A bit about Reiki

I love Reiki! No, really though, I really, really, really love Reiki!! I cannot stress it enough! Reiki is one of those things, (like Raw Food) that is extremely simple, both in theory, and in practice, and it literally has the power to revolutionise the way people see and react to illness in this world. I know this, because it revolutionised my world when I first learned it 5 years ago. It truly is the most amazing thing I think I have ever learned, and also, the simplest, and most intuitive to grasp. Literally, everyone can do it! In my opinion, everyone should too.

So, what can Reiki be used for? Erm.... Let me think......Everything!! Literally! I have yet to come across any condition that Reiki cannot help with. Reiki has been used in the treatment of many serious, and also minor ailments, with positive results. I can't really list every condition that it can be used to help here, so I will just list a few that I have personally seen improved with Reiki treatments.

*Back Pain
*Spondylosis of the Spine
*Bowel, and Gut disorders
*Cancers
*Emotional Trauma
*Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
*Physical injuries of bones and ligaments, i.e sports injuries
*Arthritis
*Polycystic Ovaries
*Endemetriosis
*Infertility
*Depression
*Anxiety
*Feelings of worthlessness
*Self Esteem Issues
*Bereavement

I'll stop there, but you get the picture. It is my personal belief that Reiki can be useful in the treatment of any condition, whether it is Physical, Mental, Emotional, or Spiritual in origin. It truly is amazing!

In the five years since I have been practicing Reiki, I have definitely seen it become a lot more widespread. Lots more people know about it now, and it's definitely becoming more accepted that it could be helpful among the general public. This is great, as it means more and more people can access the healing benefits, and help to change their lives for the better. The more well known, and accepted Reiki becomes, and the less it is seen as some sort of flakey, hippy, treatment, the more people will be able to be helped. I can see this happening now, whereas 5 years ago, I was a bit doubtful.

I am now practicing professionally again, after taking time off to care for my baby, so if you would like to book an appointment, or would like any further information please get in touch. I aim to start teaching Reiki courses again, by the end of summer, so please get in touch if you are ready for this change in your life.

Cooked Pain!

Yesterday morning, I was feeling a bit...blah! Up and down emotionally, a bit fed up, and ravenously hungry. I ended up going to a cafe in town and ordering a vegan breakfast. I won't lie, I ate it, and I really enjoyed every mouthful! :) until...

It got to about 3pm, and I was racked with pain in my shoulders, neck, and weirdly,  my armpits. It's now the day after, and the pain, and a lot of stiffness is still there.
So, I would like to know, how can I rationalise with myself when I| am having one of these weak moments? I obviously felt like I was in need of some comfort, yet I went with something that I knew was not good, or comforting to me in any way. How can i help myself make the right choices in these non rational moments? I certainly don't want to be in pain like this again, just because i was feeling a bit crap, I've made myself feel a lot worse now.

Any suggestions would be most welcome :)  Have a great day! :)

Ruggamuffin!!

I've recently re-discovered a former passion for rag rugging :). I love it!! It's an excellent way to make beautiful things out of rubbish too. Im all very excited! I've got my eye on a super dupa tool, and have a few nice ideas in mind. It's been quite a while. To my surprise, even Jim my boyfriend said he wanted to make one too, so he's making a little ying yang one to start with. I never thought I would see this guy making a rag rug, but I like it :).

I've decided that I am going to sell my creations on www.folksy.com, but that's kind of assuming that I wont be wanting to clutch them to my bosom. Speaking of Folksy, it's an absolutely amazing British website, selling unique, handmade items from craftspeople. The total antidote to chain shops, and mass manufacturing. Now, just to get started on these rugs :). Ruggamuffin is the name I am going to be selling under, but it could be a fair while before I have anything finished.

There is light!

Wow! After just this short space of time, I am already feeling so much beter! Amazing! I've taken the controversial decision not to go back to the Doctors. My family and friends are worried about me and are asking me to go back, but I don't see the point really. If there is a concrete diagnosis, all they will do is try to give me medication, which I will not take anyway. What I have been doing so far is working well, so im just going to carry on, and see my health improve naturally.

I went a bit mad today and spent all my money on melons in Sainsbury's :), it was the end of the day, they were going cheap, and I couldn;t resist. A melon feast for me the next couple of days, I can't wait! Yum!

I bought a book by David Klein http://www.colitis-crohns.com/book.html i've just read it once so far, so need to re-read it, but it seems pretty down to earth and straight forward. It would certainly be a cheaper way for me to do raw food, than the way I have been doing it. Only thing that concerns me is the amount of fruit involved. I feel a bit wrong eating that much fruit. But I want to get better, so I am going to try it, and see how it goes. Simple, tasty, raw, natural food. Not as exciting as the Raw food I am used to eating, but that hasn't done me many favours it seems, so, time to try something new :).

I saw some pictures of Miss Eco Glam today. I think she is the most gorgeous woman I have ever seen! Beautiful! I have been reading her blog for a while, and never knew she was so beautiful looking. I think I have a new woman crush now :). I am so happy there are so many beautiful people in this world. On that note...

Nighty Night. 

Oooooh!

I've had a look into IBS, Crohn's disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. I think (I feel) I have Crohn's disease not IBS.

I started looking around on the net for websites that advocate Raw diet to heal Crohn's. I was surprised not to find any. Most of the things that I found said that people with Crohn's are not supposed to eat any raw fruit and veg! What?! What are they supposed to eat then? Surely raw fruit and veg is the best thing for any condition?

Anyway, I decided to start listening to my body again (it's been a long time since I have paid much attention to be honest, since having the baby) The only things that were speaking to me were watermelon, and green juice. I ate a whole watermelon throughout the day, and had two green juices. I don't really think this is enough calories for a breastfeeding mama, but my body wouldn't let me eat anything else.

Must have done me good anyway, my belly only looks about 3 months pregnant today, as opposed to 5 months for the last month or so. Phew! I could literally feel the goodness in the green juice going into my gut and soothing things down. All i put in it was radish greens, cucumber, celery, and lettuce. It felt very healing indeed! Although, not the best tasting juice i've ever had, I knew it was doing me a lot of good, and it didn't taste bad at all.

My baby boy has gone out for the day with his Daddy, so im just going to relax, do some Reiki, and drink more juice. 

I would love to hear from anyone who has had similar sorts of problems, and addressed them with raw food. There doesn't seem to be much information out there. Or maybe there is, and I just can't find it? Either way, I would love to hear from you :).

I.B.S?

I went to the Doctors today. I never usually go, but last night I was doubled over in pain for about half an hour. I thought I had appendicitis or something, felt like my insides were going to explode. Thankfully not! I thought I'd better get this checked out, so off I went...

I can't say it was a very pleasant, or re-assuring experience. The Dr was shouting over me repeatedly when I was trying to explain what was wrong. For some unknown reason, he told me twice that I should go on the pill. We weren't even talking about contraception. He them went through a weird sequence of events. Firstly, telling me there was nothing wrong. Then He said I probably have IBS, and offered me some painkillers. I asked him to give me more information about it, so I could look further into how to heal it, the painkillers were all that was on offer. Then he said that I should come for some blood tests. I'm not trusting my health in the hands of the NHS anymore.

I can't believe I have IBS, I thought I had one of the healthiest diets ever! IM obviously going to have to take a good look at what I'm eating. I have decided to take the plunge and go 100% Raw, as from tomorrow. Seems the most sensible thing to do, to give my organs the best chance of healing. I know when I was 100% raw last time, I felt the best ever! Just gonna jump straight in for the full detox effect, and see what happens :).

If anyone has any tips (actually, I don't think I have any followers, ha) on raw food specifically for IBS, please would you let me know? Thanks. Im gonna blog about how I get on, and post some pictures and things.

I love this! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXVO9QnF1D0

Manifesting!

I've been thinking a lot about manifesting what you want into your life lately. I've read all about it for years, but haven't yet tried it out practically. Manifesting things that you desire into your life is seen by some as some flakey, hippie nonsense, and by others as selfish. When I was into Buddhism, I never dared do it because I thought it was really selfish. I've since changed my mind, and besides, I totally believe that you can help manifest for other people too.

I know from my Reiki practice, that 'where thought goes, energy flows', and have seen this in action many times, but have never tried consciously manifesting things in my life.

I've done a lot of  reading up about the subject, and the best way to do it. In true Girl Next Door style, I've decided to come up with my own way of doing it, using all I have read, and experienced from Reiki.

I started today! I just sat down when I had maybe half an hour baby free, and started to relax and breathe slowly for a few minutes.It didn't take long to come up with lots of ideas of how I see my future life. I used a specific way to write them down and phrase them, which seemed to work well for me. Then I started visualising, bringing together as many of the components as I could in the visualisation. Visualising it as if I was living it now, feeling the positive energy of it, and holding the focus for as long as I could.

I felt so fantastically positive afterwards, It was great. Empowering, to be able to feel more in control of the direction your life is going.

So I will keep on with the manifesting, and see where it takes me. Although, I think I already know ;). I think everyone should be taught about this stuff. I've seen so many times in life, that we have much more influence over certain things than we would ever think possible. 

People, it starts with you! We have nothing to lose, and everything to gain.

I'll keep you all posted with how I get on ;). If anyone would like to share any stories, please feel free, I'd love to chat about this with people more experienced with it.