Reiki, self love and wellbeing

Today, to all of you that feel stuck, let me remind you that today could be the first step in finding yourself, finding freedom, finding happiness again. But it will take you not running from your heart, but instead deciding to be brave and to decide that you are worth fighting for. I believe in you. May these words be the spark of hope and courage - and remember - every change, no matter how small, brings you one step closer to making tomorrow different. ❤️
XxNikk

REIKI BENEFITS
Soothes Anxiety & Depression
Reduces Stress &Tension
Increases Relaxation
Improves Sleep
Relieves Pain
Aids in Detoxification
Accelerates Body's Self-Healing Abilities
Strengthens Immune System
Opens Energetic Flow
Balances Mind & Emotions
Boosts Creativity
Promotes Mental Clarity
Heightens Self-Awareness

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‪Choose to take up a lot of positive space in your own life today. Choose to give yourself permission to meet your own needs. Choose to honor your feelings and emotions. Choose to make self-love and self-care a part of your daily rituals.
‪Choose to think better about yourself, so you can live better in spite of the challenges you face.
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Look at your body.
Look at those arms that have held people they love. Look at those eyes that have seen oceans and mountains and big green trees. Look at those legs that have carried you through your longest journeys. Look at your feet that have held you up on your hardest days. Look at your smile that has grinned a million times at the moments that have brought you joy. Look at your body... not for the curves or textures but for the moments that this body has given you. Look at your body. Now what do you see?
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If you have anxiety or depression - you are not broken.

I just want to tell you that again. You are not broken. You are so important and loved and valued. But I know it feels like you have to fix you to fit in. I get it. I understand.

Sometimes the people most confident, most seemingly out there, can also be the ones with the doubts, the worries, the insecurities. Don't ever dismiss someone for who they are or their feelings.

Their feelings, in the moment are valid.

This world needs to understand that. We live in a world of FIX FIX FIX and immediate changes and we forget that change is a process. It is an ebb and flow and give and take and try again and love in the midst process.

Emotions are just a guide.

But when we dismiss another's emotions we are in, a sense, dismissing their spirit. Because in that moment they are feeling - grief, happiness, anxiety, fear, whatever.

Sometimes the greatest gift is to simply be present. To be there, to tell them, "I love you no matter what" and to be the person that helps move them forward. To see beyond the moment, to believe in the future, to have that bit of hope.

Love your family and friends deeply enough to get in the trenches with them. Celebrate their victories and don't let the stumbles define.

We need family and friends. Anxiety and depression isn't a definer of identity.

Your worth is priceless.
XxNikk

In a world that is constantly reminding you who you should be, please have the courage to be who you want to be. You are an individual with your own path, your own story and your own goals. You are unique in so many different ways. Do no let anyone tell you that you are not good enough, ever. And please do not feel pressured by society’s beliefs and expectations. Take a deep breath in, you are exactly where you are meant to be .
This is your journey, this is your life. There is so much bravery in going against what others think you should be doing, for this is how you will find yourself, this is how you will find peace and happiness.
XxNikk

Just in case you need this today, then I want to remind you that you're not your history, you're not your errors, or the image formed by other people's inaccurate portrayals and judgements.
Whether others like you or not, whether they judge you or defy you, criticize you or betray you, deplete you or motivate you, You're still the person who will never stop improving yourself and that person that will continue chasing your dreams
Be honest enough to admit that you're flawed, but be also wise enough to recognize that your heart is pure and your soul is genuine, and that's reason enough to be grateful.
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Our bodies have five senses: touch, smell, taste, sight, hearing. But not to be overlooked are the senses of our souls: intuition, peace, foresight, trust, empathy. The differences between people lie in their use of these senses; most people don't know anything about the inner senses while a few people rely on them just as they rely on their physical senses, and in fact probably even more.
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If I could tell you anything to save you the time and the lessons in this life, I would tell you to never let anything that happens to you turn you bitter. Don't let the pain of something that was out of your hands turn you cold in love. Stay soft, as hard as that is sometimes, try.

Try with all of your heart to stay tender. I know there's a lot of things that hurt, take us to our knees and threaten our hearts with a stone cold grudge. Let it go.

You can't change it, but you can choose to not let it change you. Don't let the pain define you.
You are bigger than that. I hope you know. You are never how someone makes you feel. Let it hurt, then let it heal. But don't linger there.
Remember who you are and rise.

XxNikk

When confronted with people judging your experiences, please remember this: The truthfulness of your experiences is not determined by how it is measured, judged, or perceived by another. It stands alone, as a lived experience. People's opinions are often meaningless reflections of their own filters and projections. Nothing to do with the events that occurred. Nothing to do with what was real, for you. It is just their story superimposed onto yours. In fact, no one can take the real from you. No one. So, when they try to whittle you down with their version of YOUR reality, remind them that your lived experience is yours and yours alone.

How do we get to a place where we recognize our expansiveness?
It comes down to self-love!
The daily promise you keep to yourself to prioritize your physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. It's the courageous practice of becoming intimate with even the darkest sides of ourselves. It's about raising our self-awareness and fostering unconditional acceptance bringing to light what can and can't be changed. It's as much about action as it is inaction. To cultivate growth and expansion, we require a balance of motion and stillness. The daily habits and rituals we give our time and energy to are essential .
Be committed to filling your own cup and allow yourself to overpour with love. As you rise in self-love, you will naturally offer your energy wholeheartedly in your interactions and engagements and radiate great energy that will attract the right relationships into your life that will nourish your soul.
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Your soul is attracted to people the same way flowers are attracted to the sun, surround yourself only with those who want to see you grow.

Just as flowers instinctively turn towards the sun, seeking its warmth and light for sustenance and growth, our souls naturally gravitate toward individuals who nourish our spirits and inspire our potential. These connections are essential for our personal development, well-being, and happiness.

In life, the people we surround ourselves with significantly impact our journey. Positive, supportive relationships act as the sunlight for our souls, providing the encouragement, love, and affirmation we need to thrive. These individuals celebrate our successes, uplift us during challenges, and motivate us to reach new heights. Their belief in our potential fuels our own self-belief, enabling us to pursue our dreams with confidence and resilience.
XxNikk

Tiny Happy Things

- Sunshine through the window
- Singing along with the radio
- The first sip of coffee
- Talking to animals
- Starting a book and realizing you love it
- Fluffy blankets just out of the dryer
- A text from a friend
- New pens
- When someone loves the same nerdy thing as you
- Late night snacks
- Split second gratitude
XxNikk

To the sensitive ones,

I see you.
I see you with your shoulders hunched forward and your eyes filled with doubt.

I see you as your mind starts to race and your heart starts to hurt.

I see you standing in front of someone else; a loved one, a colleague, a friend…while they unleash the words that pierce right through you…
“You’re just a little too sensitive.”

I see you slowly take a step back and quietly shut yourself down.

I see you as the words linger in the air and they begin to soak through your skin.

And I see you as it starts to happen.

As you start to let the question spread through your bones…
“What if they're right?”

I’m here to tell you that they are right.
You are too sensitive.
I am too sensitive.
We are too sensitive.

We’re too sensitive for a world that doesn’t know how to handle vulnerability.

We’re too sensitive for people who don’t want to have uncomfortable conversations.

We’re too sensitive for a culture that dictates strength by the number of tears you refuse to shed.

But we’re not too sensitive for each other.

And furthermore, our sensitivity is not a liability.

Because, in a world that is becoming more hardened by the minute, that sensitivity is a gift.

In a society that is building brick walls around their hearts, that sensitivity tears them down.

In a life that is being driven by success, that sensitivity takes the wheel with love.

Please believe me when I say I make this next statement for myself just as much as anyone else who might need to hear it...

It’s okay to be emotional.
It’s okay to experience your feelings.
It’s okay to show up as your whole self, regardless of how messy that might be.

And if people try to tell you otherwise, then those aren’t your people.

That’s okay too.

Because this life is filled with people who feel the world in a very deep way.

It’s filled with people who hand over vulnerability in the name of connection.

It’s filled with people willing to sit through the discomfort of the human experience so others don’t have to.

And if you’re out there right now, feeling rejected or isolated or misunderstood…I’m here to tell you one last thing.

I see you and I hope you never change.
XxNikk

Our whole life has been leading up to this moment.
But the truth is, our whole lives have been leading up to every moment. Think about that for a second. Every single thing you’ve gone through in life, every high, every low, and everything in between, it has led you to today.
It's priceless, and it’s the only moment guaranteed to you.
This moment is your ‘life.’ Don’t miss it !
Embrace it , Feel it with your soul.
And never take it for granted.
XxNikk

Each person has a song within them
that it is their destiny to sing.
You must focus on singing your song,
not on the reaction of others,
or whether or not they enjoy it,
for each of them too
is singing their own song.

And there is no single other human on the planet
who has a voice that is identical to yours
and can sing the song that only you may sing,
as this was a gift that was imprinted in your soul.

And though not everyone will appreciate your song,
your melody will reach the people
who are destined to hear it and love it
and will touch their souls,
and inspire them to sing their own song.

And so may you bravely sing it,
and heed the wisdom:
“Do not die with your music left inside of you,”
trusting that if you were meant to be anyone other than who you are,
you would be,
and so your voice is perfectly yours.
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I do not know what exactly you feel right now or how heavy it is to carry, but I hope you know that you are not alone. Some people are just waiting for you to reach out. They might never make your pain disappear, but they will try their best to understand you. Sit with those who truly care for you. They are the ones who will make you realize that you do not have to bear all your pain alone. I want you to know that life can be so hard at times . Some situations will push you to the point where you badly want to give up, but I hope you always choose to keep going. I hope you survive the bad days, sad afternoons, and painful midnights. I hope you find the courage to live even on the days that you feel like everything is falling apart. And I hope you never lose yourself while you are still hurting.

I want you to know that no matter how heavy you feel right now, your feelings are always valid. It is not easy to tell yourself that everything will be okay when you feel so hopeless, but I hope you always try to make yourself feel brave no matter what challenges you are facing every day. I hope you heal from everything that you are going through even if you are losing hope sometimes. I hope you never get tired of picking yourself up every time you fall. I hope that the universe will be kinder to you, especially on the days that you try to hate yourself. And most importantly, I hope you find peace:
Peace in your soul.
Peace in your mind and thoughts.
And so much love for yourself.
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We’re all wired for love, touch, connection and intimacy. But when our conditioning tells us it isn’t safe to be in our emotions, we form an “adaptive self” and stray from our “authentic self” in order to be the essence of who we truly are.

All of your emotions are worthy of having a seat at the table.

Your anger.
Your sadness.
Your fear.
Your love.
Your joy.
Your pleasure.
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When a flashlight grows dim or quits working, you don't throw it away, you change the batteries.
When a person messes up
and finds themselves in a dark place, do you cast them aside? Of course not, you help them change their batteries!
Some need AA.. Attention and Affection;
Some need AAA... Attention, affection and acceptance; some need C..
compassion; some need D.. direction.
And if they still don't seem to shine.. simply sit with them quietly and share your light.
XxNikk

I believe the ocean brings you into alinement with your calm.
To see things differently depending on how you're feeling.
Art therapy with me embraces who you are , what you've been through and putting emotions into actions in a safe , calm space that will help you express what you can't verbalise.It will move what is stuck in the body and release it
In the most beautiful way.
If you would like to book a session with me I look forward to hearing from you.
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If you are looking for great advice, close your eyes and listen to your intuition.
The people who love you can give you good advice but ultimately you know your situation and your goals better than anyone else.
Get comfortable leading yourself.
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The truth is, we often dress ourselves being fine and happy on the outside even if we’re not. We often put on the mask to look strong and brave, when the fact is, we almost lose our energy braving. we often struggle with what we look like on the outside than we are on the inside.

sometimes, we look back and somehow wished we were a little child or younger—not bearing much of the world’s reality. most times, we forget to live because we are busy thriving.

And even with this, I pray you find a refuge where you can put everything down that weighs too much. The world isn’t going to be as gentle as you thought it would be, so be gentle on yourself.

I pray you live, not merely exist and survive.
Stand in your truth.
And love yourself well.
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WHAT A LITTLE GEM THE CUCUMBER IS. I WILL LOOK
AT IT DIFFERENTLY NOW.

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Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins you need every day, just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc.

2. Feeling tired in the afternoon, put down the caffeinated soda and pick up a cucumber. Cucumbers are a good source of B vitamins and Carbohydrates that can provide that quick pick-me-up that can last for hours.

3. Tired of your bathroom mirror fogging up after a shower? Try rubbing a cucumber slice along the mirror, it will eliminate the fog and provide a soothing, spa-like fragrance.

4. Are grubs and slugs ruining your planting beds? Place a few slices in a small pie tin and your garden will be free of pests all season long. The chemicals in the cucumber react with the aluminum to give
off a scent undetectable to humans but drive garden pests crazy and make them flee the area.

5. Looking for a fast and easy way to remove cellulite before going out or to the pool? Try rubbing a slice or two of cucumbers along your problem area for a
Few minutes, the phytochemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your skin to tighten, firming up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite. Works great on wrinkles too!!!

6. Want to avoid a hangover or terrible headache? Eat a few cucumber slices before going to bed and wake up refreshed and headache free. Cucumbers contain enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and headache!!

7. Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge? Cucumbers
have been used for centuries and often used by European trappers, traders and explores for quick meals to thwart off starvation.

8. Have an important meeting or job interview and you realize that you don't have enough time to polish your shoes? Rub a freshly cut cucumber over the shoe, its chemicals will provide a quick and durable shine that not only looks
great but also repels water.

9. Out of WD 40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge? Take a cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic hinge, and voila, the squeak is gone!

10.Stressed out and don't have time for massage, facial or visit to the spa? Cut up an entire cucumber and place it in a boiling pot of water, the chemicals and nutrients from the cucumber will react with the boiling water and be released in the steam, creating a soothing, relaxing aroma that has been shown the reduce stress in new mothers and college students during final exams.

11. Just finish a business lunch and realize you don't have gum or mints? Take a slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds to eliminate bad breath, the phytochemicals will kill the bacteria in your mouth responsible for causing bad breath.

12. Looking for a 'green' way to clean your faucets, sinks or stainless steel? Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the surface you want to clean, not only will it remove years of tarnish and bring back the
shine, but is won't leave streaks and won't harm you fingers or fingernails while you clean.

13. Using a pen and made a mistake? Take the outside of the cucumber and slowly use it to erase the pen writing, also works great on crayons and markers that the kids have used to decorate the walls!!

Pass this along to everybody you know who is looking for better and safer ways to solve life's everyday problems.
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There are people who notice you only when you shine, or when you fall into the darkness. Not the average you. Not the mediocre you. But the great you, or the not-so-great you. The people who are worthiest of your care are not those who only notice you at your best and worst but those who see you at all times. They don't need an excuse to love you. They don't need an excuse to talk to you, or to ask you how you're doing. They don't need an excuse to share their happiness with you. They don't need an explanation. They give you one without you asking for it. They assume the good in you before the bad. So keep eyes open just so you don't miss those people. Once you find them, never let them go because those are not just friends but family members. They're life companions. They are the people who will tell you when you are wrong simply because they've allowed themselves to tie their well-being to yours.
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Great morning to you !
XxNikk