I want to share something deeply personal with you — because being attuned to Reiki gave me the strength, the awareness, and the energetic tools to support my father in his final hours. On September 10th, 2016, my dad lay in a hospital bed, slowly approaching death. His body was shutting down, but his spirit was still strong. Still present. Still holding on.
Through Reiki, I was able to tune into his energy, comfort him on a soul level, and help him prepare for the transition we all one day face — the journey from this life into what lies beyond.
🕊️ Supporting a Peaceful Death with Reiki
Reiki is more than just energy healing — it’s a powerful, sacred support system for moments we often feel powerless in. As my father lay curled in a fetal position, unable to speak or open his eyes, I gently placed my Reiki hands on his frail body. His wife would often ask me to do this, hoping to bring him some comfort.
What happened next was something I’ll never forget.
I connected with my father in a way I never had before — not through words, but through energy, emotion, and spirit. I could feel him holding on… unsure, resistant, struggling with the idea of letting go.
But Reiki allowed me to reach him — the real him — the soul beyond the suffering body.
🌌 Communicating Beyond the Physical
As I continued my Reiki practice by his bedside, I started to receive images, sensations, and impressions — like I was having a gentle, intuitive conversation with him. It wasn’t my imagination. It was spirit-to-spirit communication.
He was afraid of leaving. He was confused. But over the hours, he softened.
He began to face “there” more than “here.” His spirit started turning toward loved ones who had already crossed — I could feel their presence welcoming him. He began to find peace.
The last time I connected with his energy, he was no longer facing me. He was laughing, talking with his brothers who had passed before him, embracing them with joy. His soul had begun to walk the path home.
Shortly after, his body died.
❤️ A Spiritual Gift I'll Always Carry
Being able to support my dad before his death — not just physically, but energetically and spiritually — was one of the most humbling experiences of my life.
Reiki gave me that gift.
I am endlessly grateful to my dad, for being my teacher in this sacred moment, one of my toughest teachers in life - and for allowing me to grow through it. His passing was not just an ending, but a transition filled with understanding, light, and healing.
Thank you for being my dad, Dad.
And thank you for playing such a big part in my soul's growth. xo
✨Why Reiki Is So Important at the End of Life
The end of life is one of the most vulnerable, sacred transitions we will ever experience — both for the one leaving and for those who love them. During this deeply emotional time, Reiki can offer a gentle, non-invasive form of comfort that supports not just the physical body, but also the emotional and spiritual aspects of the person who is transitioning.
Reiki provides a calming, peaceful energy that can help reduce fear, anxiety, and discomfort. It brings a sense of stillness to the room — not in a heavy way, but in a deeply loving and grounded way that supports the soul's journey. For many, Reiki opens a space where acceptance, connection, and even spiritual communication can occur with grace.
Spiritually, Reiki can help ease the resistance some people may feel when facing the unknown. It allows the soul to feel held, acknowledged, and supported. Emotionally, it creates space for forgiveness, clarity, and peace. And energetically, it helps to align the body with the natural process of letting go — softening the struggle and creating room for surrender.
For family members and caregivers, offering Reiki at the end of life can also be healing. It allows them to feel like they are doing something meaningful — not to fix or change the outcome, but to be present with unconditional love.
Whether you're trained in Reiki or simply drawn to its healing energy, this practice reminds us that love transcends the physical — and that we can still connect, communicate, and support each other, even in our final moments.
