Favorite feedback: “When are you coming back?”
We reconnected with our old friend Nikki at the 16th District. With the holidays coming up and the second officer suicide in one month, she knew reiki would be a big help to the officers. We are always happy to help the CPD when invited.
Read MoreFavorite feedback: “If they could give us this once a shift, that would be great!”
We received a call from the Chicago Fire Dept., who heard about the Reiki Brigade from the CPD. “Can you help us?” they asked. We’d love to!
Read MoreGreg was a beloved Reiki Brigade volunteer from 2016 to 2020, when the pandemic put our outreach on hold. He passed away peacefully on November 14, 2022 with family by his side.
Greg LOVED serving veterans, and would drive long distances to do so. His presence was always positive and comforting to all in his midst. He was thoughtful and generous with an ever-present smile and easy laugh. We are very grateful for all he shared with us. We will miss Greg’s physical presence at our events going forward, but know he will be with us in spirit.
Favorite feedback: “I felt like I was talking to and touching God.”
We met up with this organization at their Bike Out Negativity and Street Love events this summer. When Founder and Head Coach Derek tried a session, he knew he had to introduce his team to reiki. He’ll tell you how it went in the video below.
Read MoreFavorite feedback: “I feel like I’m on morphine, without all the side effects.”
Serving our veterans was a new experience for several of our volunteers this past Stand Down. We heard some great war stories and received some incredible feedback. They took it all in.
Read More“I don’t know if I’m trippin’ or what, but it felt like you pulled something out of me.” —Reiki recipient
We store trauma in our bodies energetically, and reiki helps move it out. Sometimes this process is very tangible, to the surprise and delight of the recipient.
Read MoreWe’re always happy to help support the CPD with reiki sessions, even moreso now that stress levels are up and days off are down. Thanks to the 8th for inviting the Reiki Brigade back to serve those who serve.
Favorite feedback: “That was great!”
Read MoreArrupe College is Loyola University’s sister campus. We were happy to help spread some reiki love amongst students and faculty at their annual wellness fair. Responses to the sessions were candid, as they frequently are with younger folks.
Favorite feedback: “It was weird as I thought several people were around me!”
Read MoreStudents were stressed after mid-terms, and they lined up for reiki! We worked with 52 attendees and captured their post-session comments.
Favorite feedback: Can’t decide—click to read!
Read MoreGateway to Learning does incredible work providing lifelong learning for adults with intellectual challenges and developmental disabilities. We were thrilled to support them with reiki sessions.
Favorite feedback: “That was great!”
Read MoreA group of 500 new CPD recruits are training at the West Loop Academy, and self-care is part of the program. The Reiki Brigade offered reiki sessions to instructors and recruits. It was a welcome break in the action.
Favorite feedback: “I feel really good—love it!”
Read MoreChicago police officers receive ongoing training at a facility on the south side. Instructors there teach everything from how to respond to calls during a power outage (no light), to de-escalation of Use of Force.
Favorite feedback: “I was in a deep trance.”
Read MoreSo honored to be a guest on Torsten Lange's Youtube broadcast, The Reiki Revolution. He shares our passion for helping to make reiki available to everyone everywhere, and part of that is encouraging other reiki folks to conduct outreach. Thanks for letting me share our experiences with your audience.
Read MoreIn the criminal justice system, sexually based offenses are considered especially heinous. In Chicago, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies received reiki to help them manage on-the-job stress. These are their session outcomes. Thanks to the CPD for their receptivity to reiki.
Favorite feedback: “Wonderful!”
Read MoreIt felt great to be back offering reiki to veterans at the Jesse Brown VA Stand Down! We started our outreach here more than a decade ago and the two years off (thanks to Covid) was rough.
Favorite feedback: “I felt negative energy leave my body—it’s amazing!”
Read MoreAn enthusiastic crowd made Bike Out Negativity a huge success—despite the rainy start! We offered reiki to a receptive crowd and received wonderful feedback in return. We look forward to the Street Love Ride in August!
Read More“You’re welcome back anytime!” we were told on our way out. Thanks to the 8th District for welcoming the Reiki Brigade and encouraging officers to explore new means of self care. It’s a tough job and healthy cops are in everyone’s best interest.
Read MoreA new volunteer (Jana) and a new collaboration (Build, Inc.) made for a fantastic Reiki Brigade event on Friday.
Read MoreWe were thrilled to offer reiki as part of the Black History Month service fair at Michele Clark High School.
Read MoreWe’re always happy to help support the CPD with reiki sessions, even moreso now that stress levels are up and days off are down. Thanks to the 20th for letting us help officers let go of stress.
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