The Reiki Principles:
Just for today…
I let go of worry
I let go of anger
I give thanks for my many blessings
I do my work honestly
I am kind to every living thing
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Happy Holidays to All!
... Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy holiday season....
May You Walk in Gratitude for the Blessings Each Day Brings
Please note there will be no Reiki Shares in December, we will begin
again in January 2, 2008 for our Daytime Share and January 20 for
the afternoon/evening share.
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Table of Contents:
1. Interesting Reiki Stories
2. Requests for Long Distance Healing
3. Q & A
4. What's New?
5. Interesting Websites
6. Recommendations: Books, Audio, Etc
7. Working with Others:
8. Reiki Shares
9. Tips & Tidbits:
10.Miscellaneous
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1. Interesting Reiki Stories:
Reiki stories are posted as a way to help keep us inspired and to remember to use Reiki
as a tool in healing. If you have an experience or story to share, please forward it to us,
otherwise I will try to post a story or two monthly that I find on the web.
Reiki At Work...
Hi Susan,,,,,,,,,,,Remember giving me the advice of surrounding myself with white Reiki
light before i went into my workplace??,,,,,,,,well i did,,and it really worked!!,,,,,,,,,,let me
explain,,,,Usually,,when i walk throught the shop,going to my dept.,,,i say hello to the
usual people,in the usual way,,,after more than a year of doing this,,, it is routine,,well
yesterday was very different! I sat in my jeep for a few minutes and Reiki'd myself and
surrounded myself with white energy and walked in (my motive for this was to deal with a
potential problem with managment),,,,ok,,in the lockeroom,the guys seemed actually
happy to see me,,nothin over the top though,,,,i have to walk through 3 depts to get to
mine,,,the first,,a fella stopped me to talk,,,we haven't spoken in over a year,,but as
people are passing us,,,iam getting hellos and nods from people that don't usually do so
as i go through the next dept,,,i hear someone calling me from a distance,,,i look around
and Bobbys giving me a long distance hello,,At this point i feel like iam walking with a
spot light on me!,,Lastly,,i crossed paths with a guy that i had an incident with more than
a year ago,,and we hven't spoken since. Well i made the first exchange and he
responded ,,,,,we ended up having a brief conversation,,,,,but after my roll call,,(he's first
shift,,iam 2nd),,he gave me a shout out to come over and we had a good talk!,,,,i know
none of this would have happened,,had i not surrounded myself with Reiki wite energy!
oh the problem with managment kind of difused itself,,,,so far!For the rest of the nite,,the
men were nice and even receptive,,,,Thanks Susan,,,,, Rob G
Sinus Headache Relief
This morning I woke up with a sinus headache on the left side, it was throbbing with a lot
of pressure...as I laid in bed, I used the headache hands positions, with one hand
behind my neck and one hand on the left side of my forehead. WIthin minutes I was able
to fall back to sleep and then woke up about twenty minutes later with no headache. I
teach this position all the time, I use it when I need to, yet I am still in awe everytime it
works...the power of Reiki never ceases to amaze me. Susan
I know there are alot of you who have had wonderful Reiki experiences, please consider
sharing them with us for the benefit of all. Below are some of the Reiki stories I have
found on the internet, since I only had a few to add...
Reiki...One Person's Soul Food (Story from www.reikiconnect.com)
Reiki has been and will be a growth provoking experience, always done with your Soul’s
highest good in mind. I can’t say that I’ve enjoyed every moment of growth, but I can say
I have learned from being involved with Reiki. I would love to go on and on with all the
new ideas and lessons that Reiki has taught me, but I’m just going to relate one lesson
that Reiki has taught me, and I hope that you will find some answers as well.
I believe that we all came into this life with a purpose, a reason that our Higher Self is
very aware of, and is constantly challenging us to take the path that brings us closer to
our goal of finding ourselves again. Most of us find this path filled with briars and sharp
stones (in other words diffult), but part of our growth is to find our highest purpose and
incorporate that into our lives, to live our lives with our heads held high and with great
joy! This is probably one of the most difficult parts of the journey, but so worth the effort!
When we stop and find our truth in the voice within ourselves, we are getting closer to
finding or true path.
And that my friends is FOOD FOR THE SOUL!
Reiki has been one of the driving forces for this discovery in my life; it has been a major
catalyst for my growth towards bringing me closer to my life path. I know without a doubt
that I would not be at this place in my life right now without Reiki, and for that I am very
thankful. I have finally found my "Soul Food" --Kelli Bond
Reiki for Jaw Pain (Story from http://sonjasreiki.tripod.com)
"I wanted to share with you my latest Reiki experiences. Yesterday evening I was working
with the woman who I treated for headaches. She had told me the other day that she
had no further headaches since the last treatment.
Anyway, yesterday she had jaw pain that was so severe she had gotten one of the
doctors to write her a prescription for a narcotic pain reliever. I suggested that I give her
a treatment before she left. I just worked on her jaw and throat area, and swept her
aura. When she stood up she said "nothing". At first I thought she meant that the
treatment had no effect. Then she told me the pain was completely gone, and she could
open and close her jaw normally. (All without the aid of the narcotics!)"
Help from Reiki (Story from http://www.reikikauai.com)
I was first introduced to Reiki two years ago by close friends. My husband was fighting
LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE and we were exploring a variety of healing modalities in
particular because there is no cure or treatment for the illness and it is degenerative and
terminal in nature. Our friends gave my husband Reiki treatments and he experienced
overall relaxation from his muscle contractions and an increase in ENERGY as a result.
As a full-time caregiver for my husband the last three years, I experienced considerable
fatigue and learned the importance of taking care of oneself. I explored Reiki healing
treatments and completed First Degree training and I have recognized many therapeutic
benefits from self-treatments and treatments received by other Reiki Practitioners. In
particular, I have experienced LESS ACHES and PAINS from a BACK INJURY which has
been troublesome over the last few years. Also, I have an increase in ENERGY with
more MENTAL CLARITY, BETTER CONCENTRATION and LESS PHYSICAL STRESS
- Sheila Christianson
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2. Requests for Long Distance Healing:
Requests for Long Distance Healing:
When there are several requests, in our small way, we can participate by adding each
individual to our prayer list or to send long distance Reiki. Please consider printing out
these requests so you can remember these people over this next month.
If you make a request for long distance healing, it would be helpful if you could provide
us with some feedback on how the person is doing after a period of time.Remember if
there are multiple requests, you can use the stack method of sending long distance
Reiki. One suggestion would be: When time permits-- send long distance Reiki for one
specific request, then add that request to an on-going list or stack that receives
unlimited Reiki.
Level I Practitioners:
You can participate in the Long Distance Requests by adding the individuals to your
prayer list or send positive thoughts and intentions.
Prayers for Transtion from Susan
On Nov 12, our dear friend and teacher Slim Spurling passed. Please send prayers
to his wife Katarina and to Slim that he may continue to assist us in the work of healing
the environment from where he is.
Request from Karen S.
Please put my parents on the LDR list:
John and Anna Kulasa, Michigan. They are in their 90’s and are having multiple health
issues – kidney, gastro, heart, memory. I would appreciate any help in making them
more comfortable. Thanks. Karen
Request from Pam FR
Please continue to send LDR for my mum who hashave been on the long distance list
for some time.Doris Smith, of Perkasie suffers terribly with osteo-arthritis and peripheral
vascular disease, to the point where she cannot walk for the pain.
This section will be updated as requests come in, if you have a request for
Long Distance Reiki, email it to seedsforchange@comcast.net, title the request
Long Distance Reiki
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3. Q & A
QUESTION:
I have heard there of various different types of Reiki, what is the difference between
them?
ANSWER:
In essence, they all use the same energy for treatments. Hand positions and techniques
tend to change and there are either more or less methods that can be used. One
method is not superior to any other... it is up to the individual to decide which method
suits them the best. Research each of the types and then try to follow your instinct on
which you would like to specialise on.
QUESTION:
If I am giving someone a Reiki session and they say they don't feel anything, does this
mean the energy is not working?
ANSWER:
Reiki works on a subtle energetic level and some individuals are unable to experience it
at a conscious level. This does not mean that the energy is not working. However, it is
very unusual for a person receiving a full Reiki treatment not to feel relaxed. Perhaps
the important point to note here is that it is important for neither the practitioner nor the
individual receiving Reiki to get too attached to the outcome of a treatment. You are
simply there to make the energy available to them. It is their system that determines how
receptive they will be to Reiki and how they will experience the energy.
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4. What's New?
New Center Location 158 Green Street, Silverdale, PA 18963
We are in full swing now at our new location, even though we have a few remaining
details to add into the decor...I like to think of it as a work in progress...but regardless, it
is a warm, wonderfully homey environment. We hope you will get a chance to stop by for
a class, workshop or session. All hours are by appointment.
Add Them to Your Holiday Card List
A Recovering American Solider/Sailor/Airman
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC, 20307-5001
Some Upcoming Classes/Events You May Be Interested In
Daytime Reiki Share January 2, 2008 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tarot Reading with Ernest Torres Saturday January 17, 2008
Metaphysical Studies Class Wednesday, January 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Open House Sunday, January 20, 2008 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Afternoon Reiki Share & Forum Sunday, January 20, 2008 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Insight Through Tarot Workshop Wednesdays: 10 Week Program March 5 - May 7,
2008 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
See Section 10 below for Reiki Classes:
Level I: Offered Monthly
Level II: Offered in Nov and February
Level III: Master Practitioner Apprenticeship Program
Level III: Master Teacher Apprenticeship Program
Newsletter Help
Because of the time consuming nature required each month to put together this
newsletter as well as the main one for this site, I am looking for some volunteers who
may be interesting in contributing some time to help keep this up and running. Please
email me if you help!
A big Thank You to Kim Ok for offering her support. Kim will be providing website
recommendations and some book reviews to include in the newsletter!
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5. Interesting Websites:
http://www.reiki.org/
For those who are new to receiving this newsletter, here is a good site to access.
This is William Rand’s website which has a great deal of information about Reiki.
http://www.orindaben.com
A comprehensive website of information for those on the spiritual path..
Reiki Support for Cancer Patients
This passage is from a paper Pamela Miles wrote on Reiki to support cancer patients
that is published in the current issue of the peer-reviewed, indexed medical journal
Advances in Mind-Body Medicine. The article is available online, and will download when
you click "Reiki for Support of Cancer Patients" on the journal's cover.
The Spiritual Freedom Library
This is a subdivision of the Soil and Health Library...This website provides a large
number of free e-books available for immediate download. The books are mainly about
holistic agriculture, holistic health and self-sufficient homestead living. There are
secondary collections about social criticism and transformational psychology. No fees
are collected for this service
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6. Recommendations:
Author and energy practitioner, Donna Eden, showing some helpful techniques
Video: The Crown Pull
The Crown Pull...helps to clear the mind and get the cerebral spinal fluid moving
Video: The Cross Crawl
The Cross Crawl...For full functioning, energy and information must flow naturally in a
contralateral or cross-over pattern, i.e., from left brain to right-body, from right brain
to left-body, weaving unhindered from side to side.
When you've been in a stationary position for a while, your body's energy flow may
shift temporarily to a HOMOLATERAL energy-flow pattern. The cross crawl corrects
this
Books
Here is a recommendation from Kim Ok who is helping out with the newsletter:
Creating Money-Keys to Abundance
Author: Sanaya Roman and Duane Packer
ISBN #0-915811-09-X 51295.
"This step-by-step guide to creating money and abundance was given to Sanaya and
Duane by their guides, Orin and DaBen. These wise and gentle spirit teachers have
successfully helped thousands to manifest prosperity and create their life's work using
the simple processes contained in this book. See immediate results in your life when you
learn to: follow the spiritual laws of money and abundance, develop unlimited thinking,
listen to your inner guidance, use advanced manifesting techniques, create your life's
work, transform your beliefs ,magnetize and draw to you what you want.
Abundance is your natural state. As you use the information in this book, you will learn
how to let money flow readily into your life while doing what you love. These
easy-to-learn techniques,positive affirmations, and exercises will help you create rapid
changes in your prosperity and lead you to mastery over your life. You do not have to
work hard to have abundance.You can learn to work with the energy to easily create
what you want. Begin today to strenghen your link to the unlimited abundance of the
universe."
Earth Angels
Author: Doreen Virtue
ISBN 1-4019-0048-8
"In this fascinating book, Dr. Doreen Virtue helps you understand how your
spiritual-realm origin has affected your life's mission, personality, relationships, helath
and even your looks. She'll also teach you how to feel better about yourself and all
aspects of your life." Take the short test and find out whether you are an incarnated
angel, elemental, a starperson, a walk-in or a wise one.
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7. Working with Others:
Here is an interesting article I found quite awhile back and stashed it in a
drawer..as I was straightening through my office area I stumbled upon it...
it does not have a source identifying where it came from...from what I can
remember I think I picked it up at a health food store, but I'm not sure.. I looked
up Dr TIlden on the web and have listed some sites for anyone interested in reading
more about this topic.. Susan
The Seven Stages of Disease
To fully understand the all-importance of a restoration of high Nerve Energy in our lives,
let us examine what happens when we drain- rather than restore-Nerve Energy. Dr. J.H.
Tilden's revolutionary writing in the 1930's best explained what happens when "energy
leaks" leave us enervated. Following is a summary of his work:
Stage 1: Enervation
Nerve Energy is so reduced or exhausted that all normal bodily functions are greatly
impaired, especially the elimination of endogenous and exogenous poisons. Stage 1
thus begins the progressive and chronic process of "Toxemia Toleration" that continues
through all of the following stages. The Toxic Sufferer does not feel his "normal self". He
feels either stimulated or depressed by the poisonous overload.
Stage 2: Toxemia
Nerve Energy is too low to eliminate metabolic wastes and ingested poisons. These toxic
substances begin to saturate first the bloodstream and lymphatic fluids and then the
cells themselves. The Toxic Sufferer feels inordinately tired, run-down, and "out-of-it".
Stage 3: Irritation
Toxic build-up with the blood and lymph and tissues continues. The cells/tissues where
build-up occurs are irritated by the toxic nature of the waste, resulting in a low-grade
inflammation. The Toxic Sufferer can feel exhausted, queasy, irritable, itchy- even
irrational and hostile. During these first 3 stages, if the Toxic Sufferer does consult a
medical doctor about the reason for his low energy and irritability, the doctor tells him:
"There is nothing wrong with you. These symptoms are "all in your head". You are
perfectly healthy!"
Stage 4: Inflammation
The low-grade, chronic inflammation from Stage 3 is leading to the death of cells. AN
area or organ where toxicants have amassed next becomes fully inflamed. The Toxic
Sufferer experiences actual pain, along with pathological symptoms at this point. With
the appearance of these symptoms, the medical doctor can finally give the sufferer's
complaint a name. Traditionally, medical scientists have named many of the 20,000
distinctly different diseases after the site where the toxins have accumulated and
precipitated their symptoms. Once the set of symptoms is conveniently named, the
doctor can mechanically prescribe the "antidote" from his Physician's Desk Reference or
from his memorized medical/pharmaceutical repertoire. Standard medical doctors thus
commence drugging and treating at this stage.
Stage 5: Ulceration
Tissues are destroyed. The body ulcerates, forming an outlet for the poisonous
build-up. The Toxic Sufferer experiences a multiplication and worsening of symptoms
while the pain intensifies. Standard medical doctors typically continue drugging and
often commence with surgery and other forms of more radical and questionable
treatment at this stage.
Stage 6: Induration
Induration is the result of long-standing, chronic inflammation with bouts of acute
inflammation interspersed. The chronic inflammation causes an impairment or
sluggishness of circulation: and because some cells succumb, they are replaced with
scar tissue. This is the way we lose good, normal-functioning cells-by chronic
inflammation and death of cells. Toxins may or may not be encapsulated in a tumor, sac,
wen, or polyp. The Toxic Sufferer endures even more physical pain, which is intensified
by the emotional distress of realizing that he is only getting worse, regardless of his
earnest, obedient, even heroic attempts to get well. Standard medical doctors continue
with both drugging and surgery and all other kinds of modalities deemed appropriate,
both conventional and experimental. (Induration means hardening or scarring of tissues.)
Stage 7: Irreversible Degeneration and/or Fungation (cancer)
Cellular integrity is destroyed through their disorganization and/or cancerous
proliferation. Tissues, organs, and whole systems lose their ability to function normally.
Biochemical and morphological changes from the depositing of Endogenous and
Exogenous Toxins bring about degenerations and death at the cellular level. The Toxic
Sufferer is a "pathological mess" his is on his deathbed. Standard medical doctors
declare at this stage: "There is no hope left. You have just so much longer to live. You
need to make preparations accordingly." Failure of vital organs eventually results in
death.
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Some websited I have found related to Dr. Tilden's work...Susan
Toxemia Explained
John Tilden, MD...Natural Healer
Dr. J.H. Tilden's Health Epigrams
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8. Reiki Shares:
Seeds for Change will be hosting Reiki Shares at our new location
158 Green Street, Silverdale, PA
Reiki Shares:
Daytime Share: 1st Wednesday of the month....9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Evening Share: 3rd Sunday of the month...when I do not have ministry obligations.
This is a combined share and social gathering. The share begins at
3:00 PM and will run to 5:00 PM. This will be followed by a
Practitioner's Forum, from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. We ask each participant
to bring a light snack/refreshment to share with the group. Group
discussion, questions, ideas, etc will be shared informally as we
gather together in kindred spirit together.
All Level Reiki Practitioners are invited to attend.
Although there is no set charge, we are asking that those participating make a small
donation to help offset our operating costs. Suggested Donation: $5.00
Share Dates: No December Share
Daytime: 1st Wednesday of Each Month
Jan 2, 2008
Feb 6, 2008
March 5, 2008
April 2, 2008
Evening: Jan 20, 2008
February 17, 2008
March 16, 2008
April 20, 2008
Please email me to let me know you plan to attend
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9. Tips & Tidbits:
60 Ways to Heal Your Life… From Lynda Field’s book
Each month one of Lynda’s suggestion is included:
Suggestion 23: Believe That You Deserve the Best
I have met many people who have been using positive affirmations and creative
visualization techniques who say that they have reached a point when they feel
"stuck" and that the affirmations just don't seem to be working any more. If this happens
to you, always look at your beliefs about desirability. If you don't believe that you
deserve the best then you will not allow good things into your life.
EXERCISE: DESERVING
1. What do you deserve?
Do you think that your deserve to fulfil your dreams?
Do you deserve the best that life has to offer?
Do you believe that you don't deserve very much or, in fact, that you deserve nothing
at all?
2. Why are you a deserving person? or Why are you not a deserving person?
Answer the question you think applies to you.
Examine closely your beliefs about what you think you deserve. Where have these
beliefs come from? What did your parents say about what your deserved? Did you
deserve a clip around the ear or a good telling off? what did your parents think that they
deserved? Did they feel that they deserved the good things in life? Perhaps they
were disappointed by life; maybe they felt that they didn't get what they deserved. Think
about all the "deserving" messages you may have received, whether spoken to you or
picked up in more subtle ways.
AFFIRMATION: I deserve the best in life.
Repeat this affirmation over and over. Say it in the car, sing it in the shower, look in the
mirror and say it. Say it enough times and it will start to take the place of any non-
deserving messages you may have circling around your mind. Believe that you deserve
the best and you will get it!
Next Month: Suggestion 24: Accentuate the Positive, Eliminate the Negative
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ENERGY ENHANCERS
To function optimally in this whirlwind world, you may need some help from
supplements...all are available in heath-food stores.
Alpha-lipoic acid
This nutrient increases levels of STP (adenosine triphosphate) the chemical form of
energy in the body's cells. Research on people with congential defects in energy
production have confirmed its anti-fatigue effects. Food Sources: beef and spinach.
Dosage: 50-300mg daily
B-complex
Many of the B vitamins help burn food for energy. When their levels are low, energy
production may be impaired. Food Sources: Dark leafy green vegetables, eggs, red
meats, poultry, nuts, brown rice. Dosage: B-complex supplement containing at least 25
mg of the major B vitamins.
Carnitine
This nutrient helps burn fat for energy. A study of 28 patients with CFS found that
carnitine supplements benefited nearly all of them after just 2 months. Food Sources:
beef and dark chicken. Dosage: 2000-3000mg daily.
Coenzyme Q10
Like carnitine, CoQ10 is essential for ATP production. In a recent study, it was found
that CoQ10 increased energy levels in octogenarians. Food Sources: beef particularly
organ meats. Dosage: 100-300mg daily.
Lysine
This amino acid inhibits viral activity, which is important becasue infection with Epstein-
Barr is commonly involved in CFS. Food Sources: Chicken, fish, eggs, red meat Dosage:
500- 1000mg daily.
Milk Thistle
The herb and its silymarin extract improe liver function, which in turn assists the body in
coping with stress. In one study using silymarin in people with hepatiitis C, as their liver
function improved, their fatigue lessened. Food Sources: none Dosage: varies among
products so follow label directions.
NADH
Short for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide with an extra hydrogen molecule. NADH was
shown to boost energy levels in a Georgetown University Medical School study of 26
patients with CFS. Food SOurces: Red meat. Dosage 5-20mg daily.
Vitamin C
A recent study found that about 30% of apparently healthy patients lacked adequate
vitamin C, a condition that can result in fatigue and lowered immunity. Food SOurces:
citrus fruits, berries, broccoli, and cauliflower. Dosage: 1000mg or more daily
ZInc
Zinc competes against copper, an esential nutrient that in excess can casue fatigue.
Avoid cookwar, water piper (in old houses) and intrauterine birth control devices (IUD's )
made with copper. Food Sources: poultry, red and game meats, eggs, pumpkin seeds.
Dosage: 25mg daily.
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10. Miscellaneous:
Upcoming Reiki Classes:
Reiki Level 1 Class:
Tuesday Evenings: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM No December Class, next class is
January 8- January 29 2008
Reiki Level II Class: 2 February Class Sessions Offered
February 6 -27, 2008 Wednesday Evenings...6:30 PM - 9:30 PM or
February 7 - 28, 2008 Thursday Evenings...6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
I am also available to teach one-on one classes.
Need a different time slot to take a Reiki Level I or LEvel II class?
Other times available that work mutually for all.
Reiki Practitioners Looking For a Trade:
For those not available to attend the Reiki Shares that are scheduled but
are interested in doing a trade for Reiki or another healing modality, send
me an email. I will send out a private email to those who have taken our
classes listing the individuals interested in doing trades. You will then
set up appointments on your own.
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Keep up with your daily self-treatments and think about
submitting your thoughts, ideas, experiences or suggestions
to next month's newsletter.
Make it an awesome month!
Namaste,
Susan Anderson
Note: Because of the time consuming nature required each month to put
together this newsletter as well as the main one for this site, I am looking
for some volunteers who may be interesting in contributing some time to
help keep this up and running. Please email me if you help!
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