Reiki for Weight Loss

A Personal Testimonial

As a rule, I resist the use of Reiki to address specific conditions. I believe energy is omnicient and omnipotent and will go where it needs to go and do what it needs to do without my direction. I also know without a doubt that there is no single weight loss "program" that is right for everyone. While I still hold firmly to these beliefs, I have claimed 2011 as a year of releasing limitations and boundaries and embracing all possibilities for the highest and most healing good of my clients and myself.

A recent phone call from one of my Reiki II graduates prompted me to try Reiki for weight loss. She used a method we reviewed in class, but that I never personally attempted. She lost 20 pounds in a couple weeks (and she looks great) without changing her eating habits or exercising! With results like that, I had to try it. The more I thought about it, the more it made sense. Reiki is energy and energy transforms matter. Just as it dissipates negativity and creates the free and open flow of positive energy, Reiki works to transform matter into energy ... even fat matter.  The 'how' is left to the universe.

Without planning or counting calories or subscribing to a 'diet,' here's how Weight Loss Reiki worked for me.

On January 5, I began a morning ritual of channeling Reiki energy to myself using the emotional healing symbol. I used a clear and simple affirmation; a modified version of one provided by Reiki Master Teacher Peggy Jentoft, "I release excess physical matter (fat) from my body and invite vibrant, life affirming light (energy) to assume its place."

The following week I heard India Holloway, a colon hydrotherapist, on the radio and was compelled to attend her introductory talk. I don't mean I made a decision to attend, I mean I was compelled.  I moved client appointments, arranged a sitter and kidnapped my significant other on a week night to hear this woman speak. There was no stopping me.

After hearing India speak, I scheduled an appointment with her on January 17, 2011 at the Life Well Institute in Culver City, CA. I lost two pounds during the procedure.

Ever the sharing spirit, India offers clients a 10% off coupon for a detox pack from Dr. Schulze's American Botanical Pharmacy in Marina del Rey, CA. I headed straight over to purchase my very reasonably priced 5-Day Bowel Detox pack. Mind you, I had no plans to detox immediately after a colonics. This was the universe responding to my requests. Dr. Schulze's is, hands down, the easiest, most forgiving, most accommodating bowel detox program ever! It worked without restrictive dietary demands and without chaining me to the bathroom. I tell you people, the experience was drama free!

I last weighed myself on January 23, 2011 and had lost 7 lbs. Because I am more focused on wellness than weight, I have decided not to weigh myself again until February 23rd, 2011.

Using Reiki and an intent to release excess weight, my vibrational frequency shifted into alignment with:

• dietary modifications that support healthy living and weight loss
• a desire to exercise daily at a level that is comfortable for me
• therapies and systems that support healthy living and weight loss, and that fit into my life with little effort
• resuming a vegetarian lifestyle after nearly 15 years
• liberation from food addictions like flour and processed sugar

So, while my student changed nothing in her life and achieved desired results, I found myself fluidly guided to make choices that lead to my desired result with little effort. As always, the universe spoke to each of us in a language consistent with our respective sensibilities. Therefore, I am ecstatic to report that Reiki did, can and does work for weight loss!

Reiki For Your Car

I love to ride in cars but, thanks to a year of multiple auto collisions, I had lost my passion and a great deal of confidence for driving. Each stint behind the wheel was a test of resolve as I defensively navigated my way through crowded Los Angeles traffic. However, with the use of a few energy shifting techniques, I not only restored my confidence, but I transformed my car into a sanctuary and a magnet for positive energy and manifestation. Here are my tips for encouraging good ki (as Rei-ki) in your car.

Clutter on the outside creates clutter on the inside. Trash in the car makes it difficult for positive energy to flow freely and it blocks good concentration which is needed for safe driving. And the saying, "out of sight, out of mind" does NOT apply here. Junk in the trunk must also be cleared to open pathways for positivity to flow. Make it a practice to de-clutter your car, including the trunk and glove compartment, at least once a week.

Crystals amplify energy during Reiki therapy sessions and when performing Reiki in designated spaces. Carry hematite in the glove compartment. This powerful stone stimulates concentration, sharpens focus and synchronizes the spirit and physical bodies to quicken reflexes. Hematite also carries an energy that improves mechanical operations.

The flow of air in your car is as important as the flow of air in your home. When weather permits, drive or park your car with the windows open for several minutes each day. This simple strategy will prevent energy stagnation and quickly transport any negative energy out of the car while circulating positive energy inward.

If you know someone who seems to attract bad luck when it comes to cars (buying lemons, accidents, mechanical problems), introduce them to CarShui; it's feng shui for cars. This handy kit puts natural energy flow to work in cars by placing feng shui symbols in strategic places. Kits are very affordable at just $14.95.

The universe supports your endeavor to be a safe and happy driver. Call upon the energies and they will be there to support you --- long or short distance. I'd love to hear any testimonials you have to share on this topic, so please leave your comments below. Thank you and bon voyage.