Living the Reiki Life

Ep. 65. Manifestation, Self-Love & the Inner Work with Kelsey Aida

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 mattersSelf-love as one of the most powerful manifestation toolsFeeling safe to receive Kelsey’s grounded, soul-aligned take on manifestingAttracting ideal, aligned clients in businessThe realities of the entrepreneur’s journeyThe importance of inner work and honouring your energyListening to your intuition & energy when making big decisionsKelsey’s courses and offeringsConnect with Kelsey:https://www.instagram.com/kelseyaida/?hl=enwww.kelseyaida.comJoin us on Instagram: 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/Sign Up for our Upcoming REIKI CIRCLE: Sunday January 18th @ 10:30 a.m. CSThttps://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=83736771

Ep. 64 - Reiki & Pendulums

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 tipsJoin us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/For more information about us & our offerings:Kristi:  https://www.instagram.com/thebirchsoul/Amanda: https://www.instagram.com/reiki_with_manda/

Ep. 63 Reiki & Animal Communication with Shannon Cutts

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 lifetimeConnect with Shannon: https://www.animallovelanguages.com/https://www.instagram.com/loveandfeathersandshells/#Join us on Instagram: 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/

Ep. 62 Unlocking Emotional Freedom: The Emotion Code + Body Code with Nicole Bear

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 CodeHow trapped emotions can affect physical and emotional well-beingStories of healing — including how this work can help animalsHow The Body Code helps identify and release energetic imbalancesUnderstanding inherited emotionsAutomatic writingNicole’s kundalini awakening experience Connect with Nicole:https://www.nicolebear.ca/nicole.bearcp@outlook.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/living.the.reiki.life/ For more information about us & our offerings: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

Ep. 61 I Have My Reiki Level 2…Now What??

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 firstHow to begin offering sessions (and when to start charging)Setting up your practical foundations; website, scheduler, and client formsShowing up authentically on social mediaThe energetics of pricing and money as sacred exchangeTrusting the unfolding of your unique pathEncouragement to start messy, stay connected, and follow the energyBooks mentioned:The Spirit of Reiki by Walter Lubbock, Frank Arjava Petter, William Lee RandElectric Body, Electric Health by Eileen Day McKusick, Heal your Body by Louis HayeJoin us on Instagram: 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/