It's a Lie! Healers Can't Fix You.

There’s a common myth about healers that we’re going to debunk today, and that’s the belief a healer can “fix” you. In reality, we don’t do anything. You’re the one that does the work!

Sure, we likely have tons of training, multiple certifications, intuition off the charts, and an ability to “heal” others with only our presence. But you know what? All that means that we’ve done the work to clear out our energy, our inner space so that we may hold the space for others. We become a brighter mirror and in doing so, heighten the possibility for other people to recognize that glow and power within themselves.

Marianne Williamson wrote in Return to Love

And as we let our own light shine,

We unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.

As we're liberated from our own fear,

Our presence automatically liberates others.

It’s true. If someone comes in for a Reiki treatment, the practitioner isn’t putting their energy into that person in some magical way that “cures” the ailment. What we do is open our vessel to let in more of the Universal Energy and we become a conduit. We don’t necessarily direct the energy or give it instructions, we trust that through the intention we hold for healing that the energy knows exactly what to do and where to go.

None of us are smarter than the Universe, Source Energy or God or Spirit — whatever you call it, it’s all the same— and it runs the show in conjunction with us, behind the scenes. Energy workers have the training to tap into this pure life force energy on a deeper level, and can subconsciously open up other people’s ability to do it too.

Really, that’s what’s happening when you’re on the table. We have assisted you in opening up your field and ability to receive energy in a way you’re not used to. In truth, absolutely anyone can learn to channel energy, it’s not a secret or super power only meant for a few. Each and every single person on the planet (as well as plants and animals) are channels for this energy.

Ever snuggled up with a fluffy pet and have instantly felt a calm, peaceful shift after a hectic day? That’s what I’m talking about here. The channeling of this energy that literally needs no instructions it’s so smart. All it needs to manifest is a vessel, a bridge between the spiritual and physical worlds. And you can feel it in a tangible way. You notice when you feel full of love.

And that’s what an energy healer is. A clear, open vessel to lovingly transfer the “information” (aka energy) to whoever is receiving the treatment. What this does is unlocks the door within you (sometimes you know, sometimes you don’t) to basically do the same thing— become a channel for the light.

We essentially mirror back to you your own power and ability to self heal. We hold the intent so deeply within us that it must show up in you. You can only recognize something in someone else if it’s already residing within you. So, when you look at us like “this healer could really help me feel better and fix my problem”, what you’re really seeing is “this person is going to help me recognize the power within myself to unravel whatever is stuck because they’re willing to see me in the same light as they see themselves”.

Wherever I go into a session with a client, I get really excited because I know I’m going to blow them away with the results. It happens every time. I literally watch heads explode with what I do. And it’s so exciting. The best part of my job is seeing people realize the work they just did was all them. I just provide some instructions and guidance on how to get there, while holding a non-judgmental sacred space of love for them to process and release. Really, you’re the one doing all the work.

Here’s the other thing— no one can do the work for you. No one can “take away” your pain. No one can “make” you feel a certain way. No one can turn things around for you. These are all tiny choices, conscious and unconscious, that you make for yourself. Healers simply help you free up the energy keeping you making the same choices, which in turn allows your physical body to release tension, as everything we’ve ever experienced gets stored in our cells and perpetuates habitual loop-cycles.

With energy healing, you also have to want to change. You must hold the intent for healing within yourself. This helps you receive the energy in a way that is congruent with what you are asking for. It’s ok to think “I don’t really believe this will work, but I’m willing to give it a try”, because if you showed up for the appointment, that means there’s a true desire to heal. And really, that’s all you need.

If you have any questions about energy healing, would like to set up an appointment, or learn how to do it for yourself, check out theredbarnindurham.com to find classes or a practitioner you feel called to. We always say read bios, have some chats, and trust your gut when it comes to selecting an energy healer to work with. We are always happy to guide you to the right person as well if it’s not us that you’re meant to work with. 

What are some of your experiences with energy healing or questions you’d like answered? Comment below!

Written by Katie Cavenagh, Energy Alignment Specialist & Wordsmith. Find more at FeelYourLight.com/blog and https://katiecavenagh.medium.com/