LIVING WELL WITH REIKI
My name is Marion Hakata, and I’d like to share my Reiki journey. In the late 90s, I was searching for peace and happiness but felt lost. With the support of my sister Lillian, I attended a hypnotherapy class that revealed my struggles stemmed from a wounded inner child in need of love. This experience led us both to profound healing and inspired us to pursue hypnotherapy training.
During my intensive hypnotherapy course, I was introduced to Usui Reiki, a Japanese healing system that uses spiritually guided life force energy to reduce stress and promote relaxation. My sister and I eagerly enrolled in a Usui Reiki First Degree class, eventually completing all levels. By 1998, I became a Reiki Master and left my corporate job, trusting in the Universe to guide me. I had no immediate plans but knew I needed to prioritize my health.
Shortly after leaving my job, students began seeking out Reiki, leading my sister and me to teach classes together. We had three successful groups, and while my sister eventually stopped teaching, I continued and remain active today.
My Reiki career has been filled with unexpected opportunities, including becoming a Reiki Instructor at the Fair Oaks Massage Institute, a Reiki Practitioner at East West Books, and a guest instructor at Serenity Spain Folsom. I also partnered with Kate Casey in her Body and Hearth storefronts and joined the East Sacramento Achievement and Wellness Center.
Reiki was always meant to be my next step, guided by my Higher Self. In 2020, Covid presented the perfect opportunity to upgrade my training to Usui/Holy Fire Reiki III under the guidance of William L.Rand, an internationally known Reiki Master. Holy Fire Reiki offers holistic healing with Source energy, guiding one to experience pure consciousness and Divine unconditional love.
Over the years, Reiki has been my way of contributing to the world, promoting peace, happiness, and holistic healing. For those willing to embrace Reiki, it will support you in healing your ego and shadows, helping you acknowledge your authentic self. Reiki empowers you to reclaim your strength, learn valuable lessons, and function in a state of Divine love.
Reiki will always be a part of me, and I vow to continue sharing it with those who seek to learn.
