Let Animals Lead® Blog
September Animal Reiki Classes
There’s nothing like spending time with my dog at the beach. It helps me feel that the world is normal again. Without all my travels to mark the time passing this summer, I can hardly believe it’s almost Fall! As we begin September, we’ll start with a very special Animal…
Bright Dreams and Smoky Sunsets
It’s been tough lately, friends, I’ll admit it. Northern California has been suffering from the most devastating fires. Our ancient and beautiful forests and all the animals within are being lost, and so many of my students, friends and even some family members have been impacted. The air has been…
Replacing Dominance with Gentleness in Our Relationship with Animals
Thanks for being with me today! I miss visiting my favorite animal sanctuaries and rescues around the world! Today I want to take time to honor the work of Catskill Animal Sanctuary (CAS) in upstate New York. My first visit there was in June of 2018, and the staff wasn’t…
Transforming Pity into Compassion Through Animal Reiki
So happy you’re here, animal lover! Today I want to share some food for thought about how powerful our state of mind can be when sharing Animal Reiki with shelter animals. This comes from my book 5 Powerful Meditations to Help Heal Your Animals: True lasting healing is about peace…
Something Brand New, Just For You!
I’m so excited you’re here, friends! I (and my small but amazing, dedicated team) have been working for several months on something just for you, my dear students. It’s something special to help support you and your animals at home during these uncertain times: Announcing the official launch of my Animal…
From Fearful to Fearless: The Healing Power of Metta Meditation During Cancer Treatment
Originally published on the Levekunst blog, this article illuminates one of my life experiences that inspired the 4th Pillar of the Let Animals Lead® philosophy: “Teaches meditation as the way of compassion.” My meditation practice deepened and changed immensely during the time of my breast cancer treatment. I’m so grateful…
Taking back your power… with the help of Animal Reiki
The Japanese have a tradition of fixing broken pottery by repairing the cracks with gold, called Kintsugi.This helps remind us to embrace our flaws and imperfections and see the difficulties we’ve survived in our journey as those things that make us beautiful.Today I want to remind those of you struggling with…
COVID-19 Health and Safety Tips for Animal Reiki Practitioners
Stay safe: use social distancing practices and stay outside when possible. Be an example: wear a mask. Meditate with your animals every day. Support others through distant healing and online shares. Take time in nature and eat healthy! The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the lives of people (and subsequently, their…
Book Release: The Let Animals Lead® Method of Animal Reiki Meditation Journal
As I send this book out into the world with my heartfelt wish to ease suffering and bring comfort to animals and their people, I want to take a moment to thank you.Whether you’re new to the Let Animals Lead® method, or if you’ve been a student and friend since…