Living the Reiki Life

Have you ever been curious about pendulums? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into this intuitive tool and how it can support your energy practice. Whether you’re a Reiki practitioner wanting to expand your toolkit, someone looking to strengthen your intuition, or you’re finally ready to put that pendulum sitting in a drawer to good use, this episode is for you.


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• What exactly ...

In this week’s episode we chat with Shannon Cutts, she is an intuitive animal-communicator, Reiki Master practitioner, and the founder of Animal Love Languages, a space dedicated to helping people connect deeply with their pets, even across species, or lifetimes. Through her work she offers compassionate communication, soulful healing, and intuitive guidance that honours animals as beings with feelings, memories, and spiritual dept...

In this episode, we sit down with Nicole Bear, a healer from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan whose own journey of transformation led her to discover The Emotion Code and The Body Code.  It is a powerful energy healing modality that helps release trapped emotions and restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit. 

 Topics we explore:

Nicole’s personal healing journey and how she found The Emotion Code + Body Code

How trapped emotions can affec...

You’ve just completed your Reiki 2 training, the energy feels stronger, your intuition is waking up, and you’re feeling that nudge to share your gifts with the world…but where do you start?  We share our own journeys from student to practitioner and what we have learned along the way!

• Working with your own energy first
• How to begin offering sessions (and when to start charging)
• Setting up your practical foundations; website, ...

This weeks episode we are joined by Kayse Gehret, Founder of Microdosing for Healing.  Kayse is a Reiki Master, and somatic practitioner with nearly three decades in the healing arts. Kayse’s work bridges energy medicine, sacred plant allies, and soul-led transformation, guiding thousands across the world into deeper emotional, energetic, and spiritual awakening. Through her Microdosing Certification Program, she now trains facilit...

In this solo episode, we open up about the do’s and don’ts of a Reiki session from both sides of the table - as practitioners and as clients. Over the years, we’ve noticed the small details that make a big difference in how a session feels.

From the practical to the energetic, we share what we’ve learned about creating a safe, comfortable, and sacred space. Whether you’re new to Reiki, a seasoned practitioner, or simply curious abou...

In this inspiring episode, we are joined by Flo Lavallie, a healer and community builder whose journey into wellness began with her own story of transformation.  With 40 years of experience, Flo is a Registered Nurse, Master Herbalist, Iridologist, Reflexologist, Reiki Master and a published author.  Flo shares how her path unfolded and the powerful modalities she’s dedicated her life to.

What we explore in this episode:

• Flo’s st...

In this episode, we discuss the Reiki symbol Hon Sha Ze Sho Nen which is the powerful distance symbol and explore how energy travels through the meridians of Chinese Medicine, the Nadis of yogic tradition, and even the organs where emotions can live. We’ll also dive into how scars, tattoos, and piercings can influence your energy flow—and how Reiki gently restores harmony no matter where you are.  Whether you’re new to Reiki or dee...

This week’s episode we were joined by Maria Marshall, founder of Gaia Goddess Lifestyle.  Through her work, Maria creates supportive spaces - online and in person for women to heal, grow and connect.  She weaves together Reiki, sound, light therapy and breath work to empower women on their journey. 

Topics covered:

Maria’s personal Reiki journey

Sacred geometry in healing

Trusting your own healing abilities 

The birth of Maria’s bu...

In this week’s episode, Megan joins us from Mountain Aura Crystals.  She is a crystal healer, oracle reader, and Reiki practitioner from Saskatchewan - Megan shares how her love for nature led to a deep connection with crystals. We talk about working with Lemurians, how healing practices evolve, and the magic behind different crystal shapes. Megan shares how tuning into your own intuition—not rigid rules—can transform your crystal ...

In this week’s episode we explore how Reiki and channeling can beautifully weave together in a session. We share our personal journeys with both practices; from first-time experiences to developing trust in the messages and energy that come through. Whether you’re new to energy healing or already practicing Reiki, this episode offers guidance, spiritual insights, and practical tips to deepen your intuitive connection.

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In this week’s episode, we sit down with Tara D’Agostino, tattoo artist and healer based out of Iron Lion Tattoo in Rhode Island. From picking up her first tattoo machine at just 19 to becoming a sought-after artist known for her powerful black and gray work, Tara brings deep presence and purpose into everything she creates.  But Tara’s work goes far beyond skin deep.  As a certified Reiki practitioner, intuitive channel, and sound...

This week, we welcome back Ryan Cropper, founder of Your Potential — a spiritual life coach, astral projection expert, and YouTube creator known for his deep dives into spirituality and psychology.  We unravel the mysteries of the dream world and the subtle realms beyond sleep.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• What actually happens when you dream
• The difference between dreaming and astral projection
• Kristi shares a weird dream experien...

We explore the six Archangels we connect with in our Reiki sessions, sharing their origins, unique energies, how they can offer support, healing and guidance.  Whether you're new to Reiki or have been practicing for years, calling upon the Archangels can elevate your sessions with their high-frequency guidance, healing and unconditional love.    We also share our personal stories and experiences of working with the Archangels,...

This week’s episode, we sat down with Medical Herbalist & Educator Nina Savino, who shared her vast knowledge with passion and clarity, opening our eyes to nature's wonders. She has a strong commitment to empowering individuals in their pursuit of holistic health and self-reliance through the art and science of herbal medicine.  She is also the founder of Ash and Thorn Herbals, established a free learning centre, and condu...

The meditation from Episode 49.  Enjoy!

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In this week's episode, we discuss our experiences running our own Reiki businesses alongside our 9-to-5 jobs. We start by exploring ways to attract clients who resonate with us and the importance of establishing boundaries. Next, we each share our top three self-care tips specifically for Reiki practitioners, highlighting the significance of nurturing our mind, body, and spirit so we can support our clients. We reflect on our...

On this week’s episode we sat down with Iva Kelsey aka Shakti Mama.  She lives on the coast of Ecuador and she is a channel of Prana Shakti from the Divine Mother Frequency, also known as Shakti Kundalini.  She has devoted her life to sharing and teaching Kundalini activations.  Iva Kelsey shares her journey with us and so much more, we truly enjoyed this beautiful conversation and learned so much from her.

- Iva Kelsey’s journey

- W...

We are passionate about working with the seven primary chakras in our Reiki sessions. Almost two years ago, we recorded an episode all about the chakras, and now we’re excited to revisit this topic with fresh insights and experiences.

Topics we will explore:

• An overview of the chakras
• Ways in which chakras can become blocked, overactive, or underactive 
• Suggestions for supporting your own chakra sy...