You have a dream. Maybe it’s tucked away somewhere deep inside you — a secret you keep to yourself for fear of being judged. Or maybe you’ve shared it with others, but you don’t quite know how to get started. You feel too busy, too old, too young, or too confused. And yet it persistently whispers to you. It calls to you, and you can’t quite figure out whether it will always be a dream — or whether today is the day you start making it a reality.
Change is challenging. It asks us to shake up our routines, work a little harder, and step outside our comfort zones. But change is also how we grow. And when we grow, we get so much more from our time on this earth. Change is the only true constant — so let’s start making it work for us. Let’s set aside the fear and the resistance, and start making our own magic by turning our dreams into reality.
No matter how big your dream is, making the decision to take action is already something worth celebrating. So take a moment for yourself before diving in. Acknowledge this step and remember how it feels. Reflecting on this moment of bravery later in your journey can be a powerful reminder of just how far you’ve come.
The dreaming is the easy part. Making it a reality is the true challenge — and looking ahead at the end goal can feel overwhelming. In fact, that feeling of overwhelm may be exactly why you haven’t started yet. It helps to slow down and make a plan. This is where Reiki can help you organize your thoughts and find clarity about the path ahead.
New to Reiki? Check out my post on what it is and how it works here.
Reiki and goal setting might seem like an unlikely pairing at first. Reiki is an energy healing practice — so how exactly can it help us achieve our goals? If you choose the Reiki path, healing is often where the journey begins. When you decide to pursue a life-changing dream, there is almost always room for deeper healing and clarity along the way — and that is exactly what Reiki can offer.
You might come into a session feeling ready to take the leap, only to discover that old stories about yourself are quietly holding you back. Stories you need to gently release in order to step into the next version of who you’re becoming. Or perhaps you feel capable and inspired, but your mind is racing with ideas and you’re struggling to find the grounded, practical steps to move forward. Reiki creates space for your mind to relax — to allow the puzzle pieces to quietly fall into place as you take this moment for yourself.
I use Reiki behind the scenes in my own life and business more than most people realize. Not long ago I sat down to write and found myself completely blocked. So I did what I always do — I settled into my Reiki chair and set an intention to work through whatever was in the way. I sat quietly for a moment and asked myself if the block had a shape, a color, a texture. Once I had a sense of it, I invited Reiki to focus its energy there — to help me heal and release it. Afterward I needed a nap. And then, almost without trying, the words came. Reiki allowed me to settle my mind so I could find clarity again.
Once you have a clearer plan, it’s time to take those inspired actions. Your dreams are yours to pursue. As you take new classes, read books, and find mentors, remember to mark each mini milestone along the way. Keep celebrating your wins. And when something doesn’t go as planned, that’s okay too — because that’s part of learning.
Every goal-setting journey has its bumpy stretches. Whether you’re changing careers, building a new habit, or working toward something deeply personal, there will always be ebbs and flows. Reiki can be there for you in those moments too — helping you feel grounded and centered, and giving you a renewed perspective when you’ve hit a rough patch or missed the mark.
As you move forward with diligence and consistency, you will find your way. It may be the journey of a lifetime, or it may be a stepping stone toward something even bigger. Either way, the most important thing is that you took that first step. You chose to believe in yourself and do the work. And one day, you will look back and feel so proud of how far you’ve come.
If you choose to use Reiki alongside your personal goal setting journey, I would encourage you to come into your appointment with a goal in mind. We’ll begin the session by getting quiet and specific — clarifying what you truly want, what it means to you, and what one inspired step forward might look like. Together we can even shape a personal mantra to carry with you. Then you settle in for your Reiki session, energetically aligned to the intention you just set. You leave with more clarity than you came in with. Less noise. More you.
If you’re ready to take that first step toward your dreams with the support of Reiki, I would love to be part of your journey. Click here to learn more about my Vision and Vitality goal setting sessions.
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Please note: I am not licensed, certified, or registered by the state of Colorado as a healthcare professional. I am not able to diagnose conditions, prescribe or perform medical treatment, prescribe substances, or interfere with the treatment of a licensed medical professional. Reiki is an energy technique used for stress reduction and relaxation and is not a substitute for medical care. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or mental health crisis, please contact your primary care provider and/or call 911.
Meet Rin
I found Reiki when I needed it most — not as a business, but as a lifeline. It reconnected me to a sense of wonder I thought I’d outgrown, and eventually, I felt called to offer that same doorway to others.
I’m a certified Usui/Holy Fire® III Reiki Master practitioner based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and I believe with my whole heart that magic is real — it’s just been waiting for you to look up.
