Episode #67 Karen Caig: From Academic Rigor to Reiki Splendor - Navigating the Transformative Healing Path and Cultivating Inner Balance

Have you ever felt a pull towards a path that seemed completely at odds with where you were in life? Karen Caig, a Reiki master teacher, joins us to recount her extraordinary shift from academia to a Reiki and coaching career, a transition marked by personal healing and the embrace of a practice that knows no bounds. Her story is one of courage and the transformative power of Reiki, a journey from confronting trauma to empowering others through this ancient healing art, all from the tranquility of her home in Ecuador.When it comes to grappling with the intangible, Karen sheds light on the nuances of acceptance and the hurdles she overcame to establish Reiki not just as a practice but as a thriving business, particularly in the traditionally skeptical regions of the Bible Belt. The conversation meanders through the vital role of social media in de-stigmatizing energy work, the need for patience as one's life's work unfolds, and the nurturing wisdom imparted to a generation eager to find their purpose. Karen's reflections are a celebration of life's unexpected turns and the joys found in following one's true calling.Wrapping up our soul-nourishing chat, we zero in on what sets a Reiki healer apart: the emphasis is on empowerment, self-care, and alignment with Reiki's guiding principles. Karen's insights into the personal balance that comes from self-Reiki, the community and support akin to prestigious alumni networks, and the immersive experiences of her Reiki retreats offer a roadmap for both novices and experienced practitioners. Whether you're looking to heal, grow, or simply find a moment of connection, this episode is an open invitation to the world of Reiki, with Karen Caig as your guiding light.Karen Caig, M.A.Karen Caig, a Licensed Reiki Master Teacher (LRMT) with the International Center for Reiki Training(ICRT), has been teaching Reiki since 2013. She retired from teaching college English for thirty years inorder to pursue her Reiki and coaching career full-time.As a survivor of domestic violence and sexual molestation, Karen battled depression and low self-esteemfor years. Reiki helped her heal, and she loves sharing this Japanese relaxation technique to help othersheal, empowering them to achieve their divine purpose on Earth. Bringing her expertise in Reiki,teaching, writing, comparative literature, and language together, she teaches students from all over theworld. She trains students in all levels of Usui/Holy Fire® Reiki as well as ICRT Animal Reiki, and shecoaches clients through major life transitions in her transformational wellness retreats.Karen has written for Reiki News Magazine and Reiki Rays, and she is currently working on a couple ofbooks. Although her Reiki business is based in the Ozarks of Arkansas, she lives in the Andes Mountainsof northern Ecuador with her two cats. You can learn more on her website and follow her on socialmedia.Email: [email protected]: (501) 215-7356Website: www.Reiki-Institute.comBlog: www.KarinaAndina.blogFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArkansasReikiInstituteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkansas.reiki/more information www.readysetreiki.comThis was brought to you by Feather Sisterwww.thefeathersister.comSupport the showReady Set Reiki is a journey From the curious beginner to the Season Master Teacherwww.readysetreiki.comSend in your questions [email protected] you.