Dear Friends,
As a practitioner of both Yoga and Reiki, people often ask me how Yoga and Reiki relate to each other. I see them both as paths of self improvement that lead to “self realization”. Practiced together, they can support each other and lead the practitioner to the ultimate goal, “self-realization” or being “Great Bright Light”.
1) Physical practice: Both Yoga and Reiki typically associated with physical practice at first. Yoga in the West is associated with asana (posture) practice which is typically practiced to build power, strength, flexibility and balance. Similarly, first emphasis of Reiki practice is at the physical level, as a hands-on healing modality. Reiki practitioners typically start practicing hand positions to “channel” energy to induce relaxation, and promote health. The practitioner of both disciplines delves into the other components of the practice once they see that even the physical practice helps to promote well-being.
2) Built on pillars: Both Yoga and Reiki have supporting pillars other than just being the physical practice. Yoga, a 5000 year-old philosophy, depending on what type of philosophy you’re attracted to, has moral codes, breathing exercises, concentration and meditation techniques; all of which step by steps leads the practitioner to “self-realization”. Similarly, Reiki is supported with 5 Reiki precepts, attunements, symbols, mantras and meditations; providing a complete and a clear path to practitioner to discover and bring out the “divine self” and to be the “Great Bright Light”.
3) Taking the practice off-the mat/ or off-the Reiki table: Both Yoga and Reiki practitioners are encouraged to take the practice off the mat or off the Reiki table. Yoga supports practitioners with yama/niyamas or moral codes (compassion, truthfulness, honesty, self-restraint, non-possessiveness, purity, contentment, discipline, self-examination, surrendering). Reiki practitioners are encouraged to apply the practice to daily life by practicing the 5 precepts (Just for Today, Do not Anger, Do not worry, Be Grateful, Work hard, Be kind to all living beings).
4) Breathing: Both Yoga and Reiki use breath as a bridge between body and mind. In Yoga, a whole pillar of Pranayama practice offer practitioners an art of mastering life force energy. In Reiki, breath is an integral part of major techniques and meditations. Practitioners introduced to techniques, like Joshin Kokyu Ho, that use breath and Reiki (the spiritual energy) to connect, build and expand the energy-self.
5) Meditations: For some yoga practitioners, yoga practice equates to meditation. There are many traditions and techniques built around meditation practices to calm the mind and help practitioners to realize “self”. In Reiki, there are different levels of meditations that go hand in hand with the deepening Reiki practice.
6) Initiations: Repeated Reiki initiations or Reiju, help practitioners re-align and refine the connection to Spiritual Energy. Reiki practitioners are encouraged to get initiations frequently. In Yoga, depending on the lineage, initiations bring the energetic connection to the lineage and the connection is typically kept by keeping the attunement to the Guru (by serving, meditating on the Guru, etc.).
7) Practice,Practice,Practice: In both Yoga and Reiki, one’s own practice is utmost important. In Reiki, practice means practice of hands-on healing, precepts, meditations, symbols and mantras and attunements. In Yoga, depending on your inclinations, your practice can be selfless service, devotion, self-study or a combination of posture practice, breathing, contemplation and meditation. In both modalities, the prize of your practice is priceless :-)
I also find yoga very helpful to help connect to Earth and strengthen the grounding. Being balanced between Earth and Heaven energies is one of the goals of Japanese Reiki. There is one yoga posture that represents this phenomena: Tadasana-The Mountain. Standing up, feet hip distance apart, press the feet down, slightly pull the knee caps, firm the thigh muscles and lengthen thru the spine, roll the shoulders blades up and down, lift thru the crown of the head and feel the firm roots down the Earth. Be like a Mountain, firmly grounded to the Earth. Then raise your arms to a V and grow out to the Heavens, like the Mountains do. You are the perfect balance between Earth and Heaven, the Human Being.
Yoga means “Union”; union of body, mind, spirit and also union with the Universe and Divine. Reiki, for me, is a practice to bring the “Divine self out” and “to be the Great Bright Light itself”. These two paths, Yoga and Reiki, having the same ultimate goal and all supporting practices (precepts, breathing, meditations) make a great couple in the path of self realization.
Healing Wednesdays at Free food bank in Manna Outreach now every week 10am-1pm
Please contact Elfriede directly at elfriede@knopf-family.net
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday November 16th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Reiki Chanting on Friday November 18th at 7pm in CYS:
Our friend Jeff Emerson is organizing another Chanting night on Friday November 18th (7pm-9pm) at the Cincinnati Yoga School, 6125 Ridge Rd. If you never experienced the power of group chanting of the Reiki mantras you should try to make it. Level two or above Reiki practitioners would be best but no one would be turned away. I’ll be there. I might bring a surprise guest too :-)
Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training: Frans Stiene is coming back for a Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training in June 8-9-10, 2012!!! The class is almost full already. Hurry up. For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com/
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning and FB. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com or type CincinnatiReiki at Facebook.
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Dear friends,
Last month I’ve mentioned that all my personal practices completely merged into one. They are now all indivisible pieces of the same practice to bring out the “Divine within”.
For a long time I saw these practices as separate ones. They all served a specific purpose for me. I always used yoga as my home base though. I had my yoga asana practice to keep physical well-being, meditation for increasing awareness and a calm mind and I used my dedicated meditation path, which is simple, pure, that takes me to the core of it all, to lift me up. I used yama/niyamas as my ethical precepts and yoga philosophy to feed my soul. Then Reiki came into my life. At first I thought of Reiki as a tool to cultivate compassion. Then I realized the potential of Reiki as a complete spiritual practice and it quickly rose in ranks. It was helping me align to myself to my true self and balancing me and opening my heart.
Over years these practices interacted and mingled one another. I started seeing the similarities and how these practices all support each other. After all they were all tools for an enlightened mind, cultivating happiness, joy, peace, well-being physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
On Sunday October 16th, I’ll talk about on how these different practices interact and mingle with each other, keeping the base as Reiki as a spiritual self-development path.
More to come next months, on how Yoga and Reiki relates to each other :-)
Japanese Reiki Teachings for spiritual self-development on Sunday October 9th 2pm-5pmThis class explores how Japanese Reiki teachings can be a spiritual self-development path by delving into each of the 5 pillars of the Reiki system (precepts, symbols, mantras, meditations, hands-on healing). This is a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of Japanese Reiki or expose yourself to Japanese Reiki teachings. Class also explores how pillars of Reiki system correspond to paths in other major spiritual traditions. There are 4 symbols in Reiki, 4 doors in Sufism, 4 Vedas in Yoga and many more...
This class is for Reiki 2 practitioners and Reiki Masters who want to deepen their Reiki experience. It’ll be in Price Hill. If you learned Reiki with me, it’s a free continuous education class, $30 for all others. Please register, class size is limited. I’ll pass Reiju (Japanese Reiki blessings).
Location: Summit View Residences- Club House , 2650 Lehman Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
Reiki Day on Sunday October 16th 9:30pm - 5:00pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Another fun filled day is awaiting the Reiki practitioners. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:00 pm. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost (~$20/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends. Register at CincinnatiReiki at FB or Ning.
Healing Wednesdays at Free food bank in Manna Outreach now every week 10am-1pmPlease contact Elfriede directly at elfriede@knopf-family.net
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday October 19th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Last but not least : Frans Stiene is coming back for a Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training in June 8-9-10, 2012!!!
For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Last month I’ve mentioned that all my personal practices completely merged into one. They are now all indivisible pieces of the same practice to bring out the “Divine within”.
For a long time I saw these practices as separate ones. They all served a specific purpose for me. I always used yoga as my home base though. I had my yoga asana practice to keep physical well-being, meditation for increasing awareness and a calm mind and I used my dedicated meditation path, which is simple, pure, that takes me to the core of it all, to lift me up. I used yama/niyamas as my ethical precepts and yoga philosophy to feed my soul. Then Reiki came into my life. At first I thought of Reiki as a tool to cultivate compassion. Then I realized the potential of Reiki as a complete spiritual practice and it quickly rose in ranks. It was helping me align to myself to my true self and balancing me and opening my heart.
Over years these practices interacted and mingled one another. I started seeing the similarities and how these practices all support each other. After all they were all tools for an enlightened mind, cultivating happiness, joy, peace, well-being physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
On Sunday October 16th, I’ll talk about on how these different practices interact and mingle with each other, keeping the base as Reiki as a spiritual self-development path.
More to come next months, on how Yoga and Reiki relates to each other :-)
Japanese Reiki Teachings for spiritual self-development on Sunday October 9th 2pm-5pmThis class explores how Japanese Reiki teachings can be a spiritual self-development path by delving into each of the 5 pillars of the Reiki system (precepts, symbols, mantras, meditations, hands-on healing). This is a great opportunity to refresh your knowledge of Japanese Reiki or expose yourself to Japanese Reiki teachings. Class also explores how pillars of Reiki system correspond to paths in other major spiritual traditions. There are 4 symbols in Reiki, 4 doors in Sufism, 4 Vedas in Yoga and many more...
This class is for Reiki 2 practitioners and Reiki Masters who want to deepen their Reiki experience. It’ll be in Price Hill. If you learned Reiki with me, it’s a free continuous education class, $30 for all others. Please register, class size is limited. I’ll pass Reiju (Japanese Reiki blessings).
Location: Summit View Residences- Club House , 2650 Lehman Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio 45204
Reiki Day on Sunday October 16th 9:30pm - 5:00pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Another fun filled day is awaiting the Reiki practitioners. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:00 pm. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost (~$20/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends. Register at CincinnatiReiki at FB or Ning.
Healing Wednesdays at Free food bank in Manna Outreach now every week 10am-1pmPlease contact Elfriede directly at elfriede@knopf-family.net
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday October 19th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Last but not least : Frans Stiene is coming back for a Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training in June 8-9-10, 2012!!!
For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Friday, September 2, 2011
Dear All,
What a busy summer it was! Here is a summary of what happened in last 2 months: After 9 months of preparations, Shinpiden class was a great success. We’ve had an awesome public talk at NTUC and as expected, Frans rocked Cincinnati! His simple but profound way of explaining Reiki, sharing Reiki without “doing” but “being”, was a fresh approach for many. The Shinpiden class was “unbelievable”. I knew it, but still, I feel so relieved that participants who entrusted our experience (Sundar, Tony and mine), left the class with the same amazing experiences. Entire class were blown away during the course of the three days. One person wrote” I am completely and fully enjoying all the changes that are occurring since Shinpiden Class. Everyday is bringing new Awareness and Awakenings. Shinpiden Class is a must for any Reiki Practitioner. Progress is evident and vibrant”. Wow that’s quite a statement. We will be working on bringing Frans back in 2012!
Yet only few days after the Shinpiden class, I had the privilege and good luck (and ok there is some past karma there too!) to spend 8 days in intensive teachings with Dalai Lama. Most people are asking me what I’ve learned. It’s hard to explain it in words but in short: all my personal practices completely merged into one. They are now all indivisible pieces of the same practice to bring out the “Divine within”. As 3 years ago, Frans’s Shinpiden class brought all the missing pieces of Reiki for me together, having Shinpiden class and Dalai Lama’s teachings back to back, has brought all the practices I’ve been practicing together for me. This includes yoga, Reiki, meditation and all the practices I’ve been doing to cultivate a nicer and happier person :-)
I’ve been sharing some of the teachings from Dalai Lama in my Facebook page. I’ll also integrate most of them to some of the advance Reiki continuous education classes. What strongly came to me after these classes was: I can’t afford to skip a meditation anymore, I need to invest to my own practice ever more so and I need to make teachings part of my everyday life even more so (I’m blessed with the perfect environment for this: a corporate job and a family). For a brief while, I thought of quit teaching overall; yoga, Reiki everything and make my own practice the core. However, in next 4 days following the Shinpiden class, 4-5 Reiki students independently contacted me asking for support for their practice. I took this as a serious message and I decided to re-start Reiki gatherings (which I haven't been doing for a WHILE). So, I’m thrilled to announce the first gatherings of the year, here we go:
Japanese Reiki Teachings-Refresher on Wednesday September 14th 7 pm - 9 pm in my home in West ChesterThis class explores the difference between Reiki as thought and practiced in the West vs. Traditional Japanese Reiki. This can be a great refresher class for core principles and practices of Reiki or a continuous education class for those who are trained in another lineage and want to expand their knowledge about Japanese Reiki practices.
Deep Dive into Symbols on Wednesday September 21st 7pm – 9 pm in my home in West ChesterThis class is an in depth exploration of Reiki symbols. We’ll discuss the meaning and function of the symbols. Did you know that the ultimate goal of symbols is to “be what the Symbols represent” and eventually drop them? So, how can we practice symbols to “be the symbol itself”? This class is for Reiki 2 and above practitioners only.
These classes are free continuous education classes for my students. It’s $30/class for all others. Please RSVP at Ning, FB or send an e-mail to turquoizen@yahoo.com. Space is limited.
Free Wellness Event at Grace Tree Yoga Studio on September 11, 2011 1 pm - 6 pmGrace Tree wellness practitioners and local businesses will be on site with information about healing services and products as well as providing presentations and demonstrations throughout the day. Yoga therapy, Hypnotherapy, Ayurvedic counseling, Holistic coaching services, Acupuncture and Qi gong, Reflexology, Natural Birth services, Reiki, Meditation, Wellness products. Grace Tree is located on 8933 Cin-Day Road, West Chester. No need to register, just stop by. I’ll offer a Reiki intro at mini sessions starting at 2 pm, followed by my regular Meditation meet-up at 5pm.
Healing Wednesdays at Free food bank in Manna Outreach in Price Hill“Healing Wednesdays” are now every Wednesday at the free food bank of Manna Outreach at Price Hill!. A group of Reiki practitioners offer Reiki to those who need. It’s very rewarding to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. Come stop by any time between 10 am and 1 pm and stay for as long as you want. Please contact Elfriede at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Stay tuned to news for next Reiki Day in October, we’re working to finalize the day, either Oct 9th or 16th at Grailville from 9:30 am until 5pm. Everyone is invited!
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
What a busy summer it was! Here is a summary of what happened in last 2 months: After 9 months of preparations, Shinpiden class was a great success. We’ve had an awesome public talk at NTUC and as expected, Frans rocked Cincinnati! His simple but profound way of explaining Reiki, sharing Reiki without “doing” but “being”, was a fresh approach for many. The Shinpiden class was “unbelievable”. I knew it, but still, I feel so relieved that participants who entrusted our experience (Sundar, Tony and mine), left the class with the same amazing experiences. Entire class were blown away during the course of the three days. One person wrote” I am completely and fully enjoying all the changes that are occurring since Shinpiden Class. Everyday is bringing new Awareness and Awakenings. Shinpiden Class is a must for any Reiki Practitioner. Progress is evident and vibrant”. Wow that’s quite a statement. We will be working on bringing Frans back in 2012!
Yet only few days after the Shinpiden class, I had the privilege and good luck (and ok there is some past karma there too!) to spend 8 days in intensive teachings with Dalai Lama. Most people are asking me what I’ve learned. It’s hard to explain it in words but in short: all my personal practices completely merged into one. They are now all indivisible pieces of the same practice to bring out the “Divine within”. As 3 years ago, Frans’s Shinpiden class brought all the missing pieces of Reiki for me together, having Shinpiden class and Dalai Lama’s teachings back to back, has brought all the practices I’ve been practicing together for me. This includes yoga, Reiki, meditation and all the practices I’ve been doing to cultivate a nicer and happier person :-)
I’ve been sharing some of the teachings from Dalai Lama in my Facebook page. I’ll also integrate most of them to some of the advance Reiki continuous education classes. What strongly came to me after these classes was: I can’t afford to skip a meditation anymore, I need to invest to my own practice ever more so and I need to make teachings part of my everyday life even more so (I’m blessed with the perfect environment for this: a corporate job and a family). For a brief while, I thought of quit teaching overall; yoga, Reiki everything and make my own practice the core. However, in next 4 days following the Shinpiden class, 4-5 Reiki students independently contacted me asking for support for their practice. I took this as a serious message and I decided to re-start Reiki gatherings (which I haven't been doing for a WHILE). So, I’m thrilled to announce the first gatherings of the year, here we go:
Japanese Reiki Teachings-Refresher on Wednesday September 14th 7 pm - 9 pm in my home in West ChesterThis class explores the difference between Reiki as thought and practiced in the West vs. Traditional Japanese Reiki. This can be a great refresher class for core principles and practices of Reiki or a continuous education class for those who are trained in another lineage and want to expand their knowledge about Japanese Reiki practices.
Deep Dive into Symbols on Wednesday September 21st 7pm – 9 pm in my home in West ChesterThis class is an in depth exploration of Reiki symbols. We’ll discuss the meaning and function of the symbols. Did you know that the ultimate goal of symbols is to “be what the Symbols represent” and eventually drop them? So, how can we practice symbols to “be the symbol itself”? This class is for Reiki 2 and above practitioners only.
These classes are free continuous education classes for my students. It’s $30/class for all others. Please RSVP at Ning, FB or send an e-mail to turquoizen@yahoo.com. Space is limited.
Free Wellness Event at Grace Tree Yoga Studio on September 11, 2011 1 pm - 6 pmGrace Tree wellness practitioners and local businesses will be on site with information about healing services and products as well as providing presentations and demonstrations throughout the day. Yoga therapy, Hypnotherapy, Ayurvedic counseling, Holistic coaching services, Acupuncture and Qi gong, Reflexology, Natural Birth services, Reiki, Meditation, Wellness products. Grace Tree is located on 8933 Cin-Day Road, West Chester. No need to register, just stop by. I’ll offer a Reiki intro at mini sessions starting at 2 pm, followed by my regular Meditation meet-up at 5pm.
Healing Wednesdays at Free food bank in Manna Outreach in Price Hill“Healing Wednesdays” are now every Wednesday at the free food bank of Manna Outreach at Price Hill!. A group of Reiki practitioners offer Reiki to those who need. It’s very rewarding to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. Come stop by any time between 10 am and 1 pm and stay for as long as you want. Please contact Elfriede at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Stay tuned to news for next Reiki Day in October, we’re working to finalize the day, either Oct 9th or 16th at Grailville from 9:30 am until 5pm. Everyone is invited!
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Reiki Newsletter- June 2011
Dear All,
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, is one of my favorite books. Recently I had a chance to read it again after almost 10 years since the first time I’ve read it. Only now I can see the similarities with Reiki principles. Here are excerpts from the book:
Be impeccable with your Word- Speak with Integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or gossip about others. Use the power of word in the direction of truth and lover. This agreement reminds me the Reiki principle “Be kind to all living beings”, including yourself, do not hurt anyone or yourself with the words (or even the thoughts).
Don’t take anything personally- Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering. Isn’t that the primary reason why we get angry, because we take things personally or when someone pushes our bottons, so “Just for Today, Do not Anger”.
Don’t make assumptions- Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life. One antidote to anger and worry is to express our feelings and emotions clearly and share them appropriately. Also everything we hear and feel are filtered from our own belief systems and experiences. By not making assumptions we can bypass all inherited beliefs.
Always Do your Best- Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you’re healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstances, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret.“Just for today” reminds us to live in the moment, this agreement helps us to try our best in the moment.
Reiki 2 Class on Sunday June 26th at my home from 10:00 am till 5:30 pm
Are you ready to take your Reiki practice to the next level? This class is empowered with Japanese Reiki Teachings and introduces the “symbols” as a means to invoke particular energies to help enhance your mental, emotional and spiritual healing. You will learn symbols to help you ground to the Earth, balance with Heaven and connect to the whole Universe.
At the end of the class, students will learn how to draw, how to activate and where to use the symbols in daily life as well as techniques for distant healing.
The fee is $125/ person. A light vegetarian lunch will be served.
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday June 15th 18th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Healing Wednesdays on June 15th from 10 am til 2pm
“Healing Wednesdays” is to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. It’s very fulfilling to provide Reiki to those who need it the most and can’t afford it. People start to line up at the free food bank at 10 am and we offer Reiki to all those who wait in line. Come stop by any time and stay for as long as you want. We take shifts. Contact Elfriede directly to register at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Meditation Meet-ups & Gentle Yoga Classes at Grace Tree Yoga Studio
Meditation meet-up on second Sunday’s and gentle yoga classes on Thursady evenings continue at grace Tree Yoga studio at West Chester. I’d be thrilled if you join me. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Last but not least , a reminder on Frans’ schedule:
Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training on July 1st thru July 3rd at Grailville Caravansary Bld.: This class is almost full. Let me know if you want to be part of this life changing experience. For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
Free Public Talk on Thursday June 30th from 7 pm until 9pm: Frans will give a free public talk on “Japanese Art of Reiki”. Don’t miss this opportunity!! Invite your family and friends. The talk will be at New Thought Unity Center at 1401 E. Mc.Millan Avenue. http://www.ntunity.org/pages/content/directions.html
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, is one of my favorite books. Recently I had a chance to read it again after almost 10 years since the first time I’ve read it. Only now I can see the similarities with Reiki principles. Here are excerpts from the book:
Be impeccable with your Word- Speak with Integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or gossip about others. Use the power of word in the direction of truth and lover. This agreement reminds me the Reiki principle “Be kind to all living beings”, including yourself, do not hurt anyone or yourself with the words (or even the thoughts).
Don’t take anything personally- Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won’t be the victim of needless suffering. Isn’t that the primary reason why we get angry, because we take things personally or when someone pushes our bottons, so “Just for Today, Do not Anger”.
Don’t make assumptions- Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life. One antidote to anger and worry is to express our feelings and emotions clearly and share them appropriately. Also everything we hear and feel are filtered from our own belief systems and experiences. By not making assumptions we can bypass all inherited beliefs.
Always Do your Best- Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you’re healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstances, simply do your best, and you will avoid self-judgment, self-abuse, and regret.“Just for today” reminds us to live in the moment, this agreement helps us to try our best in the moment.
Reiki 2 Class on Sunday June 26th at my home from 10:00 am till 5:30 pm
Are you ready to take your Reiki practice to the next level? This class is empowered with Japanese Reiki Teachings and introduces the “symbols” as a means to invoke particular energies to help enhance your mental, emotional and spiritual healing. You will learn symbols to help you ground to the Earth, balance with Heaven and connect to the whole Universe.
At the end of the class, students will learn how to draw, how to activate and where to use the symbols in daily life as well as techniques for distant healing.
The fee is $125/ person. A light vegetarian lunch will be served.
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday June 15th 18th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Healing Wednesdays on June 15th from 10 am til 2pm
“Healing Wednesdays” is to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. It’s very fulfilling to provide Reiki to those who need it the most and can’t afford it. People start to line up at the free food bank at 10 am and we offer Reiki to all those who wait in line. Come stop by any time and stay for as long as you want. We take shifts. Contact Elfriede directly to register at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Meditation Meet-ups & Gentle Yoga Classes at Grace Tree Yoga Studio
Meditation meet-up on second Sunday’s and gentle yoga classes on Thursady evenings continue at grace Tree Yoga studio at West Chester. I’d be thrilled if you join me. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Last but not least , a reminder on Frans’ schedule:
Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training on July 1st thru July 3rd at Grailville Caravansary Bld.: This class is almost full. Let me know if you want to be part of this life changing experience. For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
Free Public Talk on Thursday June 30th from 7 pm until 9pm: Frans will give a free public talk on “Japanese Art of Reiki”. Don’t miss this opportunity!! Invite your family and friends. The talk will be at New Thought Unity Center at 1401 E. Mc.Millan Avenue. http://www.ntunity.org/pages/content/directions.html
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Dear All,
Spring is the perfect time for cleaning and a fresh start. I started this new challenge and I’m so excited. This year I decided to try extreme Spring Cleaning. That’s not cleaning the house (wish that would happen too) but trying to see if I can live with 100 things only! My dear sister-in-law sent me a link last week and I’m completely in it. I wasn’t aware “Living with 100 things” was a recent trend that people are trying to reduce belongings and live a simpler life. At first it sounds easy, or OK, but wait until you start taking an inventory. I was always proud to think that I lived a simpler life. How many nail polishes is a woman allowed to have? How about accessories, jewelry, nick knacks. I quickly realized I need to put some rules of myself (which most people who follow this trend do). The common things that I share with my family won’t count (at first). The couch, the carpet, the TV, kitchen utensils, etc. I decided to start to reduce my “personal” belongings first. If I‘d leave for a trip to live for 1 year alone, what would I take with me? I started with jewelry first. I thought that would be easiest because I simply don’t wear much jewelry, Well…my wedding ring, the ring my mom gave me as a wedding gift, my ring with the Mayan calendar on it, ring that reminds me a triology and unity that I got from Peru, another favorite ring: 5 rings; to add to that ;the wrist band that reminds me my wows, the wrist band that reminds me of my best friend. Do I really need to wear something to remind me something else? As you see it’s getting complicated. The good news is underwear and socks count as 1 each :-) Watch where I go with this :-)Does anyone need jewelry, I have a bag full of it. :-)
http://guynameddave.com/100-thing-challenge/
http://zenhabits.net/minimalist-fun-the-100-things-challenge/
TODAY! Yin Yoga Class on Sunday May 1st and Sunday May 8th at 6 pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’ll sub two Yin Yoga classes for my dear friend Heather this month. It’s hard to fill her shoes but I’m so excited to slow down and enjoy teaching a Yin Yoga class. Come join me.
Reiki 1 Class on Saturday May 7th at Wellness Community in Blue Ash from 9:30 am till 6:30 pmIf you know anyone who has cancer, let them know they’re not alone. Wellness community is a non-profit organization that supports cancer patients and their families with wonderful (and free) programs. As you know, I’m volunteering to teach Reiki classes there. Refer anyone you know to WC! http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati/calendar/default.php
Mother’s Day Meditation Meet-up on Sunday May 8th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio Bring your moms to meditate together on this month’s Meditation meet-up at Grace Tree Yoga Studio. Join me every second Sunday to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted).
http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday May 18th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes continue on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Last but not least , a reminder on Frans’ schedule:
Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training on July 1st thru July 3rd at Grailville Caravansary Bld.: This class is almost full. Let me know if you want to be part of this life changing experience. For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
Free Public Talk on Thursday June 30th from 7 pm until 9pm: Frans is kind enough to give a free public talk. Don’t miss this opportunity!! Invite your family and friends. We are working on the venue and will soon announce it!
Personal Treatments with Frans on Wednedsay June 29th and Thursday June 30th at Grailville: Frans will be offering personal treatments while he’ here. It’s $125 for 1 hour session. Thursday is full already and only 4 spots left for Wednesday.
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Spring is the perfect time for cleaning and a fresh start. I started this new challenge and I’m so excited. This year I decided to try extreme Spring Cleaning. That’s not cleaning the house (wish that would happen too) but trying to see if I can live with 100 things only! My dear sister-in-law sent me a link last week and I’m completely in it. I wasn’t aware “Living with 100 things” was a recent trend that people are trying to reduce belongings and live a simpler life. At first it sounds easy, or OK, but wait until you start taking an inventory. I was always proud to think that I lived a simpler life. How many nail polishes is a woman allowed to have? How about accessories, jewelry, nick knacks. I quickly realized I need to put some rules of myself (which most people who follow this trend do). The common things that I share with my family won’t count (at first). The couch, the carpet, the TV, kitchen utensils, etc. I decided to start to reduce my “personal” belongings first. If I‘d leave for a trip to live for 1 year alone, what would I take with me? I started with jewelry first. I thought that would be easiest because I simply don’t wear much jewelry, Well…my wedding ring, the ring my mom gave me as a wedding gift, my ring with the Mayan calendar on it, ring that reminds me a triology and unity that I got from Peru, another favorite ring: 5 rings; to add to that ;the wrist band that reminds me my wows, the wrist band that reminds me of my best friend. Do I really need to wear something to remind me something else? As you see it’s getting complicated. The good news is underwear and socks count as 1 each :-) Watch where I go with this :-)Does anyone need jewelry, I have a bag full of it. :-)
http://guynameddave.com/100-thing-challenge/
http://zenhabits.net/minimalist-fun-the-100-things-challenge/
TODAY! Yin Yoga Class on Sunday May 1st and Sunday May 8th at 6 pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’ll sub two Yin Yoga classes for my dear friend Heather this month. It’s hard to fill her shoes but I’m so excited to slow down and enjoy teaching a Yin Yoga class. Come join me.
Reiki 1 Class on Saturday May 7th at Wellness Community in Blue Ash from 9:30 am till 6:30 pmIf you know anyone who has cancer, let them know they’re not alone. Wellness community is a non-profit organization that supports cancer patients and their families with wonderful (and free) programs. As you know, I’m volunteering to teach Reiki classes there. Refer anyone you know to WC! http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati/calendar/default.php
Mother’s Day Meditation Meet-up on Sunday May 8th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio Bring your moms to meditate together on this month’s Meditation meet-up at Grace Tree Yoga Studio. Join me every second Sunday to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted).
http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday May 18th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes continue on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Last but not least , a reminder on Frans’ schedule:
Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher Training on July 1st thru July 3rd at Grailville Caravansary Bld.: This class is almost full. Let me know if you want to be part of this life changing experience. For more info: http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
Free Public Talk on Thursday June 30th from 7 pm until 9pm: Frans is kind enough to give a free public talk. Don’t miss this opportunity!! Invite your family and friends. We are working on the venue and will soon announce it!
Personal Treatments with Frans on Wednedsay June 29th and Thursday June 30th at Grailville: Frans will be offering personal treatments while he’ here. It’s $125 for 1 hour session. Thursday is full already and only 4 spots left for Wednesday.
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Friday, April 1, 2011
Dear All,
The day is here…. Almost here… Reiki Day is on this Sunday April 3rd. Don’t miss this great opportunity to get together as a community, to learn, share and have fun. I’ll miss this one as I’ll be heading to China tomorrow but I’ll be thinking of you all. You’ll be in such good hands. Patricia will lead the meeting, Michael and Gwynne will help. Enjoy every bit of it!
Reiki Day on Sunday April 3rd 9:30pm - 5:30pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Like last time, the morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers* from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:30 pm. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The agenda is attached. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost ($20/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends.
Please sign up at Ning http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/events/reiki-day-for or send Patricia an e-mail (patgarry@fuse.net).
* A Reiki Master/Teacher is someone who knows how to attune others to Reiki. Reiki teaching experience is not necessary to participate in the morning session.
Meditation Meet-up on Sunday April 10th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’m facilitating monthly Meditation group meetings at Grace Tree Yoga Studio every second Sunday of the month. Join me each month to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted). http://www.gracetreestudio.com/ Reiki
World Peace Meditation on Wednesday April 20th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com/
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/ Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
The day is here…. Almost here… Reiki Day is on this Sunday April 3rd. Don’t miss this great opportunity to get together as a community, to learn, share and have fun. I’ll miss this one as I’ll be heading to China tomorrow but I’ll be thinking of you all. You’ll be in such good hands. Patricia will lead the meeting, Michael and Gwynne will help. Enjoy every bit of it!
Reiki Day on Sunday April 3rd 9:30pm - 5:30pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Like last time, the morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers* from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:30 pm. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The agenda is attached. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost ($20/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends.
Please sign up at Ning http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/events/reiki-day-for or send Patricia an e-mail (patgarry@fuse.net).
* A Reiki Master/Teacher is someone who knows how to attune others to Reiki. Reiki teaching experience is not necessary to participate in the morning session.
Meditation Meet-up on Sunday April 10th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio I’m facilitating monthly Meditation group meetings at Grace Tree Yoga Studio every second Sunday of the month. Join me each month to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted). http://www.gracetreestudio.com/ Reiki
World Peace Meditation on Wednesday April 20th 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com/
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/ Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Dear All,
I’m thrilled to officially announce that Frans Stiene is coming to Cincinnati to hold a Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher training in July 1-3. You’ve heard me talk about Frans a lot in last couple years. I’ve learned Reiki from William Rand (whom I love dearly) and I was teaching Reiki for 4 years when I attended Frans’ class. I probably would not go to the Shinpiden class, if I hadn’t seen the transformation in my good friend Sundar. What else I could possibly learn, right? Then my whole understanding of Reiki has changed, the way I practice and teach Reiki has changed. After all, I’m grateful to have come across Frans and I truly want you all to have the same opportunity. We’ll have an awesome couple mid-summer days in Grailville with Frans. Did I mention he’s coming from Australia? We’ll have 3 days of Shinpiden class, 1 day private Reiki sessions and a free evening talk for everyone to get a glimpse of him. As you see I’m really excited! The strange thing about his classes; people keep going back to the same class over and over again. This will be my 2nd time, Sundar’s 3rd time and Tony’s 4th time (yes Tony went to his class 3 times already in last year!, I bet a record). I know it’s a big investment but I still think this was the best investment I’ve done for myself (and I also had to fly to NYC and stay in Manhattan). I’m thrilled that I don’t have to pay airfare to go to his class this time (and he has discounted rates for his former students) :-) I already dream of warm summer nights, sitting outside at Grailville’s gardens under thousands of brilliant stars, with Reiki friends and talking about life, our passions and of course Reiki. Accommodation in Grailville’s old Victorian house, House of Joy, will be available. You can join me to stay there. Please check our training blog. You can find all information there. Let me or Sundar know if you have any questions. There are only 20 spot available and 7 people have signed up already.
http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
http://www.reiki.net.au
Another exciting event is only a month away. You’ve guessed right! REIKI DAY! I must tell you I envy you. I’d really like to join you all for the Reiki Day but I’ll be in a business trip. I’m grateful that other Reiki Masters stepped up and will coordinate the Reiki Day. Patricia will lead the day. I’d like to thank everyone who volunteered to help, Gwynne, Michael, Tony, Sarah, Sundar, Bruce. It’ll be another awesome day.
Reiki Day on Sunday April 3rd 9:30pm - 5:30pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Like last time, the morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers* from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:30 pm. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The draft agenda is attached. Please let me or Patricia (patgarry@fuse.net) know about your agenda suggestions or recommendations. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost (expect ~$15/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends.
Please sign up at Ning http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/events/reiki-day-for or send me an e-mail.
* A Reiki Master/Teacher is someone who knows how to attune others to Reiki. Reiki teaching experience is not necessary to participate in the morning session.
Meditation Meet-up on Sunday March 13th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’m facilitating monthly Meditation group meetings at Grace Tree Yoga Studio every second Sunday of the month. Join me each month to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted).
http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Healing Wednesday will be on Wednesday March 16th from 10 am till 2 pm
“Healing Wednesdays” is to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. It’s very fulfilling to provide Reiki to those who need it the most and can’t afford it. People start to line up at the free food bank at 10 am and we offer Reiki to all those who wait in line. Come stop by any time and stay for as long as you want. We take shifts. Contact Elfriede directly to register at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday March 16 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
I’m thrilled to officially announce that Frans Stiene is coming to Cincinnati to hold a Reiki Shinpiden Master/Teacher training in July 1-3. You’ve heard me talk about Frans a lot in last couple years. I’ve learned Reiki from William Rand (whom I love dearly) and I was teaching Reiki for 4 years when I attended Frans’ class. I probably would not go to the Shinpiden class, if I hadn’t seen the transformation in my good friend Sundar. What else I could possibly learn, right? Then my whole understanding of Reiki has changed, the way I practice and teach Reiki has changed. After all, I’m grateful to have come across Frans and I truly want you all to have the same opportunity. We’ll have an awesome couple mid-summer days in Grailville with Frans. Did I mention he’s coming from Australia? We’ll have 3 days of Shinpiden class, 1 day private Reiki sessions and a free evening talk for everyone to get a glimpse of him. As you see I’m really excited! The strange thing about his classes; people keep going back to the same class over and over again. This will be my 2nd time, Sundar’s 3rd time and Tony’s 4th time (yes Tony went to his class 3 times already in last year!, I bet a record). I know it’s a big investment but I still think this was the best investment I’ve done for myself (and I also had to fly to NYC and stay in Manhattan). I’m thrilled that I don’t have to pay airfare to go to his class this time (and he has discounted rates for his former students) :-) I already dream of warm summer nights, sitting outside at Grailville’s gardens under thousands of brilliant stars, with Reiki friends and talking about life, our passions and of course Reiki. Accommodation in Grailville’s old Victorian house, House of Joy, will be available. You can join me to stay there. Please check our training blog. You can find all information there. Let me or Sundar know if you have any questions. There are only 20 spot available and 7 people have signed up already.
http://cincinnatishinpiden.wordpress.com
http://www.reiki.net.au
Another exciting event is only a month away. You’ve guessed right! REIKI DAY! I must tell you I envy you. I’d really like to join you all for the Reiki Day but I’ll be in a business trip. I’m grateful that other Reiki Masters stepped up and will coordinate the Reiki Day. Patricia will lead the day. I’d like to thank everyone who volunteered to help, Gwynne, Michael, Tony, Sarah, Sundar, Bruce. It’ll be another awesome day.
Reiki Day on Sunday April 3rd 9:30pm - 5:30pm at Grailville Caravansary Bld.
Like last time, the morning session is for Reiki Master/Teachers* from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm; the afternoon session is for all Reiki practitioners from 1:30 pm until 5:30 pm. Day long events include discussions, experience share, Reiki share, Reiki drumming and Reiju (Reiki blessings). The draft agenda is attached. Please let me or Patricia (patgarry@fuse.net) know about your agenda suggestions or recommendations. The event is free, like always we'll split the cost (expect ~$15/person for Reiki Masters including lunch and $10/Reiki practitioners). Feel free to invite Reiki friends.
Please sign up at Ning http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com/events/reiki-day-for or send me an e-mail.
* A Reiki Master/Teacher is someone who knows how to attune others to Reiki. Reiki teaching experience is not necessary to participate in the morning session.
Meditation Meet-up on Sunday March 13th 5:00pm - 5:45pm at Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’m facilitating monthly Meditation group meetings at Grace Tree Yoga Studio every second Sunday of the month. Join me each month to experience the dynamics and support of meditating as a group. Each meet-up will begin with a brief introduction for newcomers on the basics of meditation and a grounding meditation. The rest of the time is open for everyone to have their own experience. All are welcome. Gatherings are free (Love offerings accepted).
http://www.gracetreestudio.com
Healing Wednesday will be on Wednesday March 16th from 10 am till 2 pm
“Healing Wednesdays” is to reach out to communities that can’t afford Reiki. It’s very fulfilling to provide Reiki to those who need it the most and can’t afford it. People start to line up at the free food bank at 10 am and we offer Reiki to all those who wait in line. Come stop by any time and stay for as long as you want. We take shifts. Contact Elfriede directly to register at elfriede@knopf-family.net.
Reiki World Peace Meditation on Wednesday March 16 7:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Join thousands of people around the world to send Reiki for World Peace. You can download the World Peace cards from William Rand’s web site: http://www.reiki.org/WPCM.html
Gentle Yoga classes on Thursday nights at 7pm Grace Tree Yoga Studio
I’d be thrilled if you could come to my Thursday night Yoga classes. We explore a sequence of gently paced Hatha yoga postures designed to stretch, tone, strengthen, and improve balance while increasing breath awareness. Flow moves from centering to breath (pranayama) postures (asana,) and final relaxation (savasana.). Emphasize is on "being" rather than doing. Perfect for all levels, especially those who look for a conscious practice. http://www.gracetreestudio.com
All other Reiki events (Reiki shares, support groups, clinics) are posted in Ning. Sign up to get invitations to new events. http://cincinnatireiki.ning.com
Reiki hugs,
Love & Light,
Zeynep “Premdasi” Yilmaz
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