Discover the world of Reiki energy healing with Karen from Just The Tonic, who shares her incredible journey from sceptical beauty therapist to intuitive Reiki master. If you've ever wondered what Reiki actually is or whether energy healing really works, this honest conversation will answer all your questions.

What You'll Learn:

• How Reiki works (spoiler: you stay fully clothed and often fall asleep!)
• Why some people feel tingling sensations while others feel nothing - and both experiences are valid
• The difference between hands-on and distance Reiki sessions
• How to find the right Reiki practitioner for you
• Real client stories of deep relaxation and emotional healing
• Why Karen's warm hands first led clients to suggest she try Reiki

Episode Highlights:

• Karen's failed first Reiki training and what changed when she found the right teacher
• How COVID increased demand for self-care and energy healing
• The unexpected messages Karen receives from clients' loved ones during sessions
• Why regular monthly Reiki sessions provide the most benefit
• Distance Reiki: how energy healing works across continents

Perfect for wellness seekers, meditation beginners, anyone curious about alternative healing, or those dealing with stress and anxiety. Karen's warm, down-to-earth approach makes this ancient practice accessible to complete beginners.

Resources and links mentioned in the show:

https://justthetonicholistics.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/justthetonicholistic

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction - What is Reiki?
02:00 Karen's background and how clients first suggested Reiki
03:00 Her first 'failed' Reiki training experience
06:00 How Reiki works - hands-on vs hands-off energy healing
08:00 Post-COVID boom in self-care and energy healing
10:00 Finding the right teacher makes all the difference
12:00 Why scepticism is normal (and okay!)
14:00 The safe space Karen creates for emotional healing
16:00 Combining Reiki with massage, reflexology and sound healing
18:00 Receiving messages from clients' loved ones during sessions
20:00 Distance Reiki - how it works across continents
23:00 How often should you have Reiki sessions?
25:00 Where to find Karen and how to book
27:00 Final advice

Thanks for listening.

Real Wellness Fails, Wins & What's Coming Next for Exploring Ways to Wellness

Welcome back to Season 2 of Exploring Ways to Wellness! Host Sarah returns with honest reflections on her wellness journey during the podcast break - spoiler alert: she didn't become a zen goddess, and that's exactly the point.

Discover how small, sustainable wellness practices can transform your daily life without requiring a complete lifestyle overhaul. Sarah shares her real wins with EFT tapping, mindful shower routines, and the unexpected wellness benefits of learning crochet and prioritising genuine connections.

This Episode Covers:

• Why "failing" at wellness commitments led to better results
• Simple EFT techniques that fit into morning routines
• How cultural wellness practices like Danish Hygge and Swedish Fika can enhance daily life
• The revolutionary act of discovering what genuinely makes YOU feel good
• Forest bathing and nature-based wellness (no special equipment needed)
• Why collective wellness experiences amplify individual benefits

Coming This Season:

• Reiki energy healing with Karen
• Homeopathy real-life results with Sarah
• Laughter Yoga with Noreen
• And many more authentic wellness conversations

Perfect for wellness seekers, mindfulness beginners, EFT practitioners, and anyone tired of perfectionist wellness culture. No sales pitches, no guilt - just real people sharing real experiences.

Thanks for listening.

Season One Finale: Reflecting on 12 Weeks of Wellness Practices

Episode Summary

In this special season finale, host Sarah reflects on twelve wonderful weeks of alternative wellness conversations. From cold water swimming to sound healing, mindfulness to EFT tapping, the first season of Exploring Ways to Wellness has covered an eclectic mix of practices that have transformed lives. Join Sarah as she highlights memorable moments, lessons learned, and announces exciting plans for season two.

Episode Highlights

00:55 Reflecting on the Journey
01:28 The Birth of Exploring Ways to Wellness
02:39 Memorable Guest Stories
06:32 Guests Finding Wellness at Rock Bottom
11:46 Personal Reflections and Commitments
15:53 Season Highlights and Recommendations

• Onika on journaling and The Artist's Way (Ep.2)
• Jacqueline on Human Design types (Ep.3)
• Millie on cold water swimming benefits (Ep.4)
• Emma on EFT tapping techniques (Ep.5)
• Gil on practical Transcendental Meditation (Ep.6)
• Becca on simple mindfulness practices (Ep.7)
• Jacquie on sound healing frequencies (Ep.8)
• Carle on neurodiversity in wellness practices (Ep.9)
• Anna on deep presence-based gratitude (Ep.10)
• Lindsay on Qigong for improved sleep (Ep.11)

28:58 Announcements for Season Two and new community initiatives

What's Next

• New Facebook group "Wellness Explorers" launching for community support
• Weekly newsletter with updates on season two progress
• Season two topics to include Reiki, Laughter Yoga, and more
• Seeking new guests, especially former sceptics who found transformation

Connect With Us

• Join our Facebook group: Wellness Explorers
• Subscribe to the newsletter for behind-the-scenes content
• Share your favourite episode or suggest topics for season two
• Follow on Instagram: @sarahgorev

Mentioned Practices & Episodes

• Journaling & The Artist's Way
• Human Design
• Cold Water Swimming
• EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)
• Transcendental Meditation
• Mindfulness
• Sound Healing
• Neurodiversity in Wellness
• Gratitude Practice
• Qigong

Thanks for listening.