I literally love providing Reiki Healing for animals. But I think there's a general lack of understanding amongst people as to just how powerful and effective it can be for our furry friends. Over the years, for example, I've responded to numerous calls for help in Community chats on social media, from people in distress, not knowing how to help their sick beloved pets. And the ridicule I have received in reply has been interesting to say the least. I don't take things personally though, I'm sure it's just a lack of understanding...
I'll be using cats as an example in this blog, solely for the fact that I'm a proud slave to two majestic creatures! However, Reiki / Energy Healing is beneficial to all animals!
So why is Reiki Healing so effective for animals, our furry friends?
Cats are Naturally Sensitive to Energy
Cats are highly attuned to their environment and the energies around them. If your energy is off, a cat will know, instantly! Cats can sense subtle shifts in energy fields, including changes in people’s emotions or the atmosphere in a room. They respond instinctively to imbalances in energy, and will always be close by to comfort you if you're sick or unhappy.
As an Animal Reiki Practitioner, I always perform Animal Energy Healing sessions via distance healing. This is really just to ensure that they can feel safe in the comfort of their own surroundings and can really relax during a session. Due to it's non-invasive nature, cats respond so well to the gentle flow of energy. And after the initial surprise of feeling something different, they usually lie down and chill throughout the whole session.
Stress Relief and Relaxation
Cats, like humans, can experience stress, anxiety, or trauma, whether due to environmental changes, past experiences, illness, or even the presence of other animals. If you've ever tried to bring a new animal into your home, you'll know all too well how traumatic this can be, for both you and the animals! So if you're feeling the physiological effects of this stress, you can guarantee your cat will be feeling it more!
Vet trips, house moves, cat fights, can all have an affect on a deep energetic level.
Pain Management and Healing Support
Cats can be difficult to read. They can be masters at disguising their pain. So those with chronic pain, such as arthritis or injury, may experience immense relief through energy healing. The gentle flow of energy can help unblock areas of stagnation or imbalance that might be contributing towards it.
If you've experienced a Reiki or Energy Healing session, you'll know first hand how calm and relaxed you can feel after. When cats enter this relaxed state, their bodies are able to heal more efficiently and effectively.
Emotional Healing and Trauma Release
Cats often hold onto emotional energy, especially if they have been through stressful experiences like being rehomed, separated from a family member, or involved in an accident. Energy healing can help dissolve these emotional blockages, allowing the cat to process and release unresolved feelings.
For cats who have been rescued from abusive situations or who have experienced significant stress, energy healing can offer deep emotional support. By helping to calm their nervous system and release trauma from their energy field, these cats can regain a sense of safety and trust more quickly.
Palliative Care
It's not something any of us want to think about, but none of us remain on this realm forever. And when that time is near, it can be very distressing for both us and our animals. Seeing your beloved pet in pain, not eating or just generally not being their usual bouncy self can be heartbreaking, leaving us feeling utterly helpless.
Some of the most emotional experiences I've had have been when a cat or dog has started eating again, started exploring again like their old selves before they take that walk over the rainbow bridge. I feel it's such a blessing to be able to help them come out of fear so that they can enjoy their last days or weeks with their family.
I've worked with many cats and dogs and the results have sometimes seemed miraculous.
But it's just energy.
Thats it.
Just focused intention creating the energy.
I simply help the energy to flow more freely so that the fur ball's own body can speed up the healing process. Everything is energy, and once we truly understand that, everything changes!
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