MY STORY

By my late twenties I had reached a point in my life where I truly detested myself. I felt like an unlovable, deeply flawed failure in every way. Experiences in my childhood, teens and early twenties led me to believe that I was disposable and worthless. Looking outward for validation from others always led me to a place of disappointment in who I was. 

My insecurities and lack of low self-worth were affecting my close relationships and my ability to find joy in life. I was suffering with all consuming anxious thoughts and feelings, which had become a persistent weight on me, constantly pulling me down and impeding by ability to enjoy so many experiences. Tears, worry and hatred for who I had become, were all too common and I felt desperately sad, lonely and lost. 

I had a choice to make; continue down this path or stop and chose a different route. One where I could start to appreciate my self-worth and unlock the beauty of my own authentic light.

In January 2008 I was initiated into the First Degree of the ‘Usui’ Method of Natural Healing (Reiki) and from that day my life changed forever. It was like a light had been switched on. I knew that I had the innate ability within me to help myself. I realised I didn’t need anyone else to validate me or my life choices and this was something I felt strongly that others deserved too.

In 2009 I became a Mum and my work took a backseat for a while. Not long after the birth of my second child I felt a strong urge to get back to helping others. I realised that although motherhood is a magical, beautiful gift, it can also leave people feeling, lonely, lost and isolated. 

Being a parent can be as stressful as it is rewarding as we can lose a sense of who we are and I knew that Reiki could be a useful tool to help Mum’s ‘find themselves’ again. 

So, in 2014 ‘Mum’s’ R&R Relaxation and Reiki was born. A small group class for Mum’s that used Reiki and relaxing techniques including meditation and positive visualisations to calm, sooth, empower and relax. The sessions were an instant hit and soon became just R&R as I had interest from people that were not Mum’s. 

Sixteen years since the start of my journey I am now a reiki master, soul nurturer, energy artist, light language channel, inspirational journey writer & spiritual mentor.  I teach 1 to 1 courses, run meditation, light language & spiritual workshops, help people with spiritual guidance and lead emotional release sessions. I have a beautiful spiritual community group which supports and inspires those on the spiritual path.

I am a very far cry from the person I was back in 2008. A new sense of self-awareness and compassion has slowly taught me to accept and enjoy living my life as the light that I am. I no longer crave the validation of others and I have developed a more solid base of self-confidence. Life will always present challenges, but that is part of the joy of being alive. 

All of life’s rich tapestry allows us to expand into a greater understanding of who we are. Lived through a lens of self-love and patience every experience gives us an opportunity for evolution. 

I am a firm believer in helping others to help themselves as this is incredibly empowering and we all deserve to feel this way as we connect with our own light. 

I don't heal you. I create the space for you to heal yourself.

If you feel ready to take responsibility for your own healing and feel inspired to reconnect with your inner light, please don’t hesitate to contact me now! Bright blessings & love, Sam xxx