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Author & Reiki Teacher Nicholas Pearson | How to Learn Reiki

Season 2, Ep. 72

Nicholas Pearson is an award-winning author and Reiki teacher. He has devoted almost three decades to studying the mineral kingdom and is an expert in every aspect. Nicholas's love for crystals began in high school when he taught crystal workshops. Later on, while pursuing a degree in music, he studied mineral science at Stetson University's Gillespie Museum.


In 2006, Nicholas embarked on his Reiki journey and became a master in various traditional Japanese Reiki, such as Usui Reiki Ryoho, Jikiden Reiki, and Komyo ReikiDo. He has also trained in various Western Reiki styles, both traditional and non-traditional, such as Usui Shiki Ryoho, Usui/Tibetan Reiki, and Kundalini Reiki. Nicholas aims to bring together practitioners of all Reiki lineages through his Reiki training, practice sessions, and events. He hopes to help others understand how and where Reiki developed and where it can take us.


Apart from being a Certified Medical Reiki Master and an Animal Reiki practitioner, Nicholas also serves on the Board of Directors of the Shelter Animal Reiki Association. He has previously served as a National Reiki in Healthcare Certification Initiative board member. Additionally, he is a member of the International Association of Reiki Professionals, Shibumi International Reiki Association, and Reiki Healing Association. Nicholas's famous book, Foundations of Reiki Ryoho: A Manual of Shoden and Okuden, is available in English and Italian.


Nicholas offers seminars on crystal healing, Reiki, and flower essence therapy online and worldwide. He has authored eight books, including Crystal Basics and Foundations of Reiki Ryoho, and resides in Orlando, Florida, USA.

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