When Fear Surfaces, Healing and Care for Ourselves
I want to begin this Letter by thanking everyone who reached out after my last newsletter about the tragic death of Renee Nicole Good. Many of you wrote to express solidarity…
Merry Catmas Gifts and a New Year for Your Soul
At this tender, luminous time of year—when the days grow quiet and the nights invite us inward—I wanted to offer something from the heart to thank you for your presence,…
From Reiki to the Wild: Healing, Shamanism, and Animal Wisdom
I recently joined Enlightened Connections for a heartfelt conversation exploring the intersection of Reiki, shamanism, and animal wisdom. Together we explore decades of experiences with animals—beloved companions and powerful ambassadors…
Cat Wisdom, ReikiShamanic Seasonal Support, and a Call for Help
As the days shorten and the light grows softer, autumn reminds us that change is never still; it is constantly unfolding. The turning of the season can bring both beauty…
From Stubborn Birds to Sacred Rhythms
Life is never dull at the Wild Reiki Spa, and just because I can communicate with other species, it does not mean that they will do what I ask. I…
When a Marmoset meets a Prayer Stick: finding balancing in chaotic times
From Zoo Encounters to Sacred Rhythms and Reiki, ways to reconnect, replenish, and restore wonder In late August, I was finally able to pay a visit to the Zoo Animal…
When Coyote Calls and Wind Answers 08-31-2025 Newsletter
Recently, I was thrilled to hear a Coyote less than a block away conversing in yips with its partner. At first, I wondered if it might be a dog. Listening…
Let Freedom Sing this 4th of July
Today may feel like a day of mourning following the passage of the Big Ugly Bill, and I acknowledge that we need to navigate those stages of grief. I would…
Answering the Call: Healing Ourselves and the World
I’m not here to convince anyone who still doesn’t believe in climate change. If you won’t listen to the 97% of actively publishing scientists who agree that humans are causing global warming…
Reiki is my light in the darkness
When someone asks me “What is Reiki?” I sometimes hesitate. Because the real answer isn’t just: "A non-invasive form of energy healing that balances the body physically, mentally, emotionally, and…
