
Show Notes
Join Robyn and Colleen Benelli along with special guest Su Mach'ado as they explore the vital and often overlooked history of women in Reiki. Discover the courageous stories of pioneering figures like Chie Hayashi, Chiyoko Yamaguchi, and Kimiko Koyama, who kept the practice alive through war and cultural shifts. This conversation highlights the profound impact women have had on shaping the global Reiki community we know today. Our conversation features the amazing book "Women in Reiki" by Silke Kleemann and Amanda Jayne.
In This Episode, You Will Learn: ● Discover the untold history of Chie Hayashi and her courage in keeping her husband's Reiki organization alive during World War II. ● Explore the legacy of Chiyoko Yamaguchi and how her family-centered practice helped shape the Jikiden Reiki lineage. ● Chiyo Sugano and Katsue Komatsu, members of the Yamaguchi family Reiki network in Daishoji, Ishikawa. ● Learn about Kimiko Koyama's pivotal role as president of the Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai and her openness in sharing foundational teachings with the West. ● Understand the vital contributions of Hawayo Takata and how women-led lineages ensured the survival and evolution of Reiki. ● Recognize the importance of empowering and honoring women's leadership and historical contributions within the global Reiki community. Timestamps ● 00:00 - Introduction to Su Mach'ado and the book Women in Reiki ● 06:15 - Re-evaluating Reiki history and the people behind the myths ● 13:40 - The courageous story of Chie Hayashi and leading during wartime ● 32:00 - The evolution of Reiki symbols and the role of Hawayo Takata ● 36:30 - Chiyoko Yamaguchi and family-based Reiki traditions in Japan ● 52:15 - Kimiko Koyama and opening Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai to the West ● 01:05:00 - Women's leadership, courage, and empowerment in the Reiki community ● 01:21:40 - Connecting with Su Mach'ado and closing thoughts Mentioned in this Episode: ● Women in Reiki: Lifetimes Dedicated to Healing in 1930s Japan and Today by Silke Kleemann and Amanda Janye ● Usui Mikao ● Chijiro Hayashi ● Hawayo Takata ● Chie Hayashi ● Chiyoko Yamaguchi ● Kimiko Koyama ● Usui Reiki Ryoho Gakkai ● Jikiden Reiki ● Gendai Reiki-ho ● Hiroshi Doi ● Hyakuten Inamoto ● Frank Arjava Petter ● Silke Kleemann ● Amanda Jayne ● William Lee Rand ● Laurelle Gaia ● Karen Harrison ● Kathleen Prasad ● Center for Reiki Research Connect with the authors: Silke Kleemann www.jiruka.de www.drachenbauch.de Amanda Jayne My new Reiki book - www.womeninreiki.com www.learnjikidenreiki.com www.amandacjayne.com Instagram: @womeninreiki www.womeninreiki.com Connect with Su Mach'ado [email protected] www.reikiefelicidade.com Instagram: @reiki.centrodetreinamento | YouTube: @centrodetreinamentodereiki Connect with Colleen & Robyn ReikiLifestyle.com Reiki Lifestyle Podcast - On major podcast channels Free Online Reiki Share: Tuesdays, 9:30 am – 11:00 am Pacific Time, for a global Reiki healing circle. Free phone consultation: with Danni Instagram: @reikilifestyleofficial Email: [email protected] Love the Show? If this episode helped you on your journey, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your support helps us share the gift of Reiki with more people around the world!
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