Japanese Incarceration Day of Remembrance with Reiki Women Podcast

Reiki Women Podcasts

In this Reiki Women Podcast episode, Bronwen Logan, Carrie Varela, and Michaela Daystar discuss the Japanese origins and cultural significance of the system of Reiki.
The discussion centers on the cultural appropriation within the Reiki system due to Western adaptation and the historical context of Japanese incarceration during World War II.
They highlight the impact of these events on the evolution of the system of Reiki and stress how understanding the historical and cultural roots of Reiki can strengthen the practice and enhance the transformative healing experiences.
They also discuss their personal experiences and the responsibility they see to honor and acknowledge the system's origins in their practice.
00:09 Introduction and Welcome
00:34 Discussing the Topic: Japanese Incarceration During World War II
01:33 Historical Context and Impact on Reiki
05:40 Understanding the Influence of History on Reiki Practice
10:18 Personal Reflections and Experiences
11:07 Addressing Cultural Appropriation in Reiki
18:35 The Importance of Acknowledging Reiki's Japanese Roots
22:36 The Role of Reiki in Healing and Relationship Building
26:25 The Need for Greater Recognition of Reiki's Japanese Origins
54:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Additional Resources:
- Join our Facebook Group: Embodying Reiki
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- Subscribe to our YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6Jk8QD_8hjlfpSM8suMIA
- Waka Wisdom: 21 Days of Imperial Reiki Meditations:
https://reikiwithbronwen.com/courses/waka-wisdom-21-days-of-imperial-reiki-meditations/
- National Japanese Historical Society:
https://www.njahs.org/
https://densho.org/
Bronwen Logan: https://ReikiwithBronwen.com
Carrie Varela: https://www.reikihealingsociety.com
Michaela Daystar: https://www.heartscapesinsight.com/
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