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• Bruise Eliminating Reiki

  Posted at 12:52 pm by N. Higashi, on September 24, 2014

  As I work to expand and develop my healing practice, I am doing my best to eliminate fear-based thoughts from my life. But, I have to be honest. That is much easier to do with things that do not pertain to my daughter and her well-being. If only I could wrap her up in a protective bubble that wards off not only physical, but emotional injury too, I would. Okay, that is totally far-fetched and a bit dramatic, but sometimes the thought may or may not have crossed my mind… Just sayin’. Come on parents, hasn’t it crossed yours too?

  Anyway, I had had a fear of the ceramic tile covering the 1st floor of our new home from the start. I have a toddler now and we hope to eventually have another little one who will be learning to walk and navigate at some point or another. I know parental concern is normal and that kids take their fair share of spills, but that type of surface is super hard and not very forgiving. I got my proof of that particular fact a few weeks ago when my 2 year old went slip-sliding right off of a faux-leather ottoman onto said tile floor… head first.

  I had just walked to the kitchen to refill her snack bowl (pistachios & raisins) and looked up in time to witness the whole episode. I was immediately on the run to scoop up my sweet, sobbing girl. Probably because it had already been a fear of mine or maybe since I was watching an enormous “insta-bruise-purple-bump” on her forehead rising, I found myself shaken and crying too. I worked hard to mask my own emotions, and just sat with her, rocking and soothing. In a teensy-tiny quiet place of my swirling-thought-filled-mind, I heard one word. “Reiki.”

  This wasn’t to be a “formal” session. There were no massage tables to lie on top of, stepping away to set an intention was not going to happen, and drawing symbols where guided when I couldn’t focus or stop my trembling hands was a long shot. While holding her close, I started praying for assistance with this healing from my Guides and somehow knew to ask my daughter if I could sing to her. Immediately, a combination of Karuna Reiki® toning & chanting began. I don’t remember the sequence, probably because it was being channeled through me (anyone attuned to Reiki energy is just a conduit or channel of the healing energy), but this eased both of our tears almost instantly and she just melted into my chest. With our heightened emotions calmed, I was then able to shift our position so that I could I hold one palm directly on her injury and use the other to draw symbols.

  Some time passed and although still a bit rattled, we both needed to move on from the painful episode. So, off to refill the nut & raisin bowl together it was. Standing back at the kitchen counter, I closed my eyes for a moment and just held my girl. That is when I felt a Guide continuing the healing that I had needed to conclude (still assisting both of us). Once the little munchkin was content with her snack and situated in front of her favorite Disney Junior show, I was guided to do a brief distance healing.

  Immediately after completing the Usui Distance Symbol, I found myself transported into the bump/bruise. I was sending healing energy to the affected area from the inside-out. Yes, you read that correctly and I agree it feels a bit “Sci-Fi”:) This is not something that I had ever done or thought of doing before. Seriously, if I had let my Ego take control of my Instinct, I would have of scoffed at the concept. I know it “sounds crazy,” again, if my Ego was in charge, I would avoid sharing this part of my story. But, with energy healing, there are no notions of time and space. That is why, oh I don’t know, let’s say, Archangel Michael or Buddha or Shiva (insert whomever you call upon for love, guidance & support), can be with you in California and with your sibling in Paris. No idea, concept, or thought is too large or too “out there.” There are no limits when working with the unconditional love of Source energy and/or the Higher Mind (whatever You call it). And so, into a bruise I went.

  The bottom line, when I did not know what to say or do, to calm both my daughter and myself, Reiki was an action that enabled both of us to be healed during and right on through an unfavorable episode. I had power in a situation where I initially felt powerless. That alone was/is so incredibly valuable.

  From the moment her head hit the tile up until I worked to heal the above noted “enormous insta-bruise-purple-bump” on her forehead from within, it had been growing. I decided to make notes about this event immediately (on a sticky pad that was readily available in the kitchen) and once completed, the bump had all but disappeared. Although THAT alone was incredibly awesome, my munchkin hasn’t shown any fear about climbing back onto that ottoman to play. She is a very cautious little one and in the past, a negative event would have prevented her from ever trying or revisiting something again. So, this round of Reiki not only healed her physical bruise, but it eliminated the emotional one too.

  In closing, whether it is validation from the people I am blessed to work with or a rapidly healing bruise from a fall, the power and beauty of Reiki and the love & support from the other side never ceases to amaze (or rather FLOOR) me.

  With Love & Gratitude,
  Reiki Mommy
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• Self-love, Acceptance, and Celebration… Counting the Little Things Too!

  Posted at 8:42 pm by N. Higashi, on August 12, 2014

  So, I read a really interesting blog post that dealt with how we aren’t very good at celebrating our successes. And by success, the author counted things like: finishing a load of laundry, cleaning the bathrooms, booking a new client, oh and you know, landing at the top of the New York Times Bestsellers List! And yes, ending with a biggie after a list of tasks that most of us do often and probably don’t particularly enjoy was on purpose. The overall point? We don’t allow ourselves to live in the moment or feel and enjoy little victories and accomplishments, let alone big ones. If we don’t have our next five steps planned out before finalizing the first, we are behind, underachieving, not working hard enough, etc, etc. Are you guilty of feeling this way? I most definitely am. Reiki Daddy jokes that he can check in with me on just about anything because I have our family’s next five years planned out in my head already. Sadly, there is some truth to his poking fun. The other sad part is that, for me, this way of life… sprinting to the next thing, not savoring a “win” or even just appreciating that I tried and/or finished a goal or task, inevitably leads to burn out; in a big way.

  During my recent stay at “down in the dumps land” the above mentioned blog post and its premise would not leave my thoughts… Days, weeks, and months passed and like a little bell, it’d go off in my mind every now and again. Coincidence? I think not. Typically, it’d happen when I was feeling pretty funky. Because the longer my burn-out period lasted, the lower I spiraled. But, these little moments, small glimpses of clarity, would shine through and at times I would give myself a break. I’d take a moment to just digest what was going on with me. And the more I did, the more I was made aware of opportunities to break the cycle. For instance, instead of waking up at 4:45 a.m. to get a workout in before my little one arose, I got up, made a cup of coffee and read a book in my pajamas. For a whole hour! For a whole week! Say WHA?!?!?

  Then, my husband’s company issued me a health challenge (well, not me personally, but I took it as such – more motivating that way… You know, the: “SUCK IT biotches!” mentality ;)). If I hit 10,000/steps a day and complete a 5K within 3 months, we save a good chunk o’ change on our health insurance this year. Um, hellooo? I have a two year old… 10,000 steps? Shoot, I can do that in my sleep… The company even supplies the pedometer! No brainer. And my recent morning cup of joe/reading ritual (yes, before dawn) along with the brand-spankin’ new fancy-schmancy wrist step monitor started turning things around for me. Truthfully, I knew something would all along (via those non-coincidental-Divine-bells-in-the-form-of-a-blog-post-reminder ringing in my ear). Anyway, all this got me a-thinkin’ (uh-oh, better watch out!)…

  I don’t know many people who fall behind willingly. In fact, most of us are so overextended it’s inevitable. And, if or when it does happen, how about skipping the self-deprecation train? Instead of berating ourselves about being slow, lazy, incapable, or for coming up with “excuses”, why not just accept that we’re at where we’re at, wherever that may be?

  I know, I know… It’s so much easier said than done. It’s also much easier to extend this “break” to others (e.g. family, friends, acquaintances, even strangers). If only I could count how many times I’ve been telling someone not to be so hard on themselves one moment, then turning around and shaming myself the next… Yikes! If I gave myself even a quarter of the encouragement and praise I gave my daughter, nothing could stop me! It’s so easy and enjoyable to lift others, so why not try, just attempt, to do the same for ourselves?

  A little self love and allowing some truly personal space can go a long way. Although, we have already established that this is HARD to do sometimes; so I’d like to give you permission. It is totally cool to take 5 minutes, 2 hours, a day, a week, whatever YOU need to just BE. Maybe even celebrate the “little things” and/or give yourself a smidge of credit for all you do? Ohhhhh, let’s up the ante and throw in a compliment or positive affirmation at least 1x/day? Something along the lines of: “I seriously make the best lasagna EVER!” or “I love and approve of myself, and I alone create sweetness and joy in my life.” (Louise Hay) And since I’m sure you would totally offer me the same permission and/or invite; yes, thank you. I will do the same:)

  With Love & Gratitude,

  Reiki Mommy

  P.S. I am in LOVE with my pedometer! Just sayin’…  
  

   

   

   

   

   

   
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• Gratitude for Reiki (today)

  Posted at 2:14 am by N. Higashi, on May 11, 2014

  Top 5 reasons I am grateful for Reiki today:

  1. My munchkin is getting sick.
  2. She also gets anxious around too many other kids.
  3. My friend’s baby had to undergo a medical procedure.
  4. I fell down my stairs and have a monster bruise(s) to remind me of it.
  5. It has been 2 weeks since my last blog post… I am falling behind and don’t know where to begin!

  Um, yeah, so these probably aren’t the (insert sing-song voice here) “energy is incredible”, “life has no issues”, “flowers, sunshine, and rainbows” examples you were thinking I’d write when I decided to note why I was grateful for having Reiki in my life today. In fact, prior to discovering Reiki & Karuna Reiki®, those above noted 5 items would have me feeling completely out of control, overwhelmed, nervous, frustrated, and confused. And the ensuing result would have been a shut down in one form or another. Maybe eating several king size bags of candy, tears, or snapping at the hubby? Nothing good, that’s for sure. Instead, I was guided to just start writing. The thoughts (aka messages from above) went a little something like this: Create the list. Look at it and know that all is well. Be calm and just trust that you can and will handle it.

  You know how I have grown to trust that inner voice? For me, getting attuned (to Reiki energy) kind of strengthened that phone line, so to speak… No more choppy connections here. In one way or another, Source’s loving messages get through to me. Thank God (literally)!

  Plus, I am a girl who likes action. I love that I have Reiki to turn to when my child is battling a cold or anxiety issues. If and/or when I doubt that it will work (I am human after all), the healing energy “spontaneously” turns on while I’m sitting in Starbucks and I immediately think of my friend and her baby. Come to find out, they had just arrived at the doctor’s office and were filling out paperwork prior to his procedure when this happened.  “Proof” also arrives in the form of a rapidly healing enormo-monster bruise, thanks to self-Reiki “treatments.” And, finally, after several weeks of not being able to decide on a topic to write about, I am blessed with the gift of this list and the circumstances that led me to creating it (which just so happen to be a sneezing, snotty toddler who had a rough time in her music class this morning).

  In looking back at my life prior to Reiki, the metamorphosis has been incredible. I am not a different person at all. I am just more…whole. And I am MOST grateful because I am able to bring a more trusting, less afraid, complete woman into our home as an example to my daughter and any future kids that choose to enter this Reiki Family. Being more peaceful and accepting has created an environment where each of us will thrive. Just look, I can write out 5 potentially “crummy” things and turn them into reasons I am thankful for something. It is my hope that many families get to experience this kind of peace by taking any route that makes them feel good. It could be Reiki, but really, anything that helps you to know and/or realize that you are supported and strong sounds like a perfect place to start to me!

  With Love & Gratitude (as there’s never too much to go around),

  Reiki Mommy

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• How Reiki Works For Me

  Posted at 6:57 pm by N. Higashi, on April 24, 2014

  The 5 Reiki Principles
  (which encourage us to be in the “now”)

  Just for today…
  I will not anger.
  I will not worry.
  I will be grateful.
  I will work hard & honestly.
  I will be kind to & respect every living thing.

  So, I have been thinking… Some of you may not know what it means when I write about the time that I “Reiki’d myself” or how and/or what I “sent” to the Underwriters. Before moving forward and discussing more of my personal experiences and situations in which I have utilized Reiki, it’s probably a good time to pause and share how doing a healing “works” for me. This isn’t to say that this is how it goes for all Practitioners. In fact, I suspect that we each have both similar and yet different ways in which the energy and any corresponding information “flows” through us. In VERY short (not really even a) summary, once you have undergone a Reiki attunement, you are a conduit of God/Source energy.

  For me, I first felt this energy through my hands. It was and continues to be a mixture of warmth and almost a pulsating vibration. Once I deepened my practice and pursued Karuna Reiki®, I sometimes also feel this energy radiating through my heart chakra and even my third eye. We are all trained how to “turn on” and “turn off” the energy, however, on occasion it will start to flow unexpectedly… All that means is that someone or something I happen to be in the vicinity of needs a little healing energy and my Guides have facilitated that. I have mentioned this before, but it bears repeating here. Reiki can do NO HARM, so if a person I sit down next to at a restaurant is overly stressed or grieving, a sweet dog has injured his paw on his walk, or a child is feeling anxious because there are lots of people around her at the mall, etc, the energy may “turn on” on its own to assist those that are facing any difficulties that I am unaware of.

  However, during scheduled healing sessions, I start by saying a prayer of intention and I also ask that my ego be removed from the session, so that I may be a clear channel/conduit of the energy. Then, I just trust. After I have “turned on” the energy by drawing a symbol we are attuned to in Reiki I, I scan and “ground” the recipient’s body. As I do so, I am often made aware of things like injuries, blocks, fears, etc. If it’s an injury, I might feel a “pin-pricking” sensation in my palms. If it’s an emotional trauma, I typically empathically “feel” their pain. I am always building my “dictionary” (as my Reiki Master calls it) and will take note if I am given a symbol or feeling that seems to mean the same thing in any given session (like the “pin-prick” effect). I work to remove any blockages or energy “build-ups” and for the most part just follow Spirit’s lead. They will have me “insert” various Reiki/Karuna Reiki symbols and make a mental note of any “messages” to be shared. When a person’s healing is meant to be concluded, I notice that the energy flowing from my hands has slowed, or in some cases it has “turned off” on its own. I then seal the healing that has taken place by drawing the same “light switch” symbol I use to start the session and symbolically wrap the receiver in angelic light. For the most part it is white, but there are times when I am guided to use a specific color (which will hold a symbolic meaning for that person, usually pertaining to other information I received during their session).

  Every healing I have done is different, even if I am working on the same person. Sometimes we address a familiar issue, but the recipient’s needs have evolved through their healing journey. I conduct “hands-off” (i.e. my hands “hover” about 2-3 inches above the body at all times) sessions and I do not speak while channeling the energy (for anyone who knows me, this is probably a big surprise, as I never seem to have a shortage of things to say!). I do discuss and give detailed notes about my interpretations following the healing. They aren’t always “right on,” but I am just human. I tell everyone I work with that if something about what I share doesn’t resonate with them, that they need not worry because they received exactly what was needed from Spirit.

  When conducting a “less formal” session, perhaps when my daughter has gotten a boo-boo, I again ask for guidance from Spirit (set the intention), turn on the energy, and then insert symbols where it feels “right.” Sometimes, there are no symbols at all, just a rush of energy over a fresh scratch or bruise. I have even held my hands to my own head when suffering a headache. There really is no limit to what Reiki (and its positive effects) can do… Following this post, I will move forward sharing more stories about how and when I have used this amazing healing modality (and I’ll always include the “outcome(s)”).

  As you can see, this wasn’t meant to be a detailed background of Reiki. There is more information on that in the “Reiki/Karuna Reiki®” section here on Reiki Mommy or you can read more at several of the following websites (and/or just by doing a Google search to your heart’s content:)): International Center for Reiki Training or http://www.annereith.com/classes/reiki-orange-county/. I hope that I have answered any questions you may have had about what it is that I do and if not, please feel free to let me know!

  With Love & Gratitude,

  Reiki Mommy

  p.s. Are you interested in becoming a Reiki Practitioner? I am VERY excited to share that I will be teaching Reiki I on Saturday, June 7^th in Brea, CA. Please click here for more details:)

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• The Tripped Thermostat

  Posted at 8:23 pm by N. Higashi, on April 11, 2014

  4/10/2014

  So, I find it fitting that during a heat wave in Southern California, my thermostat is not behaving. It is fluctuating. Up and down, up and down. Funny thing is (or not so funny), it’s not my air conditioner that I speak of, although that is acting all sorts of honky too (humpf). The thermostat that I write about is one that I learned to pay much more attention to after being blessed to meet and work with EFT (aka Tapping)/A Course In Miracles/her own “All-That-Ness” Practitioner, Robin Wilder. She has been teaching me about what to look for when the Ego and/or “Conditioned Self”, and their fear-based thoughts start a creepin’ in. When a situation arises that doesn’t make you feel good, what might that signal? Most likely, your thermostat has been tripped (Believe it or not, if things have been going well for too long, a tripped thermostat will bring you back down to the more familiar “ego” zone of struggle, frustration, lack, etc). And what happens when the thermostat is tripped? Progress is slowed.

  This can be progress on anything ranging from a personal goal, like taking a new class or traveling, to professional aspirations, like launching your own business or pursuing that promotion at work. The super sneaky and totally annoying thing is, this non-feel-good-thought-or-event can come in the form of something related to your pursuit or even something that seems completely and totally irrelevant. The bottom line… if it makes you feel bad, you are less likely to move forward. The ego/our conditioned selves feel  much safer staying exactly. where. they (aka you). are.

  If you are curious about the “easiest” fix… What brings you joy? It starts right there. Take one moment and think of anything that makes you happy. Sometimes the thought is enough to get me back on track, but sometimes it takes action.

  Here are a few of my joy inducing actions:

  • Making my daughter laugh (and laughing out loud right alongside her).
  • Dancing. In my living room, on the street, up in da’ club – bahaha! Wherever, doesn’t matter; music helpful, although not required.
  • Working out. I am one of those, please-kick-my-bootie type of gals, and my most favorite instructor now has an in-home system (Curtis Ludlow, Bootcamp FX). This makes it really convenient for me to throw on a DVD at any given moment (well, that I am not caring for my munchkin).
  • Talking with a loved one.
  • Reading a sappy romance novel (guilty pleasure – I love “love,” what can I say?!?).

  It might be surprising to read that I didn’t note Reiki. Why not just “Reiki myself” again? Unfortunately, sometimes when I enter into a negative emotional space, it is hard for me to focus on healing. This is probably one of those above noted sneaky tricks of my ego/conditioned self, since Reiki/healing work encompasses my new life path. What a better way to make me doubt leaving a corporate job or launching a business/blog of my own? Not cool, right? But, I bet, if you look back on instances that you pulled away from something you were super pumped about building or doing, you might recognize a moment that caused that thermostat to trip too.

  Since today was one of “those days” for me, I have done all 5 items listed above and I will continue to hold onto MY JOY (do you hear that Ego?) until that darn thermostat stays at a cool and even place.

  UPDATE (4/11/14): I wrote this in the midst of my fluctuating thermostat period yesterday – and true to “progress slowing” form, I couldn’t hunker down, finish and hit the “publish” button. But, today, with a fresh perspective and after allowing myself the time and space I needed to focus on my “joyful actions/happy thoughts;” all is in motion again. I am a big believer in Divine Timing (more on this in a future post I’m sure), even if it doesn’t make sense to me at any given moment. Maybe, just maybe, this time it was so that I could include this note before posting. A brief update that encourages you through your tripped thermostat day(s). As cheesy as it sounds, there IS always tomorrow (or the next day) and I can vouch, or possibly be a voice that reminds you that, ALL IS/WILL BE WELL.

  With love, gratitude, positive thoughts & cyber hugs,

  Reiki Mommy

   

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• “I Reiki’d myself.”

  Posted at 7:11 pm by N. Higashi, on April 3, 2014

  

  I’d like to start this post with a cute story and a little known fact about my hubby. He too is trained in Reiki and Karuna Reiki®. So, I guess if we’re being truly official (of course) he is Reiki Daddy. This amazing and sweetly insightful man wanted to learn and grow right alongside me so we started our training together. Now comes a possibly more known fact: Reiki Daddy is also a baseball player. Although he is not playing professionally and/or consistently any longer, we never miss his college Alumni game.

  Last year’s game happened about 2 weeks after we finished our Reiki II training. All was per usual; a beautiful day at the stadium, seeing lots of missed friendly faces, and many hugs and laughs both in the stands and on the field. This was our daughter’s first time to a game and seeing Daddy play. I doubt she knew what was going on, but there was much anticipation when he stepped up to the plate… I had always been a “Nervous Nellie” when watching him play and even though we are now down to one game per year, nothing had changed. So, nervous Reiki Mommy with baby girl on her lap said a silent prayer that all (pleeeaaasseeee) go well, and you’ll never believe what he did. After not playing any ball since the previous Alumni game, Reiki Daddy hit an out-of-the-park home run! Screams, cheers, laughter, shock… None of us could believe it!!!! It was great. Actually more like, pure awesome-sauce.

  After the game, while discussing how wonderful that moment was, Reiki Daddy said this, “I Reiki’d myself.” He usually states things pretty simply, so the delivery wasn’t new, but the information was such a catch-me-off-guard surprise. In our Reiki II class we had learned how to send Reiki across distances. These distances can be time (past, present, future events) and/or place. Turns out, Reiki Daddy had been practicing and had sent himself Reiki energy both leading up to the game and also directly to the actual event. Turned out well, if I do say so myself!

  The reason I shared this story is because Spirit has been playing that phrase, in my husband’s voice, on repeat in my head since a pretty scary earthquake and quite a few aftershocks jolted us late last week. We live less than a mile from the epicenter, so the rocking and the rolling was strong. But, here’s the thing. I have lived in Southern California my entire life. Earthquakes are nothing new and although rattled, usually I bounce back pretty quickly.

  This time though, the fear and anxiety I felt during and even in the days following was all new. The other crazy thing is that this fear caused me to freak about multiple other things. Here is a snap shot of the thoughts in my head (read very quickly and you’ll be close to the repeating loop): What is our safety/evacuation plan? When will I have this house in order? I need to learn how to cook.  I should be working harder. Wait, no, I should be focused on and present for my child. I need to take more classes. Why aren’t I exercising more? I need to be/set a healthy example, etc, etc.

  I realized that the earthquake and aftershocks caused a ripple effect of “I’m not worthy” thought patterns. This happened because in the moment of something completely and totally beyond my power to prevent or even anticipate, I didn’t know the best thing to do to keep my little one safe. I felt out of control and I am not comfortable in that place. I like order, yes, but mostly, I like to know and believe that I can protect my daughter.  But isn’t that how most parents feel? Absolutely. So, what do we do when we start spinning?

  I think the lesson here, at least for me, is one of patience and acceptance of myself. Accepting that I am doing all that I can, at any given moment, is (wait for it, wait for it – no lie cringing as I type)… enough. As long as it is coming from a place of LOVE, it is enough. Oh, and the reminder from Reiki Daddy helped too. So, in the end, and in order to help me believe those words I shared above, “I Reiki’d myself, too.”

  With Love & Gratitude,

  Reiki Mommy

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