A Birthday Ritual: How Reiki Helps Me Clear the Slate for a New Year
Every year around my birthday, I give myself the same gift—a reset. Some people throw parties, some take trips. Me? I booked a 90-minute Reiki energy healing session at Surrendered Self Studio (a woman-owned wellness space, located in Canton, MA, that feels like an exhale the moment you walk in).
And this year? It felt like my soul got a power wash.
Why Reiki? And Why Every Year?
Life has a way of building up—stress, emotions, energy that just lingers. It’s like dust settling in the corners of your mind and body. You don’t always notice it until you do—when everything suddenly feels heavy.
That’s when I know it’s time for my annual reset.
Reiki helps me clear out the mental and energetic clutter I didn’t even realize I was carrying. After this session, I felt lighter, more focused, and more at ease. The best way I can describe it? It’s like taking a deep breath—not just in my lungs, but in my whole being.
What Exactly Is Reiki?
For those new to it, Reiki is a form of energy healing that helps release tension, clear stagnant energy, and bring the body back into balance. Some people experience tingling, warmth, or deep relaxation. Others just notice how much better they feel afterward—like they’ve been carrying a weight they didn’t even realize was there.
For me, it’s a practice that allows me to step into my next chapter feeling aligned.
And while I love Reiki, I know it’s not the only way to reset. Meditation, breathwork, and even a simple body scan can help create that same feeling of clarity. The key is finding your way back to yourself.
Supporting Women-Owned Wellness Businesses
Since March is Women’s History Month, I also want to celebrate the incredible women creating spaces like this—where we can pause, reset, and come back to ourselves. Wellness isn’t just about self-care; it’s about community. And supporting the people who hold space for us to heal is one of the most powerful ways we can give back.
So, if you’ve never tried Reiki, I highly recommend it—especially at Surrender Self Studio. And if Reiki isn’t your thing, find something that helps you clear the slate and start fresh. We all deserve to feel this free.
Here’s to clearing away bad energy that no longer serves us, Carol
