Chicory Hill Herbs: Julia Thompson: Interview

{By Chelsea Morning Pappas}

With sacred feathers hanging from her hair, and gemstones stashed in pockets like medicine bags, she walks, with the earth as her tribe, majestic and purposefully, grounded by the mud, dirt, and grass beneath her feet. Like the sun, she radiates warmth, adventure, compassion and honesty, that can be felt even from great distances, inspiring growth, happiness, peace. Able to converse with the universe; she is magnetic, she is energy, she is healer, she is guide. It was an honor and joy to interview Reiki Master, Julia Thompson.

Would you explain to our readers what Reiki is and what it means to you personally?

Reiki is an energetic hands-on healing modality. A Reiki session consists of a Reiki Practitioner gently laying hands on you in a variety of still positions (or hovering them over you) to channel in Universal Healing Energy. Reiki energy cleanses and balances your energy fields ~ and works for healing on all levels - mentally, emotionally, physically, and Spiritually. It is also a very relaxing experience. To me, Reiki represents the capacity to connect to the Divinity of the Universe and the Divinity within US to be able to clear out the old and welcome the loving new.

For someone who may not be familiar, could you explain a little as to what some of the sensations a person might experience during a Reiki session? And, for those who are considering becoming attuned with Reiki, what sensations do you, as a practitioner experience?

Receiving Reiki feels VERY relaxing. I relate the emotional sensations of Reiki to the feelings of love, comfort, safety, and sinking into yourself. It’s not uncommon for a new client to come in and tell me that they are high-strung and not easily relaxed, and then mention after their session that they haven’t relaxed like that in YEARS!

Clients also often feel heat from the practitioner’s hands and throughout their body. It is not actually the practitioner’s hands being HOT, it is the energy that is flowing through them. Others feel tingling and cooling. Some people experience a sensation of waves of energy flowing through them. When your energy is shifting, you can feel really neat energetic experiences that are unique to you and your session.

As you give Reiki, you receive Reiki. So giving Reiki is a very Zen experience. I feel a flow of energy coming down my head and through my chest and arms. When working with clients I also feel a variety of sensations indicating different blockages, imbalances, or traumas in their energy field.

Reiki energy can be sent to others at a distance, how does this work?

Energy is everywhere and everything. Once attuned to Reiki II you become energetically attuned to and learn to utilize a symbol which is an energetic bridge to give you the ability to send distance healing. There are unlimited aspects of what you can send healing to using this symbol ~ people, circumstances (Past, Present, Future), Mother Gaia, Historic Spiritual Figures…anything! However, it is important to practice Energy Code when sending distance healing to an individual, doing so by simply getting their consent!

You offer clients the option of incorporating crystals into their Reiki session. When did you first become interested in working with gemstones?

Gemstones have been a very special part of my conscious journey. They were my first peek into understanding more about energy. I was introduced to them in 2012 by a friend. I recall having quite a surprised reaction that I could FEEL the vibrations of the stones. A process of breaking the ROCK SOLID belief system that a rock is just a rock began. Crystals created the space for me to learn about energy discernment. Different stones made me feel different ways and held different sensations, which led me to learning how to honor myself and what I was feeling in deeper ways than ever before. It was natural for me to incorporate stones into my Reiki sessions ~ they are my little energetic helpers.

Not only are you a healer, you are also a teacher of Reiki! For those who are interested in becoming attuned with Reiki, would you explain how, where, and when a seeker might be able to attend your classes?

Once dates are announced all classes are listed on our events page on our website: www.quantumbalanceerie.com

If interested in learning Reiki, the levels go as follows:

Reiki I, Reiki II, ART (Advanced Reiki Therapy) and Reiki Master.

There are many different kinds of Reiki, I teach Usui Reiki.

My Reiki I class is a 2 day weekend course. During the course you become attuned to Reiki level I, learn how to use it for self-healing, healing for others, plants, and animals. It also focuses on developing energy discernment techniques!

You bring such a glorious amount of positivity, light and healing to the world and I love that you also offer Manifest your Dreams; one-on-one dream manifestation sessions, Energetic Space Clearing and Life Coaching!! What advice would you give to someone who wants to change their life, but might be afraid to take that first step?

Big changes can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to slip into black or white thinking when making changes in your life. Acknowledging any issue is always the first step towards change. Then, remember, small daily or weekly actions add up to bigger changes! Never be embarrassed to seek out assistance and support for your journey. A support system, like a Life Coach, can often be what YOU need to stay motivated and insightful on why you are making the changes you desire!

10 little questions (because it’s the little things that mean so much)

What is your favorite sound?

Rain hitting treetops in a forest

What smell do you love?

Palo Santo

Which is better: mud pies or fruit pies?

Mud Pies…but literally! I love to barefoot walk and mud is my favorite to play in!

What show would you rather find yourself in, Mister Rogers Neighborhood or Bill Nye the Science Guy?

Mister Rogers!

Do you have a spirit animal?

I receive lots of messages from lots of different animals ~ I’d say maybe I AM a Spirit Animal ;)

If you were a Biker, what would your Biker name be?

Feather Rider

What’s your favorite herb?

Mint!

What’s your favorite essential oil?

(Local Creator) Nature’s Essence’s mixture called Love’s Enchantment with Jasmine, Palo Santo, Palmarosa, and Lavender with flower petals!

What’s your favorite gemstone?

Selenite!

What is the universe trying to tell us?

We are all interconnected. Be kind to others. Be kind to yourself. Allow yourself to Grow, Evolve, and Blossom. We are all Divinely supported. There is enough for EVERYONE.