My Reiki Journey

Where do I start? 

This question made me reflect on the remarkable journey that brought me to where I am today. It was a significant departure from the path I had originally envisioned for myself, prompting me to document the story of how it all unfolded. So, I sat down and began writing, eager to share how I found myself immersed in the world of Reiki.

 My journey began in South Africa, where I was born and raised. Growing up, I lived with my parents and three younger sisters, and my path led me to pursue a career in medicine. I attended medical school and ultimately graduated with a degree in Diagnostic Imaging (B.Rad.Diag.CBI.ISCD). Along the way, I found love and married my high school sweetheart. Soon after, in the year 2000, we made the life-changing decision to immigrate to Toronto, Canada.

My professional journey commenced in the healthcare sector, specializing in X-Ray/Mammography and Bone Mineral Density, a field in which I continue to practice to this day. My life confines within a cozy home, resonating with laughter and bustling routines between my two teenage sons, and furry 10 year old Maltese dog.

As I reached the age of 40, a remarkable shift occurred within me. Initially, I questioned whether this transformation aligned with the commonly described "mid-life crisis" that people often anticipate. It continued and tapped into something deeper, enticing me to venture into uncharted waters.

I could not put a finger on what it was, but I had this constant burning, flaming orange blaze inside of me telling me to do something else. In my heart I knew it still had to involve people or rather healing and caring of some kind. 

Day in and out, I would wake up with this thought, as this urge got stronger and stronger each day. And then, something unexpected happened.

It was in 2017, during my usual daily activities, that I had a sudden accident. I slipped and fell down the stairs, resulting in significant damage to the ligaments in both my ankles and knees. I briefly lost consciousness for a few seconds, and after that, my recollection of the events became hazy and unclear.
My recovery was almost one year long, undergoing numerous treatments then surgery and being housebound for a prolonged period of time. For an individual who thrived on the busyness and hustle & bustle of life, being confined to the bed and couch to recover was indeed a challenge.

However, this fall was not just a regular fall. It was a shift, the paradigm shift that I needed, and had been waiting for all my life. The universe had slowed me down enough to allow me to see the bigger picture, to pay attention to the source of the force that had been tugging gently at me all this time. The puzzle began to make sense.   

I was connected with a Reiki master who introduced me to the practice of using Reiki for self-healing. Embracing the belief that everything happens for a purpose and that actions have consequences, I embarked on learning Reiki at levels 1 and 2. The results were nothing short of remarkable—I experienced an incredible recovery and found myself healing exceptionally well through the power of Reiki.

In 2018, I was introduced to another Reiki master who played a crucial role in guiding me towards my desired path. With her assistance, I embarked on the journey I had long been anticipating. Over the following two years, I diligently pursued the necessary Reiki courses, ultimately achieving mastery at level 3. I dedicated myself to daily practice, providing Reiki sessions not only for myself but also for my husband, two sons, other family members, and even our beloved dog.

In 2018, my son experienced a concussion, and we sought medical attention at the emergency room. The doctor informed us that he would require two months of bed rest for proper recovery. Determined to support his healing journey, I started providing him with Reiki. Twice a day, I would administer Reiki to him. Remarkably, he began noticing positive changes in both his physical and mental well-being. He even started requesting Reiki sessions before I could even suggest it! The benefits of Reiki were evident to him. Not only did our family witness the improvements, but the pediatricians, doctors, specialists, and teachers involved in his care were also astonished by the rapid recovery. If only they knew that this remarkable progress was attributed to the beautiful and powerful energy of Reiki.

I jumped at any opportunity to do Reiki for anyone and loved seeing the benefits people were having. This opportunity was exciting with an added value of immense self satisfaction. I felt like I was fulfilling my life's purpose. 

My own personal growth and development accelerated beyond my wildest dreams since my first reiki treatment and even more so since my Reiki master attunement.  

Having witnessed the incredible benefits of Reiki and fueled by my deep passion for this practice, I am eager to share my personal journey with you.

In these chaotic and tumultuous times we live in, we need to tap and heal our inner selves. Sometimes all that is needed is divine guidance and tweaks in our energy fields and suddenly, anything seems possible. Reiki is a universal healing energy and when seen through it, the universe is a better place.