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When Our Empathy Becomes Complicity: Boundaries for Highly Sensitive Healers
A love letter to the tender-hearted who are learning to hold both softness and strength I need to share about something that's been...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Jul 11, 20255 min read


A Reiki Perspective on Being with Difficult Emotions
I thought I'd bring up something that we all experience but rarely get comfortable discussing: those big, messy, difficult emotions that...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 22, 20255 min read


A Gentle Approach to Looking After Your Inner Child(ren)
With so much chaos surrounding us right now, I know that the little you inside might be totally freaking out. I've got a few inner kids,...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 6, 20254 min read


Cultivating Gentleness When the World Feels Hard: Practices for Preserving Your Tender Heart
There's a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from trying to stay open-hearted when the world feels like it's constantly testing...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Apr 2, 20255 min read


Prayer for the Ones in the Times
May we mourn at any time we need without resistance or judgment. May our grief refresh and grow our rooted resilience. May our tears...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Self-Love in the Age of Instagram: Breaking Free from Compare and Despair
Hi hi, Instagram scrollers and busy bees! Let's chat about something super important in our hyper-connected, always-on world: self-love....

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Aug 30, 20243 min read


Self-Discovery: Reconnecting with Your Body's Messages
Over the years, I have often been asked, "What brought you to Reiki?" Though I had multiple motivations to learn Reiki, the truest one...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 30, 20244 min read


Life Hacks: Lessons from Living with ADHD
My experience navigating life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been an incredible journey filled with challenges,...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 16, 20246 min read


From My Heart to Yours on Coping after Suicide Loss
CW: suicide loss Losing someone to suicide is one of the most painful experiences imaginable. The grief can feel like a relentless storm, battering your heart and soul. But I've learned that healing is possible, even when the pain seems unbearable, and learning the ways my particular self and system functions has helped me cope after suicide loss. Let me share what has helped me through this journey, from the depths of my heart. The grief of losing my dad to suicide in 2011

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
May 9, 20244 min read


Reducing Stigma by Learning the Facts: Suicide Myth-Busting
Losing a loved one to suicide spurs countless questions around the “why” and “how”. In our search for answers, misunderstandings arise about factors leading to suicide. Myths can negatively impact those grieving and fuel stigma. By learning facts on suicide and sharing real stories, we gain insight for prevention while reducing misconceptions. Image by Md Abdul Rashid/Pixabay Six Myths About Suicide versus the Facts Myth #1: Suicide happens without warning signs. Fact: Most

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Feb 22, 20243 min read


No Valentine? No Problem! Self-Love Day is Every Day
Valentine's Day is over and you survived, hopefully without tossing your cookies or giving out any knuckle sandwiches. Now, it's time to...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Feb 15, 20244 min read


Unveiling the Heart and Navigating Emotions after Suicide Loss
In the silent aftermath of losing a loved one to suicide, emotions become a turbulent sea, with waves of guilt, anger, and profound grief crashing against the shores of our existence. This blog invites you to navigate the complex labyrinth of feelings that survivors grapple with in the wake of such a devastating loss. From the weight of self-blame to the isolating shadows of stigma, we embark on a journey through the heartache, shedding light on the common struggles that weav

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Jan 25, 20244 min read


Mindful Moments: A Simple Walking Meditation
A simple yet powerful practice like walking meditation can help you connect with the present moment and foster a sense of calm. Let's...

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Jan 11, 20242 min read


Embracing Gentle Commitments: A New Approach to the New Year
As this calendar year comes to an end, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the past and contemplating resolutions for the future....

Rev. Marshall K Hammer
Dec 28, 20234 min read
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