
Episode #400
American Reiki Association with Dane Laverty
The first full moon of fall, the Harvest Moon, invites us to pause at the seasonal threshold. It is a time to honor what has grown, release old habits and patterns that no longer fit, and find balance between our own needs and the connections that sustain us. It also asks us to notice where we are standing in the gap between who we have been and who we are becoming. In this episode, Terri Ann Heiman welcomes Dane Laverty for a heartfelt conversation about Reiki as a way to shapeshift through this seasonal transition. They explore how this practice of universal life-force energy can support grounding, self-trust, creativity, and connection while helping us move toward greater clarity and alignment. Dane shares how his curiosity about Reiki grew into a daily practice and inspired him to create the American Reiki Association, a community designed to help U.S.-based practitioners connect, gain visibility, and build thriving practices. Together, Terri Ann and Dane explore the many expressions of Reiki, the value of self-practice, and why community matters—especially for practitioners who may feel alone after completing their training. They also discuss how Reiki can evolve with each generation while remaining rooted in its central invitation: to connect with universal life-force energy and bring greater presence to everyday life. If you are feeling caught in the gap between an old part of yourself and the new part that is ready to emerge, schedule a complimentary Spiritual Upgrade Breakthrough Call with Terri Ann . Together, you can explore what is keeping you stuck and what may help you shapeshift into this new season with greater clarity, inspiration, and alignment. Key Points from This Episode • Reiki is a personal, accessible practice. Terri Ann and Dane describe Reiki as a way to ground, reconnect with oneself, and work intentionally with energy in everyday life. • Chakras can offer a useful map, while Reiki makes the experience practical. Dane shares how studying chakras gave him a framework for understanding energy, while Reiki gave him a direct, experiential tool for working with it. • A daily self-Reiki practice can be simple and sustaining. The conversation highlights the importance of returning to the practice regularly, whether through a dedicated self-session, meditation, or quiet moments of connection. • There is no single "right" flavor of Reiki. From traditional lineages to chakra-based, shamanic, angelic, and other approaches, both Terri Ann and Dane affirm that practitioners can follow the expression that resonates with them. • Community helps practitioners feel supported and seen. Dane created the American Reiki Association to help reduce the isolation many practitioners experience after training and to create opportunities for connection, encouragement, and collaboration. • A successful Reiki practice benefits from both heart and practical skills. They discuss the importance of clearly communicating what Reiki offers, developing confidence, and learning the business skills that support a sustainable practice. • Reiki continues to evolve through creative expression. The conversation considers how gatherings, events, and cross-disciplinary work can bring Reiki out of purely intellectual discussion and into shared, embodied experience. • Reiki can stand on its own and can also complement other modalities. Terri Ann and Dane explore differing perspectives on blending Reiki with practices such as sound, color, movement, spiritual mentoring, and other healing approaches. • Research has a role in bringing Reiki into broader settings. While personal experience remains central for practitioners, research may help institutions and the wider public better understand and access Reiki. • Empowerment grows through connection and shared purpose. Dane describes the American Reiki Association as a platform for members to promote their work, have their voices heard, and move forward together. Connect with Dane Laverty and the American Reiki Association The American Reiki Association is an Instagram-based community and professional network for U.S.-based Reiki practitioners. Practitioners who would like to be featured can follow the association and send Dane a direct message. • Website: American Reiki Association • Instagram: @americanreikiassociation "Reiki is about connection. It is a practice we all can learn, and it is universal." Reiki Rays - https://reikirays.com/ International Center for Reiki Training - Wiliam Rand - https://www.r eiki.org/ Reiki Healing Association - https://reikihealingassociation.com/reiki-healing-association-reviews/ I Closing Reflection Just for today, release worry, be honest with yourself and others, honor all life, and find gratitude for every living thing.





