RWP Episode #196: Do We Give Our Own Energy During a Reiki Session?

We often hear the question: Am I giving my own energy during a Reiki session?In this episode of the Reiki Women Podcast, we explore this common concern and share our understanding from both Western and Japanese perspectives of the system of Reiki. Many Western teachings distinguish between personal energy and universal Reiki energy, which can bring up worries about depletion, boundaries, picking up others’ energy, or the need for protection rituals. From the Japanese perspective, these distinctions don’t apply. Reiki is all energy, and a session is about being together in a shared space rather than “sending” or “channeling” energy from somewhere else.--✨ If this conversation has supported your journey in the system of Reiki, we invite you to help sustain the podcast in 2026.Support our GoFundMe here → https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-reiki-women-podcast-in-2026Your support allows us to continue producing meaningful discussions, elevating women’s voices within the system of Reiki, and nurturing a global healing community. Every share, subscription, and contribution makes a difference.--We also discuss:🌸Two meanings of universal energy and why they matter🌸Japanese purification practices (Kenyoku Ho and Joshin Kokyu Ho) as focus, alignment, and balance🌸How to create sessions that support clients without fear🌸Nervous system and energetic hygiene in practice🌸The fourth precept: “True to my way and my being.”🌸Consent, comfort, and practitioner responsibilityThrough this conversation, we invite you to explore the system of Reiki as a shared meditative space, grounded in presence, balance, and care for both practitioner and client.Timestamps00:00 Reiki Isn’t ‘Sent' - It’s a Shared space of Energy02:15 Welcome + The Big Question: Are You Using Your Own Energy in Reiki?03:25 Michaela’s Disclaimer: Worldviews, Mystery, and Direct Experience05:30 Western vs Japanese Reiki: Debunking ‘Personal vs Universal Energy’ Fears08:20 Two Meanings of ‘Universal Energy’ (and Why It Changes Everything)10:21 Bronwen’s Take: Purification as Focus, Not ‘Protection’13:48 Reiki as Meditation: How to Explain Sessions to Clients (No Fear Needed)16:34 What Purification Really Means: Clearing Distraction, Fear, and Attachment19:06 Nervous Systems, Empathy, and Grounding: Practical ‘Energetic Hygiene’22:17 Should You Treat Someone If You Feel Off? Consent, Comfort, and Balance26:12 The 4th Precept: ‘True to My Way and My Being’ Holds the Paradox34:06 Wrap-Up: Respecting Traditions + Fundraiser & Next Episode#SystemOfReiki #ReikiWomenPodcast #WomenInReiki #ReikiPractice #EnergyHealing #SpiritualPodcast #HolisticHealing #ReikiRyoho #HealingCommunity #Meditation #AnimalReiki #ReikiEducation--🌸About the PodcastReiki Women Podcast shares the voices of women-identified Reiki practitioners from around the world. Through stories of healing, lineage, and spiritual practice, we explore the culture and community of Reiki practice.Join hosts Bronwen Logan, Carrie Varela, and Michaela Daystar as they reflect on the system of Reiki and the women who shape its path.Meet the Hosts🌿 Bronwen Logan —  @reikiwithbronwen 🌿 Carrie Varela —  @reikihealingsociety 🌿 Michaela Daystar —  @heartscapesreiki1496  🎧 Listen on Spotify, YouTube, and your favorite podcast platforms💛 Support us on BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2217494/supporters/new📲 Join our Facebook group: facebook.com/reikiwomenpodcasts/groups#ReikiHealing #WomenInReiki #ReikiPodcast #ReikiLineage #ReikiCommunity #SpiritualPracticeSupport the show