Surviving the Reiki Cleanse Period

Hi everyone. This post is geared to all my Reiki enthusiasts, practitioners and masters. I'd like to talk about ways to survive the 21 day Reiki cleanse period. For those that have been attuned to Reiki, you have an idea of what I am referring to. If you're a Reiki enthusiast and are thinking of becoming attuned to Reiki, allow me to explain. 

Reiki is a beautiful energetic healing modality from Japan that is designed to heal the mind, body and spirit on a holistic level. Reiki when broken down translates to mean "Universal Life Force Energy".This energy is channeled through an attuned Reiki Practitioner or Reiki Master to the client. Once you become attuned to Reiki, the energy will begin to cleanse your body of all toxins, parasites, lower vibrational energies and thoughts or beliefs that are no longer serving you. This occurs because the energy is trying to bring you into a state of balance so you may be a clear channel for Reiki energy. The day you are attuned, you begin the cleanse period that continues for approximately 21 days. The energy moves through each of your energy centers, cleansing and balancing them, raising your vibration to a higher level. While the go-to number for the cleanse period is usually 21 days, depending on your resistance to the cleanse or your effort to assist in the process, it could continue beyond the 21 day time frame. I usually tell others that Reiki will take as long as it needs to to achieve optimal balance in all aspects of your being. Also note that this will not be the only cleanse you'll experience as a Reiki Practitioner or student. Once attuned, you are attuned for life, so any changes you make to your life will trigger a cleanse cycle. You'll be in a constant state of healing and repair as the energy attempts to keep you in balance. 

Are you thinking of being attuned to Reiki? Have you just been attuned? Here are some ways to make it through the cleanse period:

1. Take it Easy: It is important that you be very gentle on yourself during the cleanse period. You may be extra sensitive and fragile at this time. Be kind to yourself and nurture yourself through the process. The symptoms may be physical, emotional, mental or spiritual. Some may experience nothing at all. Have patience and know that all will be well.

2. Know That It's Ok to Be Confused: Reiki tends to bring a lot of old thought patterns, beliefs and experiences to the surface so they may be addressed, cleared and released. This means you may have to re-experience an event or series of emotions if they were not totally and properly processed the first time. Keep in mind that this is a purging and it is for your own good as these energies no longer serve you.

3. Remember, Relationships May Change or Need Changing:  Perhaps you are in a relationship with someone that you felt was right for you, but all of a sudden realize that things have changed. Maybe your spiritual growth has put you two at different levels of development, or maybe you realize you deserve better. As your vibration rises, you may notice people and relationships falling away. These people no longer vibrate at your frequency so they cannot remain in your life. If they are not willing to grow with you, they will have to continue their journey without you. Keep this in mind during your cleanse.

4. Know That You Are Not Obligated to Do Anything:  You are not forced to make any changes you are not comfortable making. Reiki can only assist in areas of your life that you give it permission to. In other words, it can help in balancing an aspect of your life, but it's up to you to follow through with finalizing the changes. It is important to note, however, that resisting the urge to make changes can cause immense amounts of agitation and emotional turmoil. Move at your own pace but remember that if you move too slowly, the Universe may instill the change for you...whether you like it or not.

5. Listen to What Your Body Needs: If you find it necessary to be alone, please acknowledge your need for quiet time. Spend time engaging in self care practices such as exercise, journaling, meditation or sneaking in extra naps during the day. You may feel more tired than usual during a cleanse as your body releases blockages. This is an exhausting experience so do not resist the urge to rest if needed. If your body craves chocolate, feel free to have some in moderation. Don't feel guilty for taking care of yourself. Self care is a wonderful expression of self love.

6. Drink Lots of Water:  I cannot stress this enough, especially for those that are already extra sensitive individuals.This is so important for guiding any toxic energies out of your system. Drink lots of water during the day to keep your spirit from being overwhelmed by anything that is in the process of being released.

7. Practice Reiki on Yourself Everyday, Even after the 21 Day Time Frame:  One mistake I made was I stopped practicing self treatments after the 21 day period. This was primarily done out of fear, as I wasn't pleased with the upheaval that Reiki was causing. I made a conscious decision to stop treating myself so the torment would end. Even when it feels like the world has been turned upside down, continue treating yourself everyday. You want to keep your energy centers clear and moving...this will help keep things from getting backed up which could in turn create a blockage. Continue to practice self treatments as a daily form of self care.


I hope these tips will help you get through a Reiki cleanse period as much as they've helped me. Always remember to call on your angels for assistance!!
Take care <3

Love and Ascension,

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When You're Afraid of Dreaming-How to Handle Dreams

Greetings everyone. Today I'd like to touch on the topic of dreams. The focus of this post will not be dream interpretation. I'd prefer to focus on how to handle your dreams. One thing I find is the most draining for people that have vivid or scary dreams, is not necessarily the interpretation of the dream, but the focus on the dreams themselves. I found myself spending all day determined to figure out what my dreams meant, but in reality, I was too scared to research the symbols and find out anyway. I didn't know what my dream meant nor did I want to know...the dream scared me and the meaning might too so I just wallowed in my anxiety. I've observed this pattern occurring frequently in those that are especially sensitive as they tend to have anxiety issues. So below, I've listed some tips on why you shouldn't obsess over your dreams and ways to handle them:

Try Not to Fear or Obsess over Your Dreams Because: 

1. They Are Dreams: I'm not saying that dreams have no meaning or weight, quite the contrary actually. Dreams hold a lot of meaning for us and reflect our hopes, fears and desires. Spirits and angels use the astral/dream world as way to communicate with us during sleep as we're in a more relaxed state. There is a difference however between acknowledging a dream and obsessing over it....there's no need for a dream to ruin your day even if it SEEMED bad. They are still dreams and they have already passed. Pay attention to the present moment and what's happening right now.

2. Your Fear or Obsession Will Create More of the Same Dream:  This was something I had to learn the hard way. I was the type that went into panic mode after having a bad or scary dream. Most will consider that normal, and it kind of is. Be aware that, you don't want to make panic a habit, as it will promote more fear based dreams. Remember that dreams reflect our everyday challenges so if you are afraid of something, it will show itself to you in your dreams.

3. The Dream May Come to Pass in a Different Way than Expected, If at All:  So much time is spent on interpreting dreams. There is a personal dictionary of dream symbols that people seem to acquire over the years that can change depending on life experience. There are also standard dream symbols that work for all dreams and make sense to most people. When I had dreams that I actually chose to analyze, they were interpreted based on my personal symbols and other times through standard symbols. Sometimes they meant what I thought they meant and sometimes not. It was only after noticing this inconsistent pattern that I stopped spending my whole day thinking about what my dreams meant. 


Here's How to Handle Your Dreams:

1. Try Not to Panic: If you do have a seemingly gruesome dream, try to stay calm and breathe. Reorient yourself to your surroundings, affirming that you are safe and secure in your room. I feel a lot of panic and anxiety comes from being in the dream state itself as the heart rate increases. So now it's just coming down from that state. Take a few deep breaths and know that the dream is not your current reality. You're safe.

2. Write Your Dream down in a Journal or Online Document:  I say this not necessarily for interpretation purposes, but as a way to release the energy. This method does help for those looking to interpret their dreams because it allows them to see how the message unfolds in the future. If this is what you're looking for, write the dream down and put on the side what you feel the dream means. I recommend writing your dreams down because it will transfer the energy out of you, helping you to not be overwhelmed by the dream or it's meaning. Even if you feel your dream is prophetic, this still applies. Write the dream down and go about your day. 

3. Know That Not Every Dream Requires Your Interpretation:  Some folks might disagree with this but I'll stand my ground on this one. Main reason why I say this is because dreams can come from a variety of sources. For instance, eating a heavy meal before bed can cause awkward dreams. The same goes for if you're taking certain medications, you have to use the bathroom and never go, or if you're in the process of opening your third eye. Having an active or overactive third eye can cause all sorts of complicated dreams. So many factors can trigger crazy dreams so don't waste energy stressing about it. 

***If you can't handle this and really want to know the nature of your dream, pay attention to how you feel afterwards. Are you panicky? relaxed? emotional? Do you feel as though a blockage has been released or your vibrational frequency has risen? These are all clues that will help you to understand the purpose of your dream and what it could be telling you.

As a final note, let's remember that while dreams can be fun or scary to interpret, frequently they can be a source of assistance for us. Sometimes (not always)  all the interpretation you need is to know how you feel afterwards. Dreams can be used to remove blockages, release pain and even give us comfort in times of need. So when dreams seem scary, release that fear to the Divine affirming that all is well.


Love and Ascension,

Saiedah

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Are You A Starseed?

Greetings everybody! Today, I'd like to talk about starseed characteristics. There are many sites out there with guidelines determining whether or not you are a starseed. I decided to create one based on my own experiences and discussions with others.

First of all, what is a starseed? A starseed is a human being with soul of an extraterrestrial. These souls may be ancient to the core or very young. Either way, they have decided before incarnating on this planet, to assist in the ascension and awakening of mankind. They may have been preparing for this mission for lifetimes, acquiring the knowledge and experience needed to go forward with this mission. 

Are you a starseed? If you feel that you are one, you most likely are. The important thing to remember about soul origins is that they reside in the heart center as this is the seat of the soul. Any information you'd want to know is waiting for you in your heart. If you still want some more confirmation, check out my list of characteristics below:

You Don't Feel like You Belong

This is definitely a huge attribute of star children. Other Earth Angels such as Incarnated Angels will also feel like this but I will touch on that topic another time. Starseeds have this feeling of isolation and feel separated from their friends and family members even if there is no physical separation present. Sometimes it feels like it's "Everyone else and then me". The only time they feel like they belong is if they are around like minded individuals. If they have to be around people that are not on the same wavelength, a sense of loneliness and abandonment can occur.

You Are Extremely Sensitive:

Emotionally, you are a mush. Everything seems to affect you, whether it be the emotions of others or the energy present in a room. While I believe that every person is affected by energies, starseeds have extra sensitivity to the point of it causing a disturbance or discomfort. Most starseeds are like this from birth so they may not realize that what they are feeling is not "normal" or typical for the average person.

 You Are Drawn to Anything Esoteric, Spiritual or Paranormal:

Many star children either have a strong interest in the metaphysical or will have spiritual experiences from a young age. Some might even be drawn to religion as many of them have had lives committed to spiritual growth or service. Their spiritual interests will come to serve them more as they grow into adolescence or adulthood and become more focused on finding their life purpose.

 Your Parents Might Be Unloving: 

 This doesn't go for all starseeds of course. There are a lot of starseeds that have very supportive parents. In my experience, the parents of star children have been close minded, abusive, neglectful and just plain mean. While this may be considered a possible Universal mistake because of all the pain it causes, it's actually a predetermined situation. The pain and grief caused by unloving parents triggers a spiritual awakening at one point or another. The child may be submissive or rebellious in response...this will depend on the child and their past karmic connections. Regardless of the way this treatment is dealt with, they WILL be called to search for a deeper meaning in life. "Do I truly deserve this?" "Is this all there is?" will be some of the questions asked as many starseeds have an internal alarm clock that will sound off as a call from the Universe saying, "It is time"

You Want to Discover the Meaning of Life: 

 Starseeds are far from being shallow. These souls are deep and want answers. They do not want to submit to the usual programming that is common to people living on Earth. It might even be hard for a starseed to remain committed to a typical 9-5 job at a store or bank. They resist these kinds of jobs because they need freedom and slave jobs like these only serve to limit their creative and spiritual expression. Starseeds are here to break down the old, worn out systems that are no longer serving human beings and usher in a newer, more loving paradigm. 

You Are Very Creative: 

 Whether it be through drawing, music or entertainment, creativity is what gives starseeds motivation. This is how they connect to the Universe and the Divine. What they may not understand in the beginning is that they are also channeling messages and healing frequencies which are in turn healing the people that surround them. Their creative abilities are gifts brought with them from their home planet to help and heal the people of Earth.

You Are Highly Intuitive:

Yes, everyone is blessed with the gift of intuition. Starseeds, however, seem to have these abilities heightened from an early age. They are able to sense when others are lying or just know the truth of any situation. They are hurt immensely if they do discover that someone is not being honest. As a result, they may very well try to block their abilities as the truth is hurtful to them. Communicating with animals may also come easily as they are wonderful at telepathic communication.

 Your Eyes Penetrate the Soul:

While physical characteristics are not always a reliable indicator of starseed-ness, the eyes are one physical trait that show the cosmic origins of these beings. The brightness, the depth and the penetrating power of starseed eyes is unmistakable. There are different varieties of this energy depending on the other characteristics that come into play. Someone with angelic qualities will have a softer, more compassionate gaze, while a person with witchy qualities will have a deeper, darker gaze. Some starseeds are just a mix of everything because of their past lifetimes and this will show in the quality of their gaze.

You Always Want to Help:

Starseeds are wonderful at serving others, whether it be their friends, family or community. The one thing they must be careful of is boundaries. It's very easy for starseeds to get taken advantage of as helping others is very normal to them on their home planet. They need to remember that this is a different planet, filled with people that don't always have their best interest at heart. They may go from helping locally, to helping people on a global scale within a short time span.

You Are Visited by ETs or Have Dreams of Your Home Planet: 

Depending on the person, this can begin from an early age, or occur a little later on as they start to open up more. The dreams and visitations may be a reminder of their origins or a sign that something within them is about to change or shift. Star beings tend to visit people that have a mission but either have not started or need support and guidance. 



Now, remember that you do not have to have ALL of these qualities to be a starseed. The best way to know if you are a starseed is to tune into your heart center. Do you feel you are a starseed? If yes, then you are :)


Love and Ascension,

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Combating Spiritual Addiction

Happy New Year!!! I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday season and brought in the new year with joy. 2015 will be a fresh, new start and will definitely be less hectic than last year. Let's expect the best!

Today I'd like to talk about Spiritual Addiction. I think it's important for people to understand that everything has the potential to be addicting...spirituality included. It's easy to get so caught up in our spiritual selves; almost to the point of complete and total isolation. If this is the choice you've made, then that is alright. It becomes an issue, however, when you unknowingly fall into a world that leads to a neglect of logic and the physical body. In this world we live in, it's important to maintain a level of balance. You are as much of a physical being as you are a spiritual being. You are not one more than the other. After all, we are here on earth to have human experiences as well as spiritual experiences, and we are here to learn from all of them.

So how do you know if you have a spiritual addiction? Here are just a few ways you can tell:

-All you want to do is meditate all day 
-You neglect your physical needs 
-You have ideas and plans that never manifest
-Spirituality is associated with EVERYTHING 
-You've isolated yourself from the outside world

Of course there are more ways to tell if you have an addiction to spirituality but this is just to touch the surface.  

Meditating all day will not save you from the world. While it does offer some relaxation and a chance for self discovery, it is not necessary to meditate all day, everyday. It should be done in moderation like everything else. Some people get attached to the slight ungrounded feeling that occurs after meditating. Again, this high will not save you from the world and the people that live in it. Use it more as a means of self care and a time to unwind, rather than a way to escape your problems. 

One thing I notice that happens frequently is those on a spiritual journey forget their physical needs. They begin to feel that eating, having clothes and taking care of themselves is egotistical and has little importance. There is nothing "wrong" with taking care of your physical shell. If you do want to go shopping for clothes, then please go. Being spiritual does not necessarily mean physical neglect. If your body craves chicken, then have some! Do not restrict yourself because of fear of being judged or fear that you're not "spiritual". Spirituality is a subjective experience.

An aspect of spirituality that people love is that it helps to awaken your creative self. You shed light on many different parts of your consciousness that helps bear wonderful creative fruit. If you are not manifesting these ideas, however, how much weight do they really hold? If you do have an idea, take action on it. Your inspiration without your action will be nothing more than fluff in the ethers.

"I wonder if Matt Damon has an imbalanced sacral chakra", " The spokes on this bicycle wheel look a lot like a mandala." Perhaps the nature of these comments sound familiar to you. Spirituality is a way of life for many people. Remember though, that while everything has a spiritual aspect, it is still present as a physical object. A bike is still a bike, a television is still a television, and a human is indeed still a human. There is no shame in seeing objects, humans and animals as being physical. Sometimes it helps us maintain our equilibrium when we are able to see things as they are and the different aspects they possess. 

While it is vital for many people to spend time alone, doing so as a means of escape can lead to imbalance. Being excessively introverted can isolate you from the outside world which in turn can keep you from experiencing the beauty that is contained within it. The world is there for us to explore so why not take advantage of this opportunity? The same applies to friends and family. Be with them, enjoy their company. Balance time alone and time with loved ones. Don't forget that our time here is limited. 

So, what is the key to combating spiritual addiction? Balance!! Yes, you are a spiritual being but you are also a human being! Engaging in physical activities does not diminish your spiritual essence. Enjoy the world and enjoy this human experience.

Love and Ascension,

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