Whether you're a parent, grandparent, caregiver, or Reiki practitioner, this episode explores the world of Reiki for children and how this practice can support kids through life's ups and downs. From emotional overwhelm and sleep challenges to big life transitions, we discuss why families seek Reiki, what a child Reiki session can look like, and the unique considerations that come with working with children.


In this episode, we cover:

- The benefits of learning Reiki as a parent

- How to explain Reiki to children in a way they understand

- The importance of parental consent and creating a child-led experience

- What families seek Reiki support for

- In-person vs. distant Reiki sessions for children

- The role parents play in creating a supportive healing environment

- Lessons learned and real-life experiences from working with children


July Reiki Circle - Monday July 20th, 2026 7:00pm Saskatchewan time https://ReikiwithManda.as.me/?appointmentType=83736771


We're celebrating an incredible milestone, 100,000 podcast downloads! Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this community. To celebrate, we're hosting a giveaway on Instagram where you can enter to win a distant Reiki session with both of us.

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/

What if better digestion starts with your nervous system? In this episode, Dr. Meg Mill introduces her concept of neurodigestion and explains how stress, thought patterns, and the way we eat can influence digestion, hormone health, and nutrient absorption.

We explore the cephalic phase of digestion, the importance of slowing down at meals, and Dr. Meg's simple "7-Second Switch" practice for shifting your mindset and supporting your body's natural healing processes.

In this episode:

- What neurodigestion is and why it matters
- The connection between the nervous system and digestion
- How stress impacts nutrient absorption and hormone health
- The cephalic phase of digestion explained
- Why slowing down and chewing your food matters
- The 7-Second Switch and changing your inner dialogue
- Detoxification and supporting the body's natural processes
- Practical tools Dr. Meg teaches her coaches and clients

Connect with Dr. Meg Mill & check out her podcast:

https://megmill.com/

https://megmill.com/podcasts/

Join our upcoming Reiki Circle Sunday June 14th @ 10 a.m. CST

https://reikiwithmanda.as.me/schedule/775d158e/?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=74910348&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleASYRE9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacjmZ7oIf1rcP29RzLZRNHmpwVxBO75znK3nby-UorPbrW6JdXVIQG1cjziwA_aem_fCQDJtA4OlGtHVmts9e0PQ

Living the Reiki Life Podcast

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/

In this episode, we sit down with Flo Lavallie, a Herbalist, Iridologist, Healer, and longtime pillar in Saskatoon’s wellness community, to reflect on the incredible legacy of the Tamara House. Tamara House was created as a healing space for survivors of sexual abuse, offering holistic support through community, Reiki, and other healing modalities. Flo shares the heart behind creating a safe and compassionate environment for women to heal, and the profound impact this work had on so many lives over the years. Alongside Flo, Linda Sanderson also shares her personal healing journey, her experiences that shaped her path and her time at the Tamara House.

In this conversation we explore:
• Linda Sanderson’s story of growing up in Saskatchewan and her journey of healing her inner child
• Sweat lodges, women’s cycles, and First Nations healing practices
• Linda’s first experience with Reiki and how it helped her long-term migraines
• Linda’s work within non-profit organizations across Saskatchewan
• Flo Lavallie’s story of creating Tamara House in Saskatoon (first of its kind in Canada)
• What Tamara House was and the vision behind it
• How Reiki became one of the healing modalities offered at Tamara House
• The powerful response survivors had to holistic healing practices
• The work, dedication, and challenges involved in building a safe space for healing and community


Ep.58 - our first interview with Flo:

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ep-58-flo-lavallie-healing-with-iridology-reiki-herbal/id1686019351?i=1000726846699

Flo’s contact: lava99@sasktel.net

We will share our June Reiki Circle date on Instagram, stay tuned!

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/