The Act of Laying Hands on the human or animal body to comfort and relieve pain is as old as instinct. From kissing it to make it better, placing a hand on an ill child's forehead, to an animal licking their wounds, the first thing most people or animals do when experiencing pain ito to touch it.

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When you search 'healing touch' or 'healing energy' on the internet, the results for each is nearly 1.5 million! There are many forms, styles, programs and processes taught and utilized throughout the world, with some dating back thousands of years. The ancient art of energy healing has evolved into a respected therapy process and is used in a wide variety of settings including hospitals, long term care facilities, private practices, hospices and spas.

Touch or energy therapy (including non-touch) assists in balancing your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. It is safe for all ages and works in harmony with standard medical care. Benefits may include:

• Reduce stress, calm anxiety or depression
• Decrease pain
• Strengthen the immune system
• Enhance recovery from surgery
• Deepen spiritual connection
• Support cancer cancer care
• Create a sense of well-being
• And much, much more.

Reiki is a Japanese term. A more literal translation for Rei is the natural spirit, the holy or the gift. Ki is translated as vital energy or feeling. The translation that has developed over time is The Universal Life Force or Energy. Reiki is the act of laying hands on the human or animal body to comfort and relieve pain. The human touch conveys warmth, serenity and healing, as well as conveys caring and love. This simple act is the basis of all touch healing techniques and energy techniques.

The process of attunements is what sets Reiki apart from other forms of touch and non-touch healing, including the laying on of hands. The person who is attuned as a Reiki healer has had their body's energy channels opened and cleared of obstructions by the Reiki attunement. along with the increased energy received for their healing, a connection to the source of all universal Ki is created. The receiver of a Reiki attunement is give a divine gift that forever changes their life in every positive way.

Services Offered:
* Reiki Energy Balancing & Healing
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Classes Offered:
* Reiki - Levels I & II

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I would like to take a moment to share my recent experience with Tina Marie Carr.  I feel blessed to have been in her loving care in a Reiki session this past May.  The healing warmth that emanated from her presence and touch impacted me physically, emotionally and spiritually.

It was interesting in our conversation that followed just how very connected we were in certain energies of the body.  The experience has certainly broadened my scope of how the power of healing energy and love transforms.

I believe that Tina has tapped into her gift of the Spirit and this will continue to enrich her life and all those she touches.
With peace, joy and love, Linda

Disclaimer: Reiki is not meant to replace orthodox medicine but merely to complement it. Reiki practitioners do not diagnose diseases, prescribe any drugs/substances or make any health claims or promises.

A Journey of Divine Light & Love...

Are you blessed to have a friend whom you trust completely with your life?  I hope so, because that is an amazing blessing.

A few years ago, upon her return from Sedona, my friend said, “You’ve got to go with me this fall.  This is a place you just have to experience!”  She shared enough, but not too much, because it was very important to her that my experience be just that - mine. It was a Reiki massage in particular, which brought her such a sense of peace that had her so excited.  Without hesitation, I said, “I’m in!” 

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My friend is very gifted in the planning of trips so they are affordable and adventurous, as well as bringing together just the right mix of personalities.  It would be a trip for four women, with three of us knowing very little about each other.  I could hardly wait!

Within minutes of getting off the plane, we were hiking and rock climbing.  Did I mention she is awesome at getting people “outside their box” too?  It was exhilarating, beautiful and a little scary at times, however I loved every minute of it.  We wound down the day, sharing scrumptious fine foods, a little wine, candid conversation and lots of laughs.  What a spectacular day! 

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The second day there were more trails to blaze and rocks to climb.  It was also the day of my Reiki session.  Now you probably think that I’d do a little research prior to going, right?  Nope.  She said, “Trust me” and I did - completely. All I knew was it didn’t involve the massaging of muscles, only laying on of hands.  Wholeheartedly, I embraced the opportunity with an open mind and excited anticipation. 

As soon as I met Pat, the Reiki Master, I was comfortable and at ease.  We chatted for a while about “me”, my past, and hopes or dreams for the future.  She was insightful, kind and

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Moving to the massage table, I stretched out on my back and closed my eyes, relaxing into each breath.  Pat gently swept her hands above my body, from head to toe, clearing my aura.  Step by step, as the session proceeded, she suggested visuals to help guide me through the journey.  Imagining shackles as a symbol for the pains of the past, then shattering them and setting me free; breathing deeply and with every exhale seeing the darkness of hurtfulness leaving my body through every pore as black smoke, watching it dissipate into the sky; drawing the light in through the crown of my head, into my heart and down through my entire body.  There were times when she gently placed her hands on me and other times she held them just above me.  I was completely relaxed, as if floating. My body seemed boundary less.  But the most memorable moment was when she stood above my head, cradling it in her hands, and asked me to visualize myself in the arms of God.  I don’t know what came over me.  I began to weep.  I had never, ever felt as I did at that moment.  It was incredible.  Pat reminded me I am and was never alone; God was and is always with me.  With every breath, calmness returned.  Peace, hope and love filled me.  I felt so safe and alive.  It wasn’t over though.  As Pat skillfully transitioned the session toward its conclusion, she invited me to visualize myself growing wings.  Beautiful, full, white wings, expanding them outward, gathering in the light, then wrapping my wings around me, embracing me with the same love that God embraces me. 

WOW!  There really are no words to describe how I was feeling.  Joining my friend who was anxiously waiting for me in the outer room, I smiled and wept saying “Thank you -Thank you for bringing me to Pat and Sedona.”  The three of us wept in joy together.  My life has changed in so many wonderful ways since I placed myself in the arms of God.

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Although Reiki experiences are different for everyone, they are all, nonetheless, a journey of peace, love and prayer.  There are no right or wrong experiences.  It is simply who we are, embracing the freedoms of our individuality.  All is good!

Here’s to us as individuals.  May we trust in ourselves as children of God, grow from our experiences and become wiser, kinder, more forgiving and loving each day.