20 March 2008 - Junko Lowry Listen to this showReiki has entered people's lives in the right moment to ignite the spiritual journey or to enrich the spiritual life of others. Junko Lowry found Reiki in 2000. These are her words, "The meditation practice is one that occurs from inside out. Reiki has the opposite flow - outside in, then out if we are treating others. I was initiated in Reiki precisely because of this outgoing flow. I was born a healer, but I used to get sick, even when I hugged a needy person. To make sure nothing enters me, I chose reiki as a healing practice. Reiki is also a spiritual practice. Its fundamental understanding is that "I'm not doing it." This concept of "non- doership", I believe, is what makes reiki a spiritual practice. It requires that we relinguish "control" and trust in the higher power to do the healing work." Even though she was born in a Zen temple in Japan, Junko is not a Buddhist. She now walks the path of Siddha Yoga Meditation as well as her journey in Reiki.
13 March 2008 - Roger Weston Listen to this showRoger has been actively practicing Reiki since he took the level 1 class in 1991, in his home city of Perth, Australia. As he proceeded through the levels of initiation, he and I came into contact when I was visiting and teaching in Perth. We had some lively discussions about Reiki, the connection of money and spirituality, and his devotional study with Sai Baba. Over the years, Roger has deeply explored his path as a master and has been instrumental in setting up teaching standards in Western Australia. He is a founding member of Reiki Association Inc., a West Australian based, professional organization actively promoting excellence in Reiki practice as well as the Reiki Practitioners' Council of Western Australia founded to develop cooperation between Reiki groups in West Australia. His life path has been full of adventures that now he is putting to use in his community. An articulate speaker....we had a great time recording this interview.
6 March 2008 - Jean Ferris Listen to this showSpiritual practice is a multi-faceted subject. Jean brings to this subject many of these facets all in one! Her life has been steeped in studying with renown teachers of various Spiritual paths. Siddha Yoga and Reiki came into her life in 1985 in Hawaii and has created a foundation that supports her and inspires others around her. She has over 40 years of combined clinical practice as a physical therapist and as a Reiki practitioner. I find her way of being is a vehicle for an in depth study of spirit and spiritual practices. Her spiritual journey allows her to sit in the place of witness in treatment and mastery. We have the chance to listen to her this week as well as in the coming months when the theme of the interviews turns to "Hands-on Treatment, the Form and the Practice."
28 February 2008 - Paul Mitchell Listen to this showPaul Mitchell met Hawayo Takata and Reiki in the San Francisco Bay area where he was living in the late 1970's. He was catapulted into Reiki Mastery in 1979 and has been a committed master in the global community since this time. Paul and I have worked together in many different seminars and in the various ways of serving the world wide Reiki community. He and I have engaged in a spirited conversation about what a spiritual practice should be, what is the meaning of the word spiritual and does this apply to this practice of Reiki, and many other defining questions. This is an opportunity for the both of us to share this conversation with the listeners...as I am sure we cover many of the questions that you have also!
21 February 2008 - Roger "Raj" Elsinger Listen to this showI asked Roger to come on the show and speak of his experience of Spirituality. His lifetime has been full of adventures. Here are some of his words: "...one of my earliest memories, from about the age of five in a very real sense, says it all: '.... I walked down the sloping Dakota farm barnyard, kicking dried cow turds and saying out loud to myself 'Why do things have to BE this way?' That question propelled me through ten years of Catholic seminary, five years of parish work as a priest, a year as a bush pilot for missionaries among the Tarahumara in Northern Mexico, as well as years of practice centered on revivals of Hindu, Buddhist, theosophical cosmologies. However, my real "training" in what I now see as "spirituality" has come from the determined presence of three wonderful women in my life!" We are going to explore his passion of his path that went from a polarized view of the world to one of intimate integration. Stay tuned!
14 February 2008 - Olivia Salazar Listen to this showOlivia Salazar is a dynamic force in her community. She began her life in California and decided at the age ot 14 to become a nun in order to work in what was then India. She spent over 21 years in East Pakistan/Bangladesh and 5 other Southeast Asian countries. She was involved mainly with people in "poor villages", assisting them to find their own way into to self sufficiency. She moved from Bangladesh and left the religious order, making her way to Germany where she found Reiki. Upon learning Reiki she began a dedicated public practice with her passion for people. Most of her clients are seriously ill and ofte she accompanies them through serious surgical procedures. Many of these clients learn Reiki with her and they encourage their familiy members to do so as well. From my perspective, she has been able to integrate a full life of practical spirituality that is inspiring as well as healing.
7 February 2008 - Rick Bockner Listen to this showThe first time I met Rick was when he came to see Hawayo Takata in a house in the woods of British Columbia, Canada. He wanted to take First Degree, which he did with a friend of his who accompanied him. They are both superb guitarists and played together.....putting my grandmother to sleep each night as I gave her a Reiki treatment. He has since been initiated as a master by Hawayo Takata, raised two daughters, and emerged into the global community at a time when his simple, appreciation for "all living things spirituality" voice was needed. His sharing of his practice, his impressions of his master, and his music all weave a rich and lasting impression.
31 January 2008 - Lynette Kirkman Listen to this showLynette Kirkman came to Reiki in 1985 by Marta Getty who was teaching in Australia. She was initiated as a Master in 1989 by Marta. In her years of practicing Reiki, she has maintained a strong public practice and has played a key role in establishing Reiki Australia, a national organization which has initiated the move towards establishing national standards in Australia for practitioners sharing Reiki in public healthcare and community settings. Ten years ago her personal Reiki practice led to a move from her initial form of practice to another form. This shift in her Reiki life has been done clearly and with great thought. Her shift brings up some questions, "Are all Reiki forms of practice alike? Do they go to the same place inside the student? How to know what is a whim or resistance and what is a calling? Was this a spiritual decision or calling?" Listen in to Lynette's candid and thoughtful responses.
24 January 2008 - Brigitte Mueller Listen to this showBrigitte's story is one of "magical circumstance" or "there are no accidents!" She was ready to receive Reiki when she met, by chance, Mary Mc Fayden, in California shortly after Mary received her mastership from Hawayo Takata. Brigitte went home to Frankfurt, Germany, and began her long and dedicated practice. Reiki had come to Germany! Brigitte began her practice by treating herself and others, inviting Mary to come and teach, organizing the classes and serving as her Interpreter. In two years, she was initiated as a master herself and began her teaching practice which continues until today. As with many masters, she acknowledges Reiki as Divine Love and this has filled her life with angelic presence. She is devoted to her canine companions, Reiki, and angels.
17 January 2008 - Lucia Maria De La Luz Diaz Fernandez Listen to this showA German man took one of the first classes that Brigitte Mueller organized for Mary McFayden. His name was Saman Jürgen Drescher. After becoming a master himself, he was lead to Chile and Luz was in his class! One of the marvelous things to observe is the flow that has guided the practice of Reiki around the world. One of many dedicated students from these early days of Reiki in Chile, Luz has taught in many of the Latin American countries and will share with us her impressions of Reiki, the differences (if any) in how this distinct culture has taken the practice of Reiki for its own. She has also shared her gift for interpretation within the community. Is this a part of her practice of Reiki? How has it affected her personal practice? Did she discover the spiritual aspects of the practice and how does she express this in her life? Listen in for these questions ....and for where ever the flow of Reiki takes us!
10 January 2008 - Inger Droog Listen to this showInger Droog was initiated as a Reiki master by Wanja Twan. She traveled directly to the Netherlands to bring the practice to her home country in 1984. She was asked to come to Belgium in 1985. During this time, Reiki was virtually unknown in Europe and barely known in the United States and Canada. The years have gone by, and as with all of the long time student of Reiki, Inger has been through many phases of her practice and her understanding of "what is Reiki?" Join us for an in depth conversation with a dedicated Master from the times when Hawayo Takata was the only known Reiki Master. Times have changed!
3 January 2008 - Phyllis Furumoto Listen to this showPhyllis will be speaking about her "New Year's Resolutions" and her theme for the year of 2008, the year of the Rat! (The Chinese New Year is February 2, 2008!) The year of the Rat is also associated with the element of Earth, the qualities of diligence, renewal, and persistent forward motion. This is also in numerology a "10" year which is also a "1" year....and therefore a year of Beginnings. I am going to have several guests from around the world call in to talk for a few minutes about their resolutions...specifically about their reiki practice. Call in if you have one to share or you would like to be witnessed by those listening! The number is 1-866-472-5794. May your New Year be filled with sight to see the blessings bestowed!
27 December 2007 - Diane and Britney Ellis Listen to this showGrandmother Diane and granddaughter Britney share their lives together in more ways than the usual one. They have become Reiki students and through this practice have yet another bond. In a world where teenagers tend to be confronted with many pitfalls, Britney's life is supported by the mutual practice of Reiki with Diane. And Reiki assists Diane in keeping up with Britney! Not to mention the practical everyday miracles that abound in a Reiki Way of Life.
20 December 2007- Elsa and Elina van der Heijden Listen to this showElsa, Wim, and Elina van der Heijden are all Reiki Masters, expressing their practice in their own way and having come to mastery in their own path. It seems that their separate but connected paths in their lives and in Reiki are expressed over and over in this interview as "just normal." For many people in the world, being on the path of Reiki is unusual. Being a Reiki Master is a step that is unusual. And having three people in a family of four seems unusual, but not for these three! Each of us in Reiki have our own path and this is a blessing. Having family who share this path is another blessing. Having family and Reiki partners that work together while maintaining autonomy is another blessing. I find this family holding these blessings with great humor and by being "normal!"
13 December 2007 - Valerie Beaumont Listen to this showI met Valerie at the UK Association gathering in October. The instant I met her I wanted to interview her! Her response was "I don't know if I have anything to say!" The stories that she shared during the interview touches a deep core of our humanity. And these situations often raise the question, "What is the right thing to do?" She has made decisions that are courageous and in surrender to the practice of Reiki. Join us and be inspired by her trust and common sense.
22 November 2007 - Gordon Melvin Listen to this showIn my search for interesting Reiki Stories, I have found Gordon Melvin while I was traveling in the UK! His beginnings with Reiki were challenging and gave him a chance to experience following a calling to Reiki, the energy that intrigued him. This is a theme in his life as he followed a calling to become a priest of the Church of England, then to serve as a hospital chaplain, and now in a transition period to teaching the Enneagram, treating people with Reiki, and seeing them in Life Coaching sessions. His stories are wonderfully universal in nature and told with his special sense of humor and style.
6 December 2007 - Peter Coates and Heather Buglear Listen to this showHeather and Peter met while sharing Reiki in their local share group, as they say in the UK! They have gone on to use Reiki extensively in their lives privately and in their business. Peter was inspired one day reading a magazine in the States, while waiting for Heather who was in training for mastership! Peter never went on this path (yet) but has expressed his mastership in the way he has realized his dream of serving others through the media of the internet. The combination of skill, human connection through their practice of Reiki, and their decision making, which has been influenced by their Reiki way of Life, has resulted in a successful love and business relationship. Inspiring!
15 November 2007 - Juergen Kindler Listen to this showIn most of my interviews, I am careful not to have the names of Masters and the form of a Reiki system mentioned. I trust that it allows the speakers to be "Reiki" without the differences of practice or philosophy to be in the way of the listener. In this case, I allowed Juergen to speak of our relationship and his practice. His ecumenical nature, from the very beginning of our conversations 20 years ago, greatly supported my desire to be the same. Juergen has been a steady influence in the German-speaking Reiki community through his open way of being, his publication "The Reiki Magazin" in German, and his seminars and workshops that he facilitates with other masters of other forms of Reiki.
1 November 2007 - Jolanda van Herk Listen to this showJolanda has followed her Reiki path and it lead her to working in the field of Public Integration of Complementary and Alternative Therapies in the Netherlands. Trying to interface between the Medical community and the CAT community was stimulating and sometimes frustrating. She has come out of this experience with great clarity about public practice for Reiki practitioners, what is needed in the Netherlands, and what is a good course of action for any group of Reiki students wishing to take the steps towards a more professional approach when practicing Reiki as a public practitioner.
8 November 2007 - Martin Ouwerkerk Listen to this showThis discussion of What is Reiki? and What happens during an initiation? Is a mind tingler! Martin's language and approach to Reiki shows his perspective of being a Chemist and a researcher. My mind was stimulated as my experiences were spoken through an entirely different language. I was excited for days after the interview! Join us as I try to keep up with Martin, his theories of Reiki, and his nimble mind! Remember that we all have theories! And these are a great place to start exploring the edges of the unknown.
20 March 2008 - Junko Lowry Listen to this showReiki has entered people's lives in the right moment to ignite the spiritual journey or to enrich the spiritual life of others. Junko Lowry found Reiki in 2000. These are her words, "The meditation practice is one that occurs from inside out. Reiki has the opposite flow - outside in, then out if we are treating others. I was initiated in Reiki precisely because of this outgoing flow. I was born a healer, but I used to get sick, even when I hugged a needy person. To make sure nothing enters me, I chose reiki as a healing practice. Reiki is also a spiritual practice. Its fundamental understanding is that "I'm not doing it." This concept of "non- doership", I believe, is what makes reiki a spiritual practice. It requires that we relinguish "control" and trust in the higher power to do the healing work." Even though she was born in a Zen temple in Japan, Junko is not a Buddhist. She now walks the path of Siddha Yoga Meditation as well as her journey in Reiki.
13 March 2008 - Roger Weston Listen to this showRoger has been actively practicing Reiki since he took the level 1 class in 1991, in his home city of Perth, Australia. As he proceeded through the levels of initiation, he and I came into contact when I was visiting and teaching in Perth. We had some lively discussions about Reiki, the connection of money and spirituality, and his devotional study with Sai Baba. Over the years, Roger has deeply explored his path as a master and has been instrumental in setting up teaching standards in Western Australia. He is a founding member of Reiki Association Inc., a West Australian based, professional organization actively promoting excellence in Reiki practice as well as the Reiki Practitioners' Council of Western Australia founded to develop cooperation between Reiki groups in West Australia. His life path has been full of adventures that now he is putting to use in his community. An articulate speaker....we had a great time recording this interview.
6 March 2008 - Jean Ferris Listen to this showSpiritual practice is a multi-faceted subject. Jean brings to this subject many of these facets all in one! Her life has been steeped in studying with renown teachers of various Spiritual paths. Siddha Yoga and Reiki came into her life in 1985 in Hawaii and has created a foundation that supports her and inspires others around her. She has over 40 years of combined clinical practice as a physical therapist and as a Reiki practitioner. I find her way of being is a vehicle for an in depth study of spirit and spiritual practices. Her spiritual journey allows her to sit in the place of witness in treatment and mastery. We have the chance to listen to her this week as well as in the coming months when the theme of the interviews turns to "Hands-on Treatment, the Form and the Practice."
28 February 2008 - Paul Mitchell Listen to this showPaul Mitchell met Hawayo Takata and Reiki in the San Francisco Bay area where he was living in the late 1970's. He was catapulted into Reiki Mastery in 1979 and has been a committed master in the global community since this time. Paul and I have worked together in many different seminars and in the various ways of serving the world wide Reiki community. He and I have engaged in a spirited conversation about what a spiritual practice should be, what is the meaning of the word spiritual and does this apply to this practice of Reiki, and many other defining questions. This is an opportunity for the both of us to share this conversation with the listeners...as I am sure we cover many of the questions that you have also!
21 February 2008 - Roger "Raj" Elsinger Listen to this showI asked Roger to come on the show and speak of his experience of Spirituality. His lifetime has been full of adventures. Here are some of his words: "...one of my earliest memories, from about the age of five in a very real sense, says it all: '.... I walked down the sloping Dakota farm barnyard, kicking dried cow turds and saying out loud to myself 'Why do things have to BE this way?' That question propelled me through ten years of Catholic seminary, five years of parish work as a priest, a year as a bush pilot for missionaries among the Tarahumara in Northern Mexico, as well as years of practice centered on revivals of Hindu, Buddhist, theosophical cosmologies. However, my real "training" in what I now see as "spirituality" has come from the determined presence of three wonderful women in my life!" We are going to explore his passion of his path that went from a polarized view of the world to one of intimate integration. Stay tuned!
14 February 2008 - Olivia Salazar Listen to this showOlivia Salazar is a dynamic force in her community. She began her life in California and decided at the age ot 14 to become a nun in order to work in what was then India. She spent over 21 years in East Pakistan/Bangladesh and 5 other Southeast Asian countries. She was involved mainly with people in "poor villages", assisting them to find their own way into to self sufficiency. She moved from Bangladesh and left the religious order, making her way to Germany where she found Reiki. Upon learning Reiki she began a dedicated public practice with her passion for people. Most of her clients are seriously ill and ofte she accompanies them through serious surgical procedures. Many of these clients learn Reiki with her and they encourage their familiy members to do so as well. From my perspective, she has been able to integrate a full life of practical spirituality that is inspiring as well as healing.
7 February 2008 - Rick Bockner Listen to this showThe first time I met Rick was when he came to see Hawayo Takata in a house in the woods of British Columbia, Canada. He wanted to take First Degree, which he did with a friend of his who accompanied him. They are both superb guitarists and played together.....putting my grandmother to sleep each night as I gave her a Reiki treatment. He has since been initiated as a master by Hawayo Takata, raised two daughters, and emerged into the global community at a time when his simple, appreciation for "all living things spirituality" voice was needed. His sharing of his practice, his impressions of his master, and his music all weave a rich and lasting impression.
31 January 2008 - Lynette Kirkman Listen to this showLynette Kirkman came to Reiki in 1985 by Marta Getty who was teaching in Australia. She was initiated as a Master in 1989 by Marta. In her years of practicing Reiki, she has maintained a strong public practice and has played a key role in establishing Reiki Australia, a national organization which has initiated the move towards establishing national standards in Australia for practitioners sharing Reiki in public healthcare and community settings. Ten years ago her personal Reiki practice led to a move from her initial form of practice to another form. This shift in her Reiki life has been done clearly and with great thought. Her shift brings up some questions, "Are all Reiki forms of practice alike? Do they go to the same place inside the student? How to know what is a whim or resistance and what is a calling? Was this a spiritual decision or calling?" Listen in to Lynette's candid and thoughtful responses.
24 January 2008 - Brigitte Mueller Listen to this showBrigitte's story is one of "magical circumstance" or "there are no accidents!" She was ready to receive Reiki when she met, by chance, Mary Mc Fayden, in California shortly after Mary received her mastership from Hawayo Takata. Brigitte went home to Frankfurt, Germany, and began her long and dedicated practice. Reiki had come to Germany! Brigitte began her practice by treating herself and others, inviting Mary to come and teach, organizing the classes and serving as her Interpreter. In two years, she was initiated as a master herself and began her teaching practice which continues until today. As with many masters, she acknowledges Reiki as Divine Love and this has filled her life with angelic presence. She is devoted to her canine companions, Reiki, and angels.
17 January 2008 - Lucia Maria De La Luz Diaz Fernandez Listen to this showA German man took one of the first classes that Brigitte Mueller organized for Mary McFayden. His name was Saman Jürgen Drescher. After becoming a master himself, he was lead to Chile and Luz was in his class! One of the marvelous things to observe is the flow that has guided the practice of Reiki around the world. One of many dedicated students from these early days of Reiki in Chile, Luz has taught in many of the Latin American countries and will share with us her impressions of Reiki, the differences (if any) in how this distinct culture has taken the practice of Reiki for its own. She has also shared her gift for interpretation within the community. Is this a part of her practice of Reiki? How has it affected her personal practice? Did she discover the spiritual aspects of the practice and how does she express this in her life? Listen in for these questions ....and for where ever the flow of Reiki takes us!
10 January 2008 - Inger Droog Listen to this showInger Droog was initiated as a Reiki master by Wanja Twan. She traveled directly to the Netherlands to bring the practice to her home country in 1984. She was asked to come to Belgium in 1985. During this time, Reiki was virtually unknown in Europe and barely known in the United States and Canada. The years have gone by, and as with all of the long time student of Reiki, Inger has been through many phases of her practice and her understanding of "what is Reiki?" Join us for an in depth conversation with a dedicated Master from the times when Hawayo Takata was the only known Reiki Master. Times have changed!
3 January 2008 - Phyllis Furumoto Listen to this showPhyllis will be speaking about her "New Year's Resolutions" and her theme for the year of 2008, the year of the Rat! (The Chinese New Year is February 2, 2008!) The year of the Rat is also associated with the element of Earth, the qualities of diligence, renewal, and persistent forward motion. This is also in numerology a "10" year which is also a "1" year....and therefore a year of Beginnings. I am going to have several guests from around the world call in to talk for a few minutes about their resolutions...specifically about their reiki practice. Call in if you have one to share or you would like to be witnessed by those listening! The number is 1-866-472-5794. May your New Year be filled with sight to see the blessings bestowed!
27 December 2007 - Diane and Britney Ellis Listen to this showGrandmother Diane and granddaughter Britney share their lives together in more ways than the usual one. They have become Reiki students and through this practice have yet another bond. In a world where teenagers tend to be confronted with many pitfalls, Britney's life is supported by the mutual practice of Reiki with Diane. And Reiki assists Diane in keeping up with Britney! Not to mention the practical everyday miracles that abound in a Reiki Way of Life.
20 December 2007- Elsa and Elina van der Heijden Listen to this showElsa, Wim, and Elina van der Heijden are all Reiki Masters, expressing their practice in their own way and having come to mastery in their own path. It seems that their separate but connected paths in their lives and in Reiki are expressed over and over in this interview as "just normal." For many people in the world, being on the path of Reiki is unusual. Being a Reiki Master is a step that is unusual. And having three people in a family of four seems unusual, but not for these three! Each of us in Reiki have our own path and this is a blessing. Having family who share this path is another blessing. Having family and Reiki partners that work together while maintaining autonomy is another blessing. I find this family holding these blessings with great humor and by being "normal!"
13 December 2007 - Valerie Beaumont Listen to this showI met Valerie at the UK Association gathering in October. The instant I met her I wanted to interview her! Her response was "I don't know if I have anything to say!" The stories that she shared during the interview touches a deep core of our humanity. And these situations often raise the question, "What is the right thing to do?" She has made decisions that are courageous and in surrender to the practice of Reiki. Join us and be inspired by her trust and common sense.
22 November 2007 - Gordon Melvin Listen to this showIn my search for interesting Reiki Stories, I have found Gordon Melvin while I was traveling in the UK! His beginnings with Reiki were challenging and gave him a chance to experience following a calling to Reiki, the energy that intrigued him. This is a theme in his life as he followed a calling to become a priest of the Church of England, then to serve as a hospital chaplain, and now in a transition period to teaching the Enneagram, treating people with Reiki, and seeing them in Life Coaching sessions. His stories are wonderfully universal in nature and told with his special sense of humor and style.
6 December 2007 - Peter Coates and Heather Buglear Listen to this showHeather and Peter met while sharing Reiki in their local share group, as they say in the UK! They have gone on to use Reiki extensively in their lives privately and in their business. Peter was inspired one day reading a magazine in the States, while waiting for Heather who was in training for mastership! Peter never went on this path (yet) but has expressed his mastership in the way he has realized his dream of serving others through the media of the internet. The combination of skill, human connection through their practice of Reiki, and their decision making, which has been influenced by their Reiki way of Life, has resulted in a successful love and business relationship. Inspiring!
8 November 2007 - Martin Ouwerkerk Listen to this showThis discussion of What is Reiki? and What happens during an initiation? Is a mind tingler! Martin's language and approach to Reiki shows his perspective of being a Chemist and a researcher. My mind was stimulated as my experiences were spoken through an entirely different language. I was excited for days after the interview! Join us as I try to keep up with Martin, his theories of Reiki, and his nimble mind! Remember that we all have theories! And these are a great place to start exploring the edges of the unknown.
15 November 2007 - Juergen Kindler Listen to this showIn most of my interviews, I am careful not to have the names of Masters and the form of a Reiki system mentioned. I trust that it allows the speakers to be "Reiki" without the differences of practice or philosophy to be in the way of the listener. In this case, I allowed Juergen to speak of our relationship and his practice. His ecumenical nature, from the very beginning of our conversations 20 years ago, greatly supported my desire to be the same. Juergen has been a steady influence in the German-speaking Reiki community through his open way of being, his publication "The Reiki Magazin" in German, and his seminars and workshops that he facilitates with other masters of other forms of Reiki.
1 November 2007 - Jolanda van Herk Listen to this showJolanda has followed her Reiki path and it lead her to working in the field of Public Integration of Complementary and Alternative Therapies in the Netherlands. Trying to interface between the Medical community and the CAT community was stimulating and sometimes frustrating. She has come out of this experience with great clarity about public practice for Reiki practitioners, what is needed in the Netherlands, and what is a good course of action for any group of Reiki students wishing to take the steps towards a more professional approach when practicing Reiki as a public practitioner.
