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Happy Valentine’s Day, animal lovers! While this holiday is often thought of in terms of romantic love, I’d like to celebrate it this year by reflecting on the ways our practice with animals and Reiki helps us experience the truest and most beautiful kind of love each and every day! Here are five of my favorite quotes that help illustrate how Animal Reiki is love! “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” ― Lao Tzu In

One of the most common questions people ask me is, “How do animals ask for Reiki?” To answer this question, I often shape my responses around signs of relaxation and connection. For example, I might tell a story about how a fearful animal climbed into my lap during a Reiki session. Or the way a horse grazed near me, occasionally reaching out and touching my hands with his muzzle.  Other animals may not come close, but relax nearby, their breathing becoming slow and easy. Or,

Learn what Animal Reiki is, how it differs from human Reiki, and why listening and animal choice are the foundation of ethical animal energy healing. What if the most powerful way to support animals was not through effort, intention, or doing, but through listening? When people ask what is Animal Reiki , they are often searching for a technique or method of animal energy healing.  Yet at its heart, the true Animal Reiki meaning  is far more subtle and profound. Animal Reiki i

In Animal Reiki, the power of reflection is not about judgment or self-critique; it is about awakening awareness to how far we have come and what we have learned along the way.  Just as the animals guide us through presence, stillness, and acceptance, reflection allows us to see our inner landscape with clarity and compassion. Through each breath, each shared meditation, and each moment of quiet connection, we are shaped by the lessons that animals and nature so generously of

As we step into November, our theme of inviting joy feels like a gentle light guiding us toward gratitude, peace, and connection. “The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” — Thich Nhat Hanh Joy can sometimes feel elusive in a world that’s heavy with stress, suffering, and uncertainty, and yet, as Thich Nhat Hanh reminds us, joy is already here, present and waiting. We only need to be attentive to see it. In the Let Animals L

Does the idea of a like-hearted Animal Reiki community call to you? At first glance, Animal Reiki as a practice may seem to be a practice...

What does it mean to empower patience? Patience is more than just waiting—it is a practice of love, presence, and trust. In our busy...

In our journey as Animal Reiki practitioners, there is a deep wisdom we are often invited into—the practice of spiritual surrender. How?...

If you live with compassion, you have probably felt overwhelmed by the suffering of animals—and at the same time maybe even unsure how to...

Do you feel called to begin finding your voice for animals? Have you ever felt something stir inside you when an animal looked into your...

Your meditation practice is transformative—and there’s more than one type you can use to connect with animals on an even deeper level....

In the Let Animals Lead® method of Animal Reiki, we learn that true healing is not about fixing what is broken—it’s about seeing with the...

How does embracing peace really impact your life—and the lives of the beings around you? "A crust eaten in peace is better than a banquet...

Strengthening self-trust is essential for navigating life’s journey of healing, yet it often feels difficult to do. We can face internal...

In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, finding moments of stillness can feel like an elusive dream. Yet, stillness holds immense power—a...

As we look toward a new year, we invite you to embark on a profound journey of healing and growth in 2025 with our Animal Reiki programs...

Understanding and following Animal Reiki ethics fortifies a safe and peaceful practice. It reminds us of the important values in the...

In the world of holistic healing, Animal Reiki affirmations can create a powerful synergy for both you and your animal companions. While...

In the quiet communion of energy between us and our animal companions, animals teach us so much—and their profound wisdom is revealed....

Have you ever thought about how your Animal Reiki practice can better the world around you? “Bless the world with your mind, heal the...