Living the Reiki Life

Halloween special episode: join Amanda and Kristi for a fun, witchy conversation about all things Halloween, from the energy surrounding this time of year to our how we feel about it, and how we celebrate. We had so much fun chatting about this one, and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

In this episode, we explore:

The energy around Halloween and how we personally experience it
Childhood memories of dressing up and celebrating Halloween
Decorating for Halloween and the intentions behind it
Honouring our ancestors in...

In this episode, we’re joined by Monica Haritan, founder of Sleepy Moon Farm, who brings nearly 30 years of experience in holistic wellness, energy work, animal communication, and supporting both animals and their caregivers. Monica shares her beautiful journey and her deep connection with animals, offering compassionate insight into their emotional and spiritual lives, how they communicate with us, and the profound bond we share with them.

In this episode, we explore:

Monica’s beautiful journey and nearly 30 years of experience 
Navigating loss and grief
Monica’s personal experience with animals transitioning
A heart...

This month we sit down with Aude Firmin for an inspiring conversation about Reiki, intuition, psychic work, and building a business around what you’re passionate about. Aude left her corporate career three years ago and has since built a career as an Intuitive Business Coach, Spiritual Life Coach, Reiki Master, Psychic, and Medium. She has worked with clients including Microsoft and Gucci and is based in London, offering distance sessions around the world. Aude’s new book, Trust the Signal, will be released this November.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

- Aude’s journe...

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or Reiki practitioner, this episode explores the world of Reiki for children and how this practice can support kids through life's ups and downs.  From emotional overwhelm and sleep challenges to big life transitions, we discuss why families seek Reiki, what a child Reiki session can look like, and the unique considerations that come with working with children.


In this episode, we cover:

- The benefits of learning Reiki as a parent

- How to explain Reiki to children in a way they understand

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What if better digestion starts with your nervous system? In this episode, Dr. Meg Mill introduces her concept of neurodigestion and explains how stress, thought patterns, and the way we eat can influence digestion, hormone health, and nutrient absorption.

We explore the cephalic phase of digestion, the importance of slowing down at meals, and Dr. Meg's simple "7-Second Switch" practice for shifting your mindset and supporting your body's natural healing processes.

In this episode:

- What neurodigestion is and why it matters
- The connection between the nervous system and digestion<...

In this episode, we sit down with Flo Lavallie, a Herbalist, Iridologist, Healer, and longtime pillar in Saskatoon’s wellness community, to reflect on the incredible legacy of the Tamara House. Tamara House was created as a healing space for survivors of sexual abuse, offering holistic support through community, Reiki, and other healing modalities. Flo shares the heart behind creating a safe and compassionate environment for women to heal, and the profound impact this work had on so many lives over the years. Alongside Flo, Linda Sanderson also shares her personal healing journey, her experiences that shaped her path an...

Michael Keleman is a consciousness researcher, energetic wellness facilitator, and author with over 20 years of experience supporting deep healing and transformation. In this episode, he shares his awakening journey and how he works with pendulum dowsing, muscle testing, and intention to access the subconscious mind, clear energetic attachments, and support powerful shifts.

In this episode:

Michael’s journey of awakening

Entity attachments (what they are and how they’re cleared)

Pendulum dowsing as a tool for guidance and insight

Ring finger muscle testing and accessing subconscious information

The...

Self Reiki is very simple and powerful, it can support your body, energy, and emotional well-being.  In this episode, we break down what self Reiki actually is, how to start (without overcomplicating it), and how to deepen your practice over time. Whether you’re brand new or already working with Reiki, this conversation will help you reconnect with your own ability to heal, regulate, and restore from within.

What we cover:

What is self Reiki and Level 1 Reiki

Why a consistent practise matters

Reiki & the nervous system

What self Rei...

In this episode, we’re joined by Parita Shah, Reiki Master Teacher and intuitive energy healer. Parita shares how her personal health challenges led her to discover Reiki and the powerful mind–body connection that transformed her healing journey.  Today, she supports others on their own healing paths through Reiki training, intuitive healing sessions, and community for Reiki practitioners.

Topics We Cover

- Parita’s personal journey with health challenges and discovering Reiki
- How Reiki helped her reconnect with her intuition and inner balance
- Why deep healing often requires patience and consist...

On today’s episode, we’re chatting with Kurtis Lee Thomas, founder of Breathwork Detox and a globally recognized leader in transformational breathwork. Kurtis has facilitated powerful breathwork experiences in over 27 countries and worked with major organizations like Nike and NASA.  In this episode, we explore how the breath becomes a gateway to emotional release, nervous system regulation, and profound personal transformation.

In This Episode We Cover:

Kurtis’ unexpected journey into breathwork
His experience with Reiki
How his program trains facilitators to truly hold space for others
Meditation vs. breathwork
The #1 reason...

In this episode, we dive into the power of mudras and how these hand positions support Reiki, meditation, and energy work. We explore their meaning, history, and practical use, while sharing personal stories of how mudras began flowing naturally through our Reiki sessions and deepened our connection to intuition and energy.

Topics discussed:

- What are mudras

- Where mudras are used across spiritual and healing traditions

- A brief history of mudras

- How to use mudras in meditation and daily life

- Finger meanings, elements...

This week’s episode we are joined by Ting Ting,  he founder of the GuanJing Method.  Ting Ting has beautifully woven together the grace of dance, the energy flow of Qi Gong, and the strength of functional movement, creating a practice she describes as meditative movement that “flows like dance, heals like Qi Gong, and strengthens like Pilates” (GuanJing Method).  We explore her journey and gain a deeper understanding of how energy moves through the body, and how conscious movement and breath can support balance and well-being.

In this episode, we explore:

In this episode, we gather for an honest, unscripted conversation about Reiki as we’re living it right now. We share observations from our own practice and community, reflecting on how Reiki has been taught and experienced over time while staying curious about where it’s naturally evolving.

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In this episode, we’re joined by bestselling author, energetic alignment coach and intuitive transformation facilitator Kelsey Aida. This conversation felt like catching up with a good friend while also receiving so much wisdom, perspective, and inspiration around manifestation, inner work, and the entrepreneurial journey.

Kelsey shares openly about her own dark night of the soul, her healing journey, and how those experiences shaped her approach to manifestation and self-love.
In this episode, we talk about:

Why “fake it till you make it” doesn’t always work — and why embodiment mattersSelf-love as one of the most power...

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.


We’re covering:

• What exactly is a pendulum?
• A short, fascinating history
• Is it actually “real movement”… or just your hand?
• Why materials and shapes matter
• Tips for choosing the righ...

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 depth.

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 affect physical and emotional well-being

Stories of healing — including how this work can help animals

How The Body Co...

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!

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 facilitators to carry this wisdom forward.

In this conversation, we explore:

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 about what happens during a session, this conversation offers guidance, reflections, and inspiration!

What...

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 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:

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 deepening your practice, this episode will help you see your body and energy in a whole new light.

Inside this episode, you’ll...

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 business Gaia Goddess 

Dark night of the soul

The power of womb healin...

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 journey into an empowering practice.

- Megan’s Reiki journey 

- How she intuitively works with crystals during sessions

- Understanding the meanings o...

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.

What We Cover:

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 healer, Tara weaves spirituality and sacred intention into her tattoo sessions, offering clients not just body art, but transformation.

Topics explored:

- Tara...

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:

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, offering insight into how they’ve shown up in our healing journeys and Reiki sessions.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

-          The history and roles of the six Archangels we work with...

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 conducted numerous workshops and medicinal plant walks.  Nina is passionate about education and is dedicated to sharing her wisdom and expertise to empower the next generation of herbalists and beyond.

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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 podcast journey, sharing insights, favorite moments, and the growth we've experienced over the past two years. To wrap up the episode, Amanda guides us through a meditation designed to help us...

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

- What is a Kundalini activation

- What is Shakti’s frequency and her teachings

- Ho...

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 chakrasWays in which chakras can become blocked, overactive, or underactive Suggestions for supporting your own chakra system Recommendations to enhance your Reiki session Physical ailments related to the chakrasCrystals that can provide support Personal stories and insights from our sessionsJoin us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/<...

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Angelica Rose Neri, an Ayurvedic Practitioner, and Spiritual Business Owner.  She specializes in guiding experienced healers to create successful spiritual businesses while reclaiming their power through Ayurveda, Yoga, and Reiki.  Her soul’s mission is to empower women to embrace their intuitive strength and express their authentic voices to the world. 

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In this week’s episode, we combined three topics we wanted to discuss, sharing insights drawn from our own experiences during Reiki sessions. As Reiki practitioners, we experience ongoing growth and learning with each session. As we delve deeper into self-discovery, we explore various techniques to better assist our clients. Here are the topics we discuss:

-          Reiki hand placement known as “brain balancing”: exploring the experiences of both the practitioner and the client receiving the treatment

-          Transmuting energy: what it is and how everyone transmutes energy in their unique way

-          Energy sickness: how...

We love discussing Reiki, and we want to explore other forms of it. That's why we wanted to connect with different Reiki practitioners to learn about the various styles and share our findings with you. On this week’s episode we're focusing on Holy Fire Reiki. Joining us is Holly from Howlister Moon.  She is a Holy Fire Reiki practioner, healer and guide committed to holistic wellness and spiritual development.

In our very first episode we shared our stories about how Reiki found us.  We were eager to revisit that episode, as the sound quality was less than ideal during our early podcasting days.  We both recognize that our Reiki journeys have been instrumental in shaping who we are today.  The universe has an incredible way of guiding us toward the healing and growth we desire, often through magical and unexpected ways!  

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In this episode, we chat with Molly Venn from The Tell Tale Hand.  She is a Palm Reader based in Saskatchewan.  She shares the fascinating realm of palmistry, teaching us how the lines of a person’s hand capture a person's experiences from their past and can offer insights into the direction of one’s current journey.

Happy New Year!

Kristi and Amanda took some time off at Christmas to be with our loved ones and enjoy the downtime.

Please enjoy this guided self reiki treatment to unwind and prepare for this new year to come.

Back to our regularly scheduled episodes in the new year.

Enjoy!

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This week, we sat down with Rashel Gervais, the co-owner of "Ember & Bloom Wellness," a certified Feng Shui consultant, and a Building Official. Both of us are passionate about maintaining high-vibe energy in our homes, but we wanted to delve deeper into how Feng Shui can help us. In our discussion, Rashel shares a wealth of practical tips that you can easily incorporate into your home to enhance the flow of energy.