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i will read from my new novel – No Flowers on the Graves

FRIDAY

November 2

6:30 pm

Yoga Bar, Paradisgatan 1, LUND, Sweden

Book signing to follow

Free organic coffee and free entry 

amazon worldwide – paperback and ebook

Amazon UK

Amazon USA

united states – barnes and noble – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

united kingdom – the london feminist library – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life is part of the historic Feminist Library collection in London and stocked in the bookshop.

south africa – exclusive books – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

sweden – akademibokhandeln – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

sweden – bokus – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

denmark – saxo – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

createspace – paperback

A Dreamer’s Life: Finding Freedom

direct from me – a signed copy – paperback

You can also buy a copy directly from me. Email me: laurika.bretherton@gmail.com

“I must admit that I did not know what to expect – what genre or type of writing – so I just picked it up with no expectations and started reading.  Before I knew it the story was coming to an end. All I can say is WOW!!! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.”  ***

“I read your book!!! It was like a fairytale.”

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“A really enjoyable and interesting read of a journey of self discovery and understanding. I felt like I was right there, travelling around South Africa with the author and sharing the experiences.”

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“I quite liked the short chapters and journey segments which helped the story move more quickly.

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“I just finished your book!!!! I wanted it to go on and on, it was so awesome and I felt like I was right there with you my friend, thank you for sharing your life, your writing painted a beautiful story of your journey, I loved it!!”

“Thank you for two amazing days! They were filled with laugh and light and Reiki and interesting discussions. All of these two days combined have made me feel like a much happier and calmer person.”

“This workshop was above my expectations, both in theory and practice.”

“I feel grateful for the knowledge and the time you so kindly shared with us.”

“I feel very well and excited after this course.”

 

Reiki, a Japanese relaxation technique, has steadily gone mainstream over the past decade. People like Dr. Andrew Weill, Ellen DeGeneres, Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock and Deepak Chopra have all promoted the positive effects of Reiki. Many people who practice yoga or receive regular massages, have often heard about Reiki. UK hospitals like St George’s Hospital in Tooting, South West London, use Reiki in their wards to help patients relieve stress, reduce pain and decrease discomfort.

You can now add Reiki to your company’s wellness program. Or offer it as a treat during your offsite team away days or at corporate events like sales conferences, during exhibitions, etc.

why reiki in the workplace?

In today’s always on world we are constantly trying to find a little peace and quiet. To just slow down and breathe a little bit. To take a step back from the challenges of office life. To have a moment of clarity so that we can make the right decision. To have the energy when we go back home at night to enjoy the activities that have nothing to do with work. These things can seem impossible at times.

what is reiki in the workplace?

Reiki in the workplace has been proven by Reiki practitioners across the world. Transmitted through hands held either lightly on the body or near it without touching. It is a gentle technique and is simple to administer.

What is needed: Two chairs, 20 minutes, private space if possible, one fully clothed employee minus the shoes.

what clients experience

Everyone experiences Reiki differently, but most people say they feel more relaxed and calmer after a session. Many of my clients say that they feel energized and motivated for the rest of the day, well into the evening. It relieves stress and clears the chatter in their mind which allows them to focus and listen to their inner guidance. Some report an increased clarity in their thinking, which assists in decision-making.

how and when to introduce reiki to your company

Large and small companies can incorporate Reiki into the workplace.

You can offer it as an ongoing weekly, bi-monthly or monthly service.

Anytime is perfect.  First thing in the morning. During UK elevenses or Swedish Fika time. Before a big presentation. During the afternoon chocolate slump. Anytime an energy boost is needed.

You can also offer it as a one-off event like a wellness day, as part of a team building session at an offsite day, or at a corporate event like a sales conference of exhibition.

times

Reiki treatments in the office can be arranged for half day or full day. I can also attend your offsite and corporate events.

about me

As a member of The Reiki Association, I work within the agreed Code of Ethics and Practice for Reiki and within those boundaries ensuring that all my clients and students receive the most professional treatments and training.

I offer Reiki at Raja Yoga Lund in Sweden, give regular meditation classes and also teach Reiki at the centre. I am a member of the Förenade Reikiförbundet in Sweden. Reiki is classified as Wellness in Sweden by the Swedish Tax Agency – a bonus for you and your employees.

I’ve been a certified Reiki practitioner since 2002 and a Reiki and meditation teacher since 2005. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Sociology from the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in South Africa.

Having worked for many years in corporate communications, I have extensive knowledge of the business world and know the ethics and precesses within companies. I honour privacy and know how to manoeuvre this world.

To book my services or for more information email me at laurika.bretherton@gmail.com.

Reiki is just as beneficial for animals as humans. I find it an amazing way to connect with the animals around me. They have taught me so much about forgiveness, compassion and courage.

I qualified as a Reiki Animal Practitioner and attended a workshop on animal communication with Amelia Kinkade. While living in Chicago I volunteered at an animal shelter cleaning dog cages, walking them and offering them Reiki.

A session can be given in person or at a distance and lasts the same length as a human session.

Contact me for more information: laurika.bretherton@gmail.com

Member of the International Association of Reiki Professionals 

 

Member of The Reiki Association 

 

 

Member of Reiki Forbundet Sweden

 

 

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Sociology from the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in Port Elizabeth South Africa (1994)

Usui Reiki I and II  with Reiki teacher Laurelle Gaia. (2002)

Volunteered at an animal shelter in Chicago, Illinois, working directly with the animals – cleaning cages, taking them for walks, feeding them and sharing Reiki with them. (2002)

Usui Reiki Master / Teacher with Reiki teacher Amanda Lamprecht. (2005)

Animal communication workshop with Amelia Kinkade (2006)

Active listening skills training in order to volunteer at UK Suicide helpline, The Samaritans (2006-2008).

Offered emotional support to prisoners at a London’s Wandsworth Prison (2008).

Dolphin Reiki Attunement with Linda Horton (2013)

Animal Reiki Practitioner Certification with Lisa Powers (2016)

Crystal Reiki Master / Teacher with Lisa Powers (2017)

Additional Training: Spiritual development with the Archangels and Spiritual development in the arms of your Guardian Angel with Ros Place and the complete Tarot reading course with Sal Jade.

I provide regular Reiki and Chakra clearing treatments online and at Raja Yoga Lund in Sweden, where I also give guided meditation classes. If you live in this region of Sweden, you can book times or find out more here.

lineage

Reiki is transmitted from teacher to student through attunements. You can call it an energy transfer that includes symbols and mantras. Every Reiki practitioner should be able to track their lineage back to Dr Usui. The lineage of your Reiki practitioner is an important factor, especially when you want to learn how to give Reiki.

reiki certificates

Class Structure

Usui Reiki first degree class and attunement

Reiki is a Japanese technique that reduces stress, helps the body to relax and promotes healing. It is works through the palms of the therapist’s hands and is based on the idea that an unseen life force energy flows through us and it is this energy that keeps us alive. If our life force energy is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more able to be happy and healthy. Reiki works on the whole person including body, emotions, mind and spirit creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing.

How long: Two days – usually over a weekend between 10:00am and 17:30pm

Where: South Africa, Sweden and the United Kingdom (other locations coming soon)

What the Students will learn:

• The history, nature and science of Reiki
• The 5 Reiki principles and how to apply them to your daily life
• Ways of using Reiki including on animals, plants and food
• About attunements
• Receive a Reiki first degree attunement
• About ethics and permission
• About energy healing
• The human energy field and chakras
• Importance of self-healing
• Meditation and visualisation
• Learn the traditional hand positions
• Practice giving Reiki treatments to self and others
• Learn how to incorporate Reiki in your daily life
• Practice practice practice

Usui Reiki second degree class and attunement

When you decide to do Usui Reiki Level 2 you have made a commitment to walk the healing path – both for yourself and others. Healing is more than just using your hands to help someone feel better.

It is a way of life. During this class, we explore emotional healing. We look at topics such as mindfulness, meditation, manifesting goals and working with traumas. At this level you also learn the symbols and how to perform distant healing. If you want to delve deeper into your emotional and mental healing, then this class is for you. This is another step on your journey towards self-acceptance and healing.

How long: Two days – usually over a weekend between 10:00am and 17:30pm

Where: South Africa, Sweden and the United Kingdom (other locations coming soon)

What the Students will learn:

• The three pillars of Reiki
• How to live the 5 Reiki Principles
• Drawing the Reiki Symbols
• Meditations on the Reiki symbols
• Animal Reiki
• Reiki shares and circles
• Reiki crystal grid
• Grounding
• Energy blocks and disease
• Manifesting goals
• Distance healing
• Reiki stack
• Meditation and visualisation
• Receive a Reiki Level 2 Attunement
• Practice giving Reiki treatments to others and self
• More about symbols
• Practice practice practice

Member of the International Association of Reiki Professionals

Member of The Reiki Association 

 

 

Member of Reikiförbundet – Sweden