{"podcast":{"title":"The Reiki Lifestyle Podcast","slug":"the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414","podcast_index_feed_id":866414,"rss_url":"https://reikihealing.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"http://reikilifestyle.com/podcast","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/2/7/7/c/277cb6e4752cf0e016c3140a3186d450/RLP_14x14.png","author":"Colleen and Robyn Benelli","episode_count":764,"summary":"On the Reiki Lifestyle® Podcast (previously ReikiChat™) we talk about all the ways Reiki can help you in your daily life. Robyn Benelli and Colleen Benelli - Licensed Reiki Master Teacher for the International Center for Reiki Training - talk about how to use Reiki as a life management tool, a spiritual path, an energy healing medicine that reduces stress and pain, Reiki as a path to mindfulness and meditation, and Reiki for healing of the body, mind and soul. Usui sensei said, \"Reiki is the secret art of inviting happiness.\" It reveals our spirit and awakens our consciousness. Colleen answers your questions about Reiki techniques, spirituality, healing, personal growth, how to learn Reiki in classes, how to use Reiki to invite happiness and she often has other Reiki guest speakers. But most of all, this podcast provides a global Reiki community by creating the opportunity for us join together in our common goal of contributing to the wellness of the world. Reiki Lifestyle® Podcast has a monthly Online Reiki Circle where we talk live on a conference call! Come join the conversation!","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414"},"episode":{"title":"Reiki for Nervous System & Emotional Regulation","slug":"reiki-for-nervous-system-emotional-regulation","published_at":"2026-03-26T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414/reiki-for-nervous-system-emotional-regulation","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414","url":"https://reikihealing.libsyn.com/reiki-for-nervous-system-emotional-regulation","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/reikihealing/3.24.26_Reiki_to_Calm_Your_Nervous_SystemAudio_Podcast.mp3?dest-id=243673","summary":"Discover how Reiki serves as a powerful tool for nervous system regulation and emotional balance during the intense Aries energy of 2026. Join Colleen and Robyn Benelli as they dive into the science of Heart Rate Variability (HRV), the function of the Vagus Nerve, and practical ways to shift from \"fight-or-flight\" into a grounded state of \"rest-and-digest.\" Companion Link: Guided Reiki Journey: Nervous System Reset Key Insights The Vagus Nerve Bridge: The vagus nerve acts as a physiological bridge between the brain and the body, connecting the brainstem to the heart, lungs, and digestive system. Reiki helps stimulate this nerve, encouraging the body to exit the sympathetic \"stress\" state and enter the parasympathetic \"restoration\" state. The Science of Stress Reduction: Research into Reiki, including studies on Heart Rate Variability (HRV), shows a measurable difference in how the body handles stress after a Reiki session. By improving HRV, Reiki allows us to navigate both our inner and outer worlds with less \"snap\" reaction and more calm. Navigating Aries Fire: With significant Aries transits in 2026, the energy of \"new beginnings\" can feel frazzled and intense. Utilizing Reiki on the occipital ridge, ears, and adrenals helps anchor your energy so you can take \"Divine Action\" without burning out. Breathing on the Fly: Simple techniques, like the Heart-Focused Breathing exercise (inhaling/exhaling to a count of 5 while focusing on the heart), can be combined with Reiki to regulate the nervous system instantly, even while on the go or during a stressful moment. People Also Ask (FAQ) How does Reiki help with nervous system regulation? Reiki encourages the body to shift from the sympathetic nervous system (fight-or-flight) to the parasympathetic nervous system (rest-and-d…","meta_description":"Discover how Reiki serves as a powerful tool for nervous system regulation and emotional balance during the intense Aries energy of 2026. Join Colleen and…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2126,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414/episodes/reiki-for-nervous-system-emotional-regulation/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-reiki-lifestyle-podcast-866414/reiki-for-nervous-system-emotional-regulation.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}