Living the Reiki Life

Halloween special episode: join Amanda and Kristi for a fun, witchy conversation about all things Halloween, from the energy surrounding this time of year to our how we feel about it, and how we celebrate. We had so much fun chatting about this one, and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

In this episode, we explore:

The energy around Halloween and how we personally experience it
Childhood memories of dressing up and celebrating Halloween
Decorating for Halloween and the intentions behind it
Honouring our ancestors in October
Buying spells on Etsy
Casting our own spells and connecting with our intentions
What does it mean to call someone a witch?
Tarot card boundaries: do we let other people touch our cards?

Book mentioned: IntuWitchin by Mia Magik

Connect with us:

https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Join our Reiki Practice Circle: Sunday November 1st, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CST

In this episode, we’re joined by Monica Haritan, founder of Sleepy Moon Farm, who brings nearly 30 years of experience in holistic wellness, energy work, animal communication, and supporting both animals and their caregivers. Monica shares her beautiful journey and her deep connection with animals, offering compassionate insight into their emotional and spiritual lives, how they communicate with us, and the profound bond we share with them.

In this episode, we explore:

Monica’s beautiful journey and nearly 30 years of experience
Navigating loss and grief
Monica’s personal experience with animals transitioning
A heartfelt message for those who have had to say goodbye to a beloved animal
Understanding an animal’s journey and soul purpose
How animals communicate with us
Why animals may experience separation anxiety
The deep and profound connection between animals and their caregivers
What our animals may be here to teach us
The spiritual side of our relationships with animals
Connect with Monica:

https://sleepymoonfarm.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sleepymoonfarm

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

September Reiki Circle: Sunday September 20, 2026 @ 10 a.m. CST (Saskatchewan time)

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds[]=83736771

This month we sit down with Aude Firmin for an inspiring conversation about Reiki, intuition, psychic work, and building a business around what you’re passionate about. Aude left her corporate career three years ago and has since built a career as an Intuitive Business Coach, Spiritual Life Coach, Reiki Master, Psychic, and Medium. She has worked with clients including Microsoft and Gucci and is based in London, offering distance sessions around the world. Aude’s new book, Trust the Signal, will be released this November.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

- Aude’s journey with Reiki, intuition, and psychic work

- How she incorporates Reiki into her work with clients

- Why Aude believes everyone is psychic and everyone can be a channel

- Training others in transmediumship

- How her business evolved from Reiki and psychic work into supporting entrepreneurs and their businesses

- Manifesting and attracting the right clients for your business

- Social media tips for growing your business and connecting with your audience

- Building a business if you don’t want to rely on social media

- What taking course after course might be telling you about your business or personal journey

- What it means to be a channel for the message that someone needs to hear

- Raising your prices, why it matters, and how to know when it’s time

Connect with Aude:

https://www.audefirmin.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aude.firmin

Connect with us:

https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/

For more information about us & our offerings:

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Reiki Circle: Monday August 17th, 2026 @ 6pm CST (Saskatchewan time)

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds[]=83736771

Reiki Journey Series Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewYXKFP_JyBbPP0Ia0slGIkr4ziv8NPLas1_jSISXeYuSHNQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101074856999779387324

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or Reiki practitioner, this episode explores the world of Reiki for children and how this practice can support kids through life's ups and downs. From emotional overwhelm and sleep challenges to big life transitions, we discuss why families seek Reiki, what a child Reiki session can look like, and the unique considerations that come with working with children.

In this episode, we cover:

- The benefits of learning Reiki as a parent

- How to explain Reiki to children in a way they understand

- The importance of parental consent and creating a child-led experience

- What families seek Reiki support for

- In-person vs. distant Reiki sessions for children

- The role parents play in creating a supportive healing environment

- Lessons learned and real-life experiences from working with children

July Reiki Circle - Monday July 20th, 2026 7:00pm Saskatchewan time https://ReikiwithManda.as.me/?appointmentType=83736771

We're celebrating an incredible milestone, 100,000 podcast downloads! Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this community. To celebrate, we're hosting a giveaway on Instagram where you can enter to win a distant Reiki session with both of us.

https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/

For more information about us & our offerings:

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

What if better digestion starts with your nervous system? In this episode, Dr. Meg Mill introduces her concept of neurodigestion and explains how stress, thought patterns, and the way we eat can influence digestion, hormone health, and nutrient absorption.

We explore the cephalic phase of digestion, the importance of slowing down at meals, and Dr. Meg's simple "7-Second Switch" practice for shifting your mindset and supporting your body's natural healing processes.

In this episode:

- What neurodigestion is and why it matters
- The connection between the nervous system and digestion
- How stress impacts nutrient absorption and hormone health
- The cephalic phase of digestion explained
- Why slowing down and chewing your food matters
- The 7-Second Switch and changing your inner dialogue
- Detoxification and supporting the body's natural processes
- Practical tools Dr. Meg teaches her coaches and clients

Connect with Dr. Meg Mill & check out her podcast:

https://megmill.com/

https://megmill.com/podcasts/

Join our upcoming Reiki Circle Sunday June 14th @ 10 a.m. CST

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=74910348&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleASYRE9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacjmZ7oIf1rcP29RzLZRNHmpwVxBO75znK3nby-UorPbrW6JdXVIQG1cjziwA_aem_fCQDJtA4OlGtHVmts9e0PQ

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

In this episode, we sit down with Flo Lavallie, a Herbalist, Iridologist, Healer, and longtime pillar in Saskatoon’s wellness community, to reflect on the incredible legacy of the Tamara House. Tamara House was created as a healing space for survivors of sexual abuse, offering holistic support through community, Reiki, and other healing modalities. Flo shares the heart behind creating a safe and compassionate environment for women to heal, and the profound impact this work had on so many lives over the years. Alongside Flo, Linda Sanderson also shares her personal healing journey, her experiences that shaped her path and her time at the Tamara House.

In this conversation we explore:
• Linda Sanderson’s story of growing up in Saskatchewan and her journey of healing her inner child
• Sweat lodges, women’s cycles, and First Nations healing practices
• Linda’s first experience with Reiki and how it helped her long-term migraines
• Linda’s work within non-profit organizations across Saskatchewan
• Flo Lavallie’s story of creating Tamara House in Saskatoon (first of its kind in Canada)
• What Tamara House was and the vision behind it
• How Reiki became one of the healing modalities offered at Tamara House
• The powerful response survivors had to holistic healing practices
• The work, dedication, and challenges involved in building a safe space for healing and community

Ep.58 - our first interview with Flo:

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ep-58-flo-lavallie-healing-with-iridology-reiki-herbal/id1686019351?i=1000726846699

Flo’s contact: lava99@sasktel.net

We will share our June Reiki Circle date on Instagram, stay tuned!

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Michael Keleman is a consciousness researcher, energetic wellness facilitator, and author with over 20 years of experience supporting deep healing and transformation. In this episode, he shares his awakening journey and how he works with pendulum dowsing, muscle testing, and intention to access the subconscious mind, clear energetic attachments, and support powerful shifts.

In this episode:

Michael’s journey of awakening

Entity attachments (what they are and how they’re cleared)

Pendulum dowsing as a tool for guidance and insight

Ring finger muscle testing and accessing subconscious information

The power of intention in healing and transformation

Being tested as you step into mastery

Real stories of clearing attachments

His unique healing system he is creating for clearing attachments and reprogramming limiting beliefs

Working with your higher self for guidance during sessions

Connect with Michael:

https://www.purelightwell.com/

instagram.com/purelight_energetic_wellness

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

May Reiki Circle: Saturday May 16, 2026 at 10 a.m. CST https://ReikiwithManda.as.me/?appointmentType=83736771

Self Reiki is very simple and powerful, it can support your body, energy, and emotional well-being. In this episode, we break down what self Reiki actually is, how to start (without overcomplicating it), and how to deepen your practice over time. Whether you’re brand new or already working with Reiki, this conversation will help you reconnect with your own ability to heal, regulate, and restore from within.

What we cover:

What is self Reiki and Level 1 Reiki

Why a consistent practise matters

Reiki & the nervous system

What self Reiki actually feels like (and why you might feel nothing at all)

Simple way to start your own practise today

Common blocks (and why you’re not doing it wrong)

How to make self Reiki part of your daily life

Our own experiences with self Reiki

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https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/

For more information about us & our offerings:

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

April Reiki Circle Sign up: https://ReikiwithManda.as.me/?appointmentType=83736771

In this episode, we’re joined by Parita Shah, Reiki Master Teacher and intuitive energy healer. Parita shares how her personal health challenges led her to discover Reiki and the powerful mind–body connection that transformed her healing journey. Today, she supports others on their own healing paths through Reiki training, intuitive healing sessions, and community for Reiki practitioners.

Topics We Cover

- Parita’s personal journey with health challenges and discovering Reiki
- How Reiki helped her reconnect with her intuition and inner balance
- Why deep healing often requires patience and consistency
- Practical tips for creating a sustainable daily self-Reiki practice
- Common shifts people experience when they begin working with Reiki energy
- The importance of energetic hygiene and practitioner self-care
- Understanding Reiju (attunements) and their benefits

Find her Reiki-infused meditations, courses and blog at paritashahhealing.com.

Join the Light Embodied community: https://library.paritashahhealing.com/light-embodied

Instagram www.instagram.com/paritashahhealing

Facebook www.facebook.com/paritashahhealing

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

March 22nd, 2026 Reiki Circle link:

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B0%5D=83736771&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

On today’s episode, we’re chatting with Kurtis Lee Thomas, founder of Breathwork Detox and a globally recognized leader in transformational breathwork. Kurtis has facilitated powerful breathwork experiences in over 27 countries and worked with major organizations like Nike and NASA. In this episode, we explore how the breath becomes a gateway to emotional release, nervous system regulation, and profound personal transformation.

In This Episode We Cover:

Kurtis’ unexpected journey into breathwork
His experience with Reiki
How his program trains facilitators to truly hold space for others
Meditation vs. breathwork
The #1 reason people come to his workshops (it might surprise you)
Crying during breathwork — what it actually means & other common sensations
Spiritual awakenings, radical self-honesty, and deep personal growth
Curious about breathwork? Kurtis shares practical tips on where to begin

Find out more about Kurtis:

https://breathworkdetox.com/

https://www.instagram.com/manfromthestars/

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Stayed tuned for March Reiki Circle date!

In this episode, we dive into the power of mudras and how these hand positions support Reiki, meditation, and energy work. We explore their meaning, history, and practical use, while sharing personal stories of how mudras began flowing naturally through our Reiki sessions and deepened our connection to intuition and energy.

Topics discussed:

- What are mudras

- Where mudras are used across spiritual and healing traditions

- A brief history of mudras

- How to use mudras in meditation and daily life

- Finger meanings, elements, and chakra connections

- Common mudras and our favourites

- How mudras first appeared in our Reiki sessions

- Tips for letting mudras flow intuitively

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thebirchsoul/?etsrc=sdt

This week’s episode we are joined by Ting Ting, he founder of the GuanJing Method. Ting Ting has beautifully woven together the grace of dance, the energy flow of Qi Gong, and the strength of functional movement, creating a practice she describes as meditative movement that “flows like dance, heals like Qi Gong, and strengthens like Pilates” (GuanJing Method). We explore her journey and gain a deeper understanding of how energy moves through the body, and how conscious movement and breath can support balance and well-being.

In this episode, we explore:

• Ting Ting’s journey into the discovery of the Guan Jing Method
• Why relaxation is essential for energy to move
• How intention behind movement changes everything
• Breath as the physical expression of the soul
• An introduction to the Dantians and their role in energy cultivation
• Nervous system healing through conscious breath and movement
• Opening and strengthening intuition through embodied practices
• Insights for navigating a dark night of the soul
• Why the hands are extensions of the heart—and what that means for energy work

Find out more about Ting Ting:

https://www.guanjingmethod.com/

https://www.instagram.com/guanjingmethod/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/one.with.soul/

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Join our REIKI CIRCLE Sunday Feb 8, 2026

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=83736771

In this episode, we gather for an honest, unscripted conversation about Reiki as we’re living it right now. We share observations from our own practice and community, reflecting on how Reiki has been taught and experienced over time while staying curious about where it’s naturally evolving.

Topics covered:

• We explore the role of Reiki associations, what they are, why they exist.- Evolution of Reiki over time.
• Reflections sparked by a vintage Reiki book we discovered at the library from the 80’s.
• Importance of honouring the roots and lineage of Reiki while also remaining open to how the practice is evolving in modern times.
• - the Aquarian Age, shifting teacher–student dynamics.
• - Update from Amanda as she shares her experience of practicing Reiki during pregnancy.

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For more information about us & our offerings:

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

In this episode, we’re joined by bestselling author, energetic alignment coach and intuitive transformation facilitator Kelsey Aida. This conversation felt like catching up with a good friend while also receiving so much wisdom, perspective, and inspiration around manifestation, inner work, and the entrepreneurial journey.

Kelsey shares openly about her own dark night of the soul, her healing journey, and how those experiences shaped her approach to manifestation and self-love.
In this episode, we talk about:

• Why “fake it till you make it” doesn’t always work — and why embodiment matters
• Self-love as one of the most powerful manifestation tools
• Feeling safe to receive
• Kelsey’s grounded, soul-aligned take on manifesting
• Attracting ideal, aligned clients in business
• The realities of the entrepreneur’s journey
• The importance of inner work and honouring your energy
• Listening to your intuition & energy when making big decisions
• Kelsey’s courses and offerings

Connect with Kelsey:https://www.instagram.com/kelseyaida/?hl=en
http://www.kelseyaida.com/

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Sign Up for our Upcoming REIKI CIRCLE: Sunday January 18th @ 10:30 a.m.

CSThttps://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=83736771

Have you ever been curious about pendulums? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into this intuitive tool and how it can support your energy practice. Whether you’re a Reiki practitioner wanting to expand your toolkit, someone looking to strengthen your intuition, or you’re finally ready to put that pendulum sitting in a drawer to good use, this episode is for you.

We’re covering:

• What exactly is a pendulum?
• A short, fascinating history
• Is it actually “real movement”… or just your hand?
• Why materials and shapes matter
• Tips for choosing the right pendulum for your energy
• How to use a pendulum during a Reiki session
• Our own personal experiences
• Clearing up common myths
• Beginner-friendly tips

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For more information about us & our offerings:

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

In this week’s episode we chat with Shannon Cutts, she is an intuitive animal-communicator, Reiki Master practitioner, and the founder of Animal Love Languages, a space dedicated to helping people connect deeply with their pets, even across species, or lifetimes. Through her work she offers compassionate communication, soulful healing, and intuitive guidance that honours animals as beings with feelings, memories, and spiritual depth.

In this episode, we explore:
• Shannon’s Reiki journey and how Reiki first opened the door to her intuitive path
• The intelligence and guidance of Reiki energy
• How she began communicating with animals
• Shannon’s personal process for connecting and receiving messages from animals
• The magic of distance healing & communication with animals
• Supporting and communicating with highly sensitive animals
• Her experiences with pet reincarnation and the soul bonds that continue beyond one lifetime

Connect with Shannon:
https://www.animallovelanguages.com/https://www.instagram.com/loveandfeathersandshells/#

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For more information about us & our offerings:

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

In this episode, we sit down with Nicole Bear, a healer from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan whose own journey of transformation led her to discover The Emotion Code and The Body Code. It is a powerful energy healing modality that helps release trapped emotions and restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

Topics we explore:

Nicole’s personal healing journey and how she found The Emotion Code + Body Code

How trapped emotions can affect physical and emotional well-being

Stories of healing — including how this work can help animals

How The Body Code helps identify and release energetic imbalances

Understanding inherited emotions

Automatic writing

Nicole’s kundalini awakening experience

Connect with Nicole:

https://www.nicolebear.ca/

nicole.bearcp@outlook.com

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Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Nov 17th, 2025 Reiki Circle: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/775d158e/category/Monthly%2520Reiki%2520Circle/appointment/83736771/calendar/8245516

You’ve just completed your Reiki 2 training, the energy feels stronger, your intuition is waking up, and you’re feeling that nudge to share your gifts with the world…but where do you start? We share our own journeys from student to practitioner and what we have learned along the way!

• Working with your own energy first
• How to begin offering sessions (and when to start charging)
• Setting up your practical foundations; website, scheduler, and client forms
• Showing up authentically on social media
• The energetics of pricing and money as sacred exchange
• Trusting the unfolding of your unique path
• Encouragement to start messy, stay connected, and follow the energy

Books mentioned:

The Spirit of Reiki by Walter Lubbock, Frank Arjava Petter, William Lee Rand

Electric Body, Electric Health by Eileen Day McKusick, Heal your Body by Louis Haye

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For more information about us & our offerings:

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

This weeks episode we are joined by Kayse Gehret, Founder of Microdosing for Healing. Kayse is a Reiki Master, and somatic practitioner with nearly three decades in the healing arts. Kayse’s work bridges energy medicine, sacred plant allies, and soul-led transformation, guiding thousands across the world into deeper emotional, energetic, and spiritual awakening. Through her Microdosing Certification Program, she now trains facilitators to carry this wisdom forward.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Kayse’s Reiki journey
• What microdosing truly is and how it supports healing
• The story of psilocybin mushrooms
• Kayse’s personal healing journey with microdosing
• Benefits and insights microdosing can offer
• The synergy between Reiki and microdosing
• How long to microdose and what it can assist with
• Meeting the spirit of the mushroom — an ally for truth, honesty, and awakening
• The Microdosing Certification Program

Connect with Kayse:

https://www.microdosingforhealing.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaysegehret/

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For more information about us & our offerings:

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/

Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

In this solo episode, we open up about the do’s and don’ts of a Reiki session from both sides of the table - as practitioners and as clients. Over the years, we’ve noticed the small details that make a big difference in how a session feels.

From the practical to the energetic, we share what we’ve learned about creating a safe, comfortable, and sacred space. Whether you’re new to Reiki, a seasoned practitioner, or simply curious about what happens during a session, this conversation offers guidance, reflections, and inspiration!

What we cover:

• Why it’s important to set aside time to chat before the session
• Washing hands and grounding yourself before beginning
• Choosing music that supports the healing environment (without overwhelming)
• Offering comfort touches like a blanket or pillow under the knees
• Navigating silence vs. talking during the session
• How lighting influences the energy of the room
• Checking in with your client the next day
• Thoughts on hand placements and intuitive flow

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Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Kristi: https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/