by Keisha Schahaff, Holistic Practitioner
For over 20 years, Reiki has been a powerful source of healing and transformation in my life. This ancient energy practice has given me the peace and strength to navigate life’s challenges while allowing me to help others on their own healing journeys. As a Reiki master, I have seen firsthand how Reiki can shift heavy emotional burdens, promote deep relaxation and support both physical and emotional well-being. My clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, stressed or in physical pain, and after a session, they leave feeling lighter, more centred and deeply at peace.
Reiki is more than just a healing modality; it is a way of life that has taught me how to align with my highest energy, cultivate inner harmony and assist others in doing the same.
What is Reiki? Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique that works by channelling universal life force energy through the hands of a practitioner. The word Reiki comes from two Japanese words:
Rei – meaning “universal” or “spiritual wisdom”
Ki – meaning “life energy” or “vital force”
This energy flows naturally within and around us, but when it becomes blocked due to stress, trauma or emotional imbalances, it can manifest as illness, pain or mental distress. Working on multiple levels – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual – Reiki has the power to release deep-seated trauma, clear energetic blockages and restore a sense of wholeness.
“Working on multiple levels – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual – Reiki has the power to release deep-seated trauma, clear energetic blockages and restore a sense of wholeness.”
The energy healing technique stimulates the body’s relaxation response and helps lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone), improve heart rate variability and promote an overall sense of calm. This supports the idea that energy healing is not just a mystical concept but a legitimate tool for enhancing well-being.
While Reiki is often viewed as a spiritual practice, growing scientific research supports its effectiveness in promoting relaxation, reducing stress and aiding physical healing.
Whether you are new to Reiki or have been practising for years, I encourage you to open yourself to its healing power if you are seeking relief from stress, emotional pain or physical discomfort. It is a gentle yet powerful reminder that healing comes from within, and by tapping into this universal energy, we can restore balance to our lives.
As a Reiki Master, I now have the honour of teaching others, helping them awaken their own healing abilities and pass this knowledge forward. Whether you are looking to receive Reiki, learn the practice or become certified yourself, I invite you to explore the limitless potential of this healing art.
