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Testimonials for Reiki courses

“WOW what an amazing 2 days!!! A truly life changing experience, which continues to grow day by day. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to find peace within themselves.” Eleni, Essex

“Up until having my first child in 1998, I worked full time and flat out in the rat race of the corporate world. I was exhausted and burnt out as a result of constantly pushing myself to the max in both work and play. My body complained bitterly and I was always ill with a multitude of every day ailments and stress related disorders such as alopecia.

Something had to change and I began to look at changing my lifestyle with nutrition and alternative therapies such as reflexology. My journey into the spiritual world began a little later on (somewhat by accident) in 2003. Having completed an Indian Head Massage course, I was looking for another treatment to add to my repertoire… but I was impatient, and on a mission to complete as fast as I could. I therefore wanted a therapy that needed little study or prior qualifications. The Reiki Level 1 course presented itself to me, and without really taking the time to understand what Reiki truly was, I booked myself in on the weekend’s course with Katarina Tilley as Reiki Master and Teacher.

I attended the first day’s session and initially I was somewhat bemused. Everyone else on the course seemed to be highly spiritual and they were sharing the experiences they were having as the day progressed. At first, I felt a bit of the “odd one out”. I was clearly not in their zone and was somewhat sceptical of their talks on visualisations, feelings of warmth (or energy) in their hands and the intuition they seemed to have. However, by the end of the first day, something seemed to click inside and I went home to practice.

By the end of the next day, and my Reiki Level 1 complete, I can honestly say that Reiki had changed my life. Firstly, the Reiki Principles made a major impact on my thought processes and my day to life… and they still do. For example:

Just for today, I will give thanks for my many blessings
I count my blessings every day and also give thanks (to whoever is up there listening!) for anything that makes me happy…. from the major things in life (e.g. a successful job interview)… to the minors (a beautiful flower in my garden). If it pleases me, I now say thank you.

Just for today, I will be kind to my neighbour and every living thing
After completing the weekend, I found I could no longer kill a spider in my bedroom. Or stamp on the ants that had invaded my garden. I even had to apologise to the slugs that I pulled off my plants and moved them to another area of the garden. Before Reiki, I would have just drowned them in beer!

Also after the course, I too started to feel the warmth in my hands, and whenever I felt the need, I would use Reiki on myself, family members or friends. I even gave Reiki to animals. Also, my intuition began to creep in and I started to sense people’s feelings and emotions. And best of all, I noticed that I was feeling a much calmer person inside.

Some say that Reiki finds you... rather than you find Reiki. Either way, I’m so grateful that it came in to my life and that I had Katarina Tilley as my teacher. So much so, that I went on to do level 2 with her… then my Masters… and also trained with her as a Reflexologist.

Katarina is so knowledgeable in both Reiki and Reflexology that she is naturally professional in all of her teaching. However, as part of her teaching, Katarina also gives you a whole new perspective on the spiritual aspects of life. This for me is priceless. Whether you decide to be a Complementary Therapist or not, "everything” you learn from Katarina can be used to help yourself and your loved ones as part of everyday life. Because of this, I cannot recommend Katarina highly enough.” Sue, Essex

“I attended the Reiki 1 Beginners Course at the beginning of 2011 and can only say that it has been the start of a turning point in my life. I was initially a bit nervous of attending but as soon as I entered Katarina’s home I felt instantly at ease. She is very warm and welcoming and the group that I was with have now become friends. The Reiki Course itself is a very relaxing but busy two day course and it is worth every penny spent! On the first course Katarina opens you up to the Reiki energy through a relaxing ritual and goes on to teach you how to do the healing on yourself and others.

I have since used the Reiki on my family (even my sceptic partner who is the one that asks me to do it over and over again!). For me on a personal level it has opened my eyes and has given me a new outlet on how to deal with my emotions, to keep calm, meditate and ultimately dragged me out of my self-pity hole and to think of others and to try practice patience and tolerance. I do believe Reiki is a very personal journey to go on and will only help to improve your life in the best possible way. For our group it was a very calm, spiritual, cleansing two days where we learnt so much about ourselves and I cannot wait to attend the Level 2 course.” Debbie, Essex

“From the moment I set foot onto Lowlands in Colchester and met my new Reiki master I knew I would be there for my Reiki II and Reiki mastership. Katarina not only is welcoming and hospitable but she makes you feel very special as she takes you into a very different world for which I will forever be grateful. Lowlands is a sanctuary, the quietness and tranquility of the surroundings could not be better. Katarina’s passion is second to none as is her teaching of Reiki. The manuals are very well set out and I still use them as guides. However Katarina is always there to help and offer guidance when needed.” Jayne, Essex

“It was a strange feeling, something was very different, gone was the heavy dark blanket restraining me, strangling me holding me down. I just knew that for the last 40 years I had disappeared and now something within me was urging me to search for the real reason of my existence. I was feeling confused and my mind churning over with thoughts of well being, I searched and found Katarina Tilley.

This was the beginning of a journey that I never for one moment expected would change my whole perception of thinking and being. I embarked on the Reiki Level I with Katarina soon after meeting her. Katarina explained very clearly the basic principles and practise of Reiki and I received a very powerful attunement. It made many things fall into place.

Soon after I realised I had received much more than Reiki from Katarina, she opened up a gateway for a deeper understanding. It was at this point a change really began, I felt as if I was back in love with the world again. It was almost as if I had been in a deep dark sleep and I was slowly awakening to this beautiful new world around me. Calmness and love was taking me over, it was powerful.

I carried out Reiki on friends and it was an incredible privilege to help others. Feed back was positive so I knew it was time to embark on Reiki II. This attunement was truly amazing. Katarina has a non-judgemental and effortless way of teaching. Through her deep knowledge and wisdom she guided me through this level to a higher connection. I particularly enjoyed the Kotodama. I can only describe my state of mind as joyous since I started on this journey. Katarina has given me clarity and opened my eyes as to the help I can give others aswell as support me through my personal life. Thanks Katarina.” Ann, Essex

Meditation Course Testimonials

"I thoroughly enjoyed the meditation classes and now look forward to my daily meditation. I feel more peaceful, relaxed and more thoughtful in my relationships." Tim, Essex

"Meditation has totally changed my outlook on life. I enjoy the whole process of being quiet, calm and re-discovering my inner self. Consequently, my relationships are much more relaxed and easy going." Jill, Essex

"I have recently completed the 5 session Meditation Course with Katarina. Although I have dabbled with meditation in the past Katarina taught us a different method of meditation each week and we therefore had an opportunity to try something new. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and now meditate every day as a result.

I feel that this course has had a very positive effect on my life - I now feel much calmer within myself, I am more mindful as I go through my day and am much calmer with my children - and husband!

Katarina is a patient, kind and knowledgeable teacher and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her course to anyone.” Katharine, Essex

"Thank you for your help in sorting out my emotional problems, as you know, I was very depressed by the fact that my investments have gone down in value quite a bit lately and I was also very concerned about the lowering in starndards of nearly everything in this modern world.

At first I did not seem to be getting very far in my meditation sessions but after about three meetings with you, I noticed an improvement in my attitude, to the constant bad news we seem to get.

I am now completely changed in my outlook and take the attitude that there is no point in me ruining my life over things I can do nothing about and do a daily 30 minutes meditation or more, of mindful meditation and of going through a silent checklist of all the things I have to be thankful for.

I have come out of the previous emotional problems and into a feeling of well-being and happiness. Thank you, once again." Bryan, Essex

"When I first came to Katarina I had lost my way and was weighed down with 'life'.

I had tried many spiritual paths and knew that was the direction I needed but exactly what I was not sure. I had tried meditation before but could never quite grasp it.........that was my mistake......Katarina showed me it was not to be 'grasped'.

Katarina led me in several meditation techniques....I always felt she was personalising it for me...the class was always warm and relaxing. Katarina has a beautiful gift of being able to 'see' and 'feel' what I needed and the 5 meditation classes I spent with her transformed my life...that may sound dramatic ...but its true. I now use the tools she gave me daily and almost subconsciously.

I truly feel I have found my path again and feel happier now than I have for many years. I cannot recommend Katarina highly enough....she is truly inspirational and a great teacher." Mary, Essex

Awakening Out of Your Story Workshop Testimonials

"The title itself was intriguing enough for me to sign up for this workshop, but having previously completed a six part meditation course with Katarina and found great benefits from it, I was sure this workshop could benefit me too.

During the day, through meditation and discussion I was shown how outside influences throughout my past including parental control and life experiences had shaped the way I thought, acted and dealt with life, but how it was possible to wipe away the prejudices and beliefs and gain a calmer, more productive way of life.

Through being mindful and taking the decision to love the life I am in, it is possible to achieve a state of happiness hitherto unknown to me.

I won’t say it is a comfortable journey, and it is not easy to turn away from the lifelong held beliefs. I am also lazy about meditation! However the sense of peace that I can obtain through this mindfulness now outlasts the feelings that dogged me before the workshop.

I can only say that I was “awakened” and can now seek the peace of mind that I craved for so long." Jenny, Essex