Reiki is a natural healing technique which brings about harmony and balance in physical, emotional, mental and spiritual ways. “Rei” and “ki” are two Japanese words meaning Universal Life Force Energy, which flows through all living beings. It can be depleted simply by living in our chaotic world. When our energy flow is blocked, illness or dis-ease can result. Some doctors say that up to 98% of illness is caused primarily through the mental and emotional state. Reiki is a form of natural healing that flows through the hands of the practitioner with the intention of releasing blocked energy, creating a state of balance. This activates the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
Barbara (AKA Barb/Gigi) Garcia has been a student of spirituality since the mid-80s when she overcame drug addiction by embracing a power greater than herself, and studying Ernest Holmes teachings. She helped create Aloha Center for Spiritual Living, an Ernest Holmes’ center, in Kailua Kona (2008–2013) and took several classes while serving on the board of directors.
Barbara began studying nutrition in the 1990s, after suffering from an undeterminable condition (by western medicine) for approximately five years. Out of desperation, determination and serendipity, Barbara came across some books on achieving optimal health and its relationship to nutrition. With those books in hand, she was able to self-diagnose her condition, which was systemic candida. After suffering for years, she went on an elimination “diet” for two weeks. Her condition stopped and never came back. This led to a lifelong desire to understand the connection between what we consume (food, drinks, medication) and how it affects our body, mind and spirit. After more than 30 years of studying nutrition, when Barbara retired from her publishing company in 2023, she became certified as a nutritional counselor so she could share her knowledge in an attempt to help people who are suffering.
Becoming a Reiki practitioner in 2002 was natural for Barbara, after she had received twelve years of Reiki treatments from her mentor, Diane Vaughn Burkinshaw. Barbara credits Reiki with saving her life and her sanity while recovering from drug addiction. Reiki taught her how to forgive and love herself and others unconditionally, which has led to a peaceful and fulfilling life.
Barbara was inspired to share these gifts with others, and now, in retirement, is inspired to share it with anyone who is interested. Contact Barbara via phone or text to set up an appointment at 808-345-2017.