp.com/WhatIsReiki.html" target="_blank">Reiki</a> fosters spiritual evolution, bodily and mental/emotional health; has uses for  food, water, environment, relationships and work. Reiki holistically augments care giving,  enhanced learning, social projects, global thinking, animal and pet care. <a href="http://reikihelp.com/ReikiTraining.htm" target="_blank">See contents of this training</a>.</p>
<p align="center">&nbsp;</p>
<h4 align="center">Saturday, June 28 &amp; Sunday, June 29  10 AM-5 PM<br />
College of Nursing Room 116<br />
Presented by Pamir Kiciman, BA, RM, CHt<br />
Prepaid reservations required, space is limited<br />
954-661-4263 or info [at] reikihelp [dot] com</h4>
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		<title>Children&#8217;s books</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Nov 2007 15:42:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pamir</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today I&#8217;m grateful for children&#8217;s books and how enriching they have been to my son and I. I had stopped reading fiction fifteen years ago as my spiritual path grew (just didn&#8217;t have time for it). Having majored in English Literature, this was a departure for me. With the birth of my son that changed. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify">Today I&#8217;m grateful for children&#8217;s books and how enriching they have been to my son and I. I had stopped reading fiction fifteen years ago as my spiritual path grew (just didn&#8217;t have time for it). Having majored in English Literature, this was a departure for me. With the birth of my son that changed. And we&#8217;ve discovered some gems. We&#8217;ve read many really good, really amazing ones, books that make you think and fill your heart, and some forgotten but cherished anyway. These books are so well written, enjoyable for adults too and go beyond being fiction alone. Here&#8217;s a partial list you may enjoy especially if there are kids in your life (don&#8217;t have to be your own). <a href="http://www.lynnecherry.com/work12.htm" target="_blank"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify"><a href="http://www.lynnecherry.com/work12.htm" target="_blank">THE GREAT KAPOK TREE</a> by Lynne Cherry. This one teaches about how nature&#8217;s balance is interdependent by using the Kapok tree as home to the many creatures who depend on it, and each other. It emphasizes preservation.<a href="http://www.louissachar.com/HolesBook.htm" target="_blank"></a></p>
<p style="text-align: justify"><a href="http://www.louissachar.com/HolesBook.htm" target="_blank">HOLES</a> by Louis Sachar. A very unusual and original story about a kid wrongly accused, sent to a corrupt boys&#8217; camp, with past generations in his own and other characters&#8217; families adding to the richness. The movie is equally good, one of the best from page to screen.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.carlhiaasen.com/books/hoot.html" target="_blank">HOOT</a> by Carl Hiaasen. Don&#8217;t bother with the movie unless you&#8217;ve got nothing better to do. Superb, fast-paced writing, great humor, environmental preservation theme and empowering to kids.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lindasuepark.com/books/singleshard.html" target="_blank">A SINGLE SHARD</a> by Linda Sue park. A new author we discovered. Story of the historically accurate fame of 12th century Korean pottery, involving an orphan boy living under a bridge and how he bests the odds, losses his best friend and finds a new family. Many cultural textures too.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.icefire.co.uk/Books/thefirewithin.html" target="_blank">THE FIRE WITHIN</a> by Chris D&#8217;Lacey. Another author who&#8217;s new to us. It&#8217;s the first in a trilogy, with a fourth book now coming out. It is about Dragons with lots of fantasy, but it&#8217;s really about people, relationships, personal quests and integrity. The writing is top-notch, thrilling to read, humorous, and a very original voice.</p>
<p>Please visit the authors&#8217; websites. I linked directly to the book page, but the sites have a lot of content, are educational, there are activities and other empowering information.</p>
<p>This is part of Nneka at Balanced Life Center&#8217;s <a href="http://www.balancedlifecenter.com/272-2007-season-of-gratitude-invitation/" target="_blank">2007&#8242;s Season of Gratitude</a>.</p>
<p>My posts in the series:<br />
<a href="http://reikihelp.com/blog/2007/10/grateful-despite-the-news" target="_blank">Grateful despite the news</a><br />
<a href="http://reikihelp.com/blog/2007/10/gifts-of-acknowledgment" target="_blank">Gifts of acknowledgment</a></p>
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