A Peace of Mine by Carlease Reiki Yoga and Birth Doula

08/16/2026

Today, we honor Dr. Mikao Usui, whose willingness to observe, explore, and teach created a path that continues to guide countless practitioners around the world.

At Rooted Presence™, we believe growth doesn’t require abandoning our foundations—it requires understanding them more deeply. Every generation has the opportunity to expand knowledge, but wisdom is found in remembering those who paved the way before us. We honor the roots while continuing to cultivate the branches.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Usui. Your legacy continues to remind us that healing begins with presence.

07/20/2026

07/14/2026

🧘🏽‍♀️ In yoga, where we place our gaze matters.

Drishti invites us to soften the distractions around us and become intentional about what receives our attention. But the practice does not end when we leave the mat.

Every day, something is asking for our focus—fear, comparison, uncertainty, old wounds, future worries. And while we cannot always control what appears before us, we can become more conscious of what we continue to give our energy to.

✨ Focus is not about ignoring what is difficult.
It is about learning how to remain grounded without allowing every distraction to pull you away from yourself.

Where has your attention been resting lately?

🧘🏽‍♀️ A Peace of Mine, LLC

07/05/2026

Many people ask if crystals are required for Reiki.

The answer is no.

Reiki stands on its own. It doesn’t require crystals, candles, incense, or any special tools to be effective. The practitioner serves as a channel for Reiki energy.

So why do many Reiki practitioners use crystals?

Think of crystals as companions—not the source of healing. Each crystal has its own natural energetic qualities that may help support a person’s intention during a session. For example, someone seeking emotional balance might appreciate the calming presence of rose quartz, while another working through mental overwhelm may feel drawn to amethyst.

Crystals don’t do the Reiki.

Instead, they can help create an environment that encourages grounding, reflection, focus, or relaxation. They become another way to support the client’s experience while Reiki continues to flow where it is needed most.

At Rooted Presence™, we believe it’s important to understand the difference.

✨ Reiki is the practice.
✨ Crystals are a complementary tool.
✨ Neither replaces appropriate medical or mental health care, but both can support an individual’s overall wellness journey when used intentionally.

Whether your Reiki session includes crystals or not, the most important element is presence—creating a space where the body can soften, the mind can settle, and the nervous system has an opportunity to move toward regulation and restoration.

Have you ever experienced Reiki with crystals? I’d love to hear what the experience was like for you.

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06/24/2026

🔔 💛 This project has been on my heart for a long time, and I’m finally sharing it with the world.

I’m so excited to officially introduce the Rooted Presence™ YouTube Channel — a space where we’ll explore Reiki, energy healing, nervous system regulation, self-awareness, and the deeper layers of transformation and healing.

🎥 Our very first episode is now live:

Cord Cutting: More than Energy, It’s Awareness | Rooted Presence™

https://youtube.com/-energy?si=5C5qorxmxMwbNIp7

Cord cutting is often viewed as an energetic practice, but what if it’s also an invitation into deeper awareness? In this episode, we explore what cord cutting truly means, how our attachments are formed, and why awareness—not avoidance—is often the first step toward healing.

Whether you’re new to Reiki, curious about energy work, or actively walking your own healing journey, this channel was created with you in mind.

✨ Please help us grow this beautiful community by:
✔️ Watching the first episode
✔️ Liking the video
✔️ Subscribing to the channel
✔️ Sharing it with someone who may need this message

Your support means more than you know, and I’m grateful to have you on this journey with me. More conversations, teachings, and healing insights are on the way.

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