Reiki and Bowen: Two Gentle Ways to Slow Down This November
The clocks have gone back, the leaves are piling up on the pavements around Chorley and it's dark not long after half four. For a lot of us, November is the month when everything seems to speed up. Work gets busier, Christmas plans start creeping in and the evenings feel shorter than ever.
It's also the time of year when people start asking me about Reiki. Many already know a little about Bowen, but Reiki is newer at the clinic, so I thought I'd explain what each one is like, how they differ and how they can sit alongside each other.
What a Bowen session is like
Bowen is a gentle, hands-on therapy. I use a series of light, rolling moves over muscles and soft tissue, then step out of the room for a few minutes to give your body time to settle before the next set. Those pauses are part of the session, not a gap in it. Most people tell me the quiet in between is the bit they enjoy most.
You stay comfortable and clothed throughout, usually lying on the therapy bed with a blanket. Your first visit takes about an hour, because we start with a relaxed chat about you, your routine and what you'd like from your time here. Follow-up sessions take about 45 minutes.
What a Reiki session is like
Reiki is even quieter. You lie fully clothed on the bed while I place my hands lightly on, or just above, different areas such as the head, shoulders and feet. There's no pressure and no movement for you to do. Many people describe a feeling of warmth, heaviness or simply being very still, and some drift off completely, which is absolutely fine.
A Reiki session lasts 45 minutes. It's a lovely choice if you simply want to lie down, switch off and have some proper time to yourself without anything being asked of you.
Using them together
Some clients like one, some prefer the other, and some enjoy a little of both. I often bring elements of Reiki into a Bowen session, so the two blend naturally. If you're not sure which to try, that's completely normal. We can talk it through when you get in touch, and there's no wrong answer. It's really about what feels right for you at the time.
A few things people find helpful to know:
Both are gentle and calm, with no cracking, clicking or deep massage.
You keep your clothes on for both.
You don't need to "believe" in anything or prepare. Just come as you are, ideally in something comfy.
Everyone's experience is personal, so I never promise a particular result. What I can offer is a warm, quiet space and some time that's just for you.
Making time for yourself before December
If the run-up to Christmas tends to swallow you whole, booking something in now can be a nice way of keeping a little space for yourself. You'll find me at 16 Cherry Tree Grove in Chorley, PR6 7BL, a short hop from Whittle-le-Woods, Euxton, Adlington and Leyland.
Prices are simple:
Bowen first visit: £50
Bowen follow-up: £45
Reiki: £45 for 45 minutes
Fascia Release: £65 first session, £55 follow-up
You can book through the website, and I usually reply to enquiries within about an hour.
And if you know someone who could do with a bit of calm this winter, gift vouchers are available too. Just drop me an email, give me a ring or send a WhatsApp.
Small moves. Big difference.
Brett
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