What Kept Me Practicing Reiki for 29 Years: And a reflection on practice, patience, and alignment

 

“When a student asked me, ‘You learned Reiki 29 years ago. What kept you doing Reiki self-healing all these years?’

My honest answer was—experience.

Every time life challenged me…
Every time I was tired, confused, hurt, or overwhelmed…
Reiki gave me clarity instead of chaos, calm instead of fear, and strength instead of helplessness.

Self-healing became my quiet conversation with myself…
A space where I could listen, release, and return to balance.

I didn’t continue Reiki because someone told me to.
I continued because my life became lighter, clearer, and more compassionate with it. Also I witnessed how Reiki transformed my Reiki students who diligently practice daily self healing.

And once you feel that transformation within yourself, Reiki is no longer a practice—it becomes a way of living.”

When Reiki Starts Responding: Crossing the Threshold of Deep Connection

Recently, one of my Reiki students asked me a question that truly touched my heart:

“Is it possible that Reiki’s effect or impact changes over time? Earlier, I seldom felt that Reiki was hearing what I was saying. But nowadays, it feels as if the connection is much stronger—almost as if I am being heard more clearly. Is this true? And if yes, is it because of increased practice or something else?”

Reading this message filled me with quiet joy. Because this question does not come from doubt—it comes from experience. It is a sign that the student has crossed an important inner threshold in their Reiki journey.

The Threshold of Reiki Connection

Yes, Reiki’s impact does evolve over time.

Continuous Reiki self-healing practice is required to reach a stage where a deep, living connection is established. Until then, Reiki may feel like a technique—something we do. After crossing this threshold, Reiki becomes something we are.

The time taken to reach this stage varies from person to person. It depends on:

·       One’s current spiritual maturity

·       The sincerity and regularity of practice

·       One’s sadhana in previous incarnations

For some, the connection deepens quickly. For others, it unfolds slowly and gently. There is no comparison—only individual journeys.

What Strengthens the Connection?

I replied to my student with what I have learned through years of practice:

“Regular self-healing strengthens the connection. Over time, a thought crosses your mind—and it manifests.”

But there is more to it than manifestation alone.

With consistent practice, something subtle yet profound happens:
we begin to align more deeply with the Universe itself.

Alignment with Universal Will

As Reiki practice deepens, our desires slowly shift. We no longer wish from restlessness, fear, or lack.
Instead, our thoughts arise from alignment with the Universal will.

When a wish is in harmony with the larger intelligence of the Universe, manifestation feels effortless. At this stage, one naturally feels:

·       “I am being heard”

·       “Things are falling into place”

·       “Life is responding”

In truth, the Universe has always been listening.
It is we who become clearer receivers.

A Teacher’s Quiet Sadness

I have hundreds of Reiki students, and I know—honestly—that not all of them practice daily. This realization fills me with a gentle sadness, because I know what they are missing.

In this Kaliyug, where distractions are endless and the mind is constantly pulled outward, Reiki is the surest and simplest way to:

·       Stay connected to one’s inner self

·       Remain aligned with the Universe

·       Maintain emotional, mental, and spiritual balance

Reiki does not demand renunciation or withdrawal from life. It only asks for regular presence.

Why I Keep Coaxing My Students

Whenever I get the opportunity, I gently remind and coax my students to maintain their daily self-healing practice. Not out of discipline—but out of love.

Because Reiki practiced occasionally is helpful. But Reiki practiced daily is transformative.

Daily practice is what:

·       Builds trust in the unseen

·       Deepens intuition

·       Turns healing into a lived experience

A Gentle Reminder

If you are a Reiki practitioner and feel that your connection is weak or inconsistent, do not lose heart. The connection is not absent—it is ripening.

Show up every day.
Place your hands.
Sit in silence.
Trust the process.

One day, quietly and unmistakably, you will realize:
the connection has always been there—and now you can feel it.

And here is a Reiki affirmation:
“I commit to my daily self-healing. I trust the rhythm of my journey. I allow my connection with the Universe to deepen naturally.”

Pitru Dosha: A Deeper Perspective on Ancestral Karma and Self Healing

 

When Ancestral Suffering Feels Unfair

In Vedic astrology, Pitru Dosha (or Pitra Dosh) is often described as a karmic debt or ancestral imbalance. It is believed to arise from unfulfilled duties, unresolved actions, or disrespect shown to forefathers. The effects, as traditionally explained, can manifest as repeated obstacles in life—health issues, financial instability, delays in marriage, difficulties in childbirth, or a lingering sense that efforts never fully bear fruit.

When people experience such challenges, they often turn to astrologers and spiritual guides. The remedies suggested usually include Shraddha, rituals during Pitra Paksha, ancestral prayers, charity, and acts of service—meant to pacify the ancestors and seek their blessings.

And there comes a very natural question:

“Why should I suffer or do remedies for the sins committed by my ancestors?”

This question is not only valid—it opens the door to a much deeper understanding of karma.

The Forgotten Wisdom behind Ancestral Naming

In earlier times, it was common for new born babies to be named after their grandparents or ancestors. This was not merely a cultural tradition or a way of honoring elders.

It reflected an ancient spiritual understanding—that souls often reincarnate within the same family lineage.

Families were seen not just as genetic lines, but as karmic circles, where unresolved lessons continue until awareness and healing take place.

What If the Ancestor Was… You?

Here lies the profound twist.

If souls do reincarnate within the same families, then the so‑called ancestor whose actions created imbalance may not be a distant, unrelated person.

It could have been your own soul, living in a previous body.

From this perspective, Pitru Dosha is no longer about paying for someone else’s mistakes. It becomes a mirror—reflecting unfinished karma seeking resolution.

The challenges you face are not punishments. They are reminders.

And the remedies are not acts of obligation toward ancestors—but acts of self‑healing and redemption.

Why the Remedies Still Matter

When you perform ancestral rituals, prayers, or acts of service:

• You are acknowledging unresolved karma
• You are taking responsibility at a soul level
• You are consciously choosing awareness over ignorance

Rituals like Shraddha and Pitru Paksha are symbolic tools. Their deeper purpose is to bring humility, gratitude, and surrender—qualities that dissolve karmic knots.

Charity, service, and conscious living further accelerate this healing by balancing past actions with present awareness.

From Blame to Responsibility

The moment we move from the question “Why should I do this for them?” to “What is this teaching me?” transformation begins. Pitru Dosha then stops being a curse and becomes an opportunity—to break cycles, heal lineages, and evolve consciously.

When one person heals, the entire ancestral line heals through them. Perhaps ancestral suffering is not about burden—but about continuity. What was once unconscious now seeks awareness. What was once ignored now seeks resolution. And maybe, just maybe, the soul that is ready to heal it… is you.

By choosing understanding over resistance, you don’t just honor your ancestors—you liberate yourself.