Favorite feedback: “That was crazy!”

People who experience Reiki for the first time can be amazed at how wonderful it can be. But it's not crazy. You know what's crazy? That more people don't know about the benefits of Reiki and have access to them. That's why I founded the Reiki Brigade, for maximum sanity all around.

This is a reboot of a program we did several years ago at the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, and it was great to be back. The staff was incredible, and we fielded several good questions from the youth while offering them Reiki sessions.

Favorite feedback: “When are you coming back? Can you come Friday?”

Our quarterly visit to the Police Academy was switched to the PSTC, where first responders receive their continuing education. We were stationed right outside the stairwell that had a sign directing people to the Taser Class. Talk about a study in contrasts!

Favorite feedback: “Whoo—I feel good!”

We love bringing Reiki to this annual event put on by Boxing Out Negativity. The warm welcome and enthusiastic feedback brings us back time after time.

Favorite feedback: “Amazing. I felt something leave my head!”

People are often carrying around energetic shrapnel that doesn’t belong to them. Reiki can help move this dissonant energy out, which can be a tangible experience, leaving the individual feeling more calm, centered, and at peace. Let’s have more of that!

Favorite feedback: “Amazing. Can I get back in line?”

Our quarterly Reiki event at the Chicago Police Academy was a huge success, as always, thanks to our inside woman, Michelle. We love helping new recruits start out their law enforcement journey with knowledge about how stress works, and comfort that the department has prioritized their wellbeing.

Favorite feedback: “I love what you all have done for me today—no stress!”

We offered Reiki to 47 officers and staff at Chicago Police HQ on Friday, and it was powerful. Check out the short video as our contact, Sally, gets emotional conveying what she witnessed as people emerged from their 10-minute sessions.

Favorite feedback: “I felt like someone was holding/comforting my heart!”

This was the second annual First Responder Family Wellness Day, and it was great! Last year we were right next to the bouncy house, but this year, the food trucks, music, and kids’ activities were outside, and we were inside where it was quieter—and cooler. We were able to work with 50 first responders.

Favorite feedback: “That was weird as sh*t! I feel… softer.”
We could all use a little more soft in a world that seems increasingly hard.

We have supported Boxing Out Negativity with Reiki at their peace-promoting biking events for years.

Favorite feedback: “Excellent service to provide for us—thank you!”

Reiki can so quickly and easily transform someone’s mood, outlook on life, and behavior towards others. This is so critical in times of crisis, when tempers can flare and situations can escalate.

Favorite feedback: “This can’t possibly be real—but it is!”

This is an excellent description of how most people feel after their first Reiki session. Feeling is believing!

Favorite feedback: “My father passed away last year and I heard him speak to me. You created a bubble. Your spirit is beautiful.”

The spiritual realm is at a high vibration, not usually available to our physical senses, but when we raise our vibration, as can happen with Reiki, it can become perceptible. It’s not a given, but not entirely uncommon for people to sense the spiritual realm when working with or receiving Reiki—even newbies.

Favorite feedback: “Out of body experience.”

We’re honored to be part of the Chicago PD’s wellness initiative, serving 36 recruits, instructors and staff on this visit to the Police Academy.

Our Johnny Appleseed business model includes introducing people to Reiki with tangible, hands-on experiences, and teaching people to work with Reiki themselves. After several events at both the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago and SOS Children’s Villages, staff from each organization were interested in taking a Reiki Level 1 class.

Favorite feedback: “Relieved!”

UCAN Chicago is branching out into the community with Wellness events and invited us to provide Reiki at this first event, and then in subsequent events.

Favorite feedback: “As soon as you put your hands on my head I felt tension, but then it moved out. I didn’t even know it was there!”

We have been trying to work with UCAN for years, and were thrilled when the timing synced up for us to participate in their MLK Day event and offer Reiki to attendees.

We’ve worked with Loyola University, Northwestern University, Arrupe College, U of C undergrad, and U of C School of Favorite feedback: “Can I go again?”

Medicine over the years, so I wasn’t surprised to get an email from the Associate Director of Student Wellness for the U of C Booth School of Business. This prestigious graduate program is putting out tomorrow’s leaders, including folks who will be administrators in healthcare systems. We were happy to help them handle their stress with Reiki sessions.

Favorite feedback: “Felt like you sucked all my negative energy out.”

We’ve wanted to collaborate with this group for YEARS, so we were so pleased when they reached out to us to support their wellness retreat for mental health professionals with Reiki sessions.

Favorite feedback: “Felt like my heart opened.”

Since 2011 we have been attending the Jesse Brown VA Stand Down Service Fairs for veterans in need. Each time we receive a warm welcome, and have incredible experiences with the vets.

Favorite feedback: ”Wow, that absolutely shifted the needle—we are down to zero! [stress level]”

We offered Reiki to 37 paramedic recruits and instructors to help them understand that energy healing techniques can be powerful allies in maintaining mental and physical wellbeing