How Reiki Helps with Holiday Overwhelm (and Why You Might Feel Tired Afterward)
- Rebecca
- Oct 9
- 2 min read
🌿 The Holidays Bring More Than Joy
The holiday season can be beautiful — full of lights, gatherings, and connection — but it can also feel overstimulating. From long to-do lists to emotional family dynamics, your body and mind may start to live in constant “go” mode.
When the nervous system stays in that heightened state for too long, it’s common to feel anxious, exhausted, or unable to fully rest. Reiki offers a gentle way to reset.
✨ How Reiki Supports the Nervous System
Reiki helps the body shift from fight-or-flight (stress response) into rest-and-digest (healing mode).During a session, you simply relax — fully clothed, lying or seated — while your practitioner lightly places their hands above or on specific areas of the body.
You may feel warmth, tingling, or a wave of calm. These sensations indicate that your energy is starting to flow more freely, and your body is doing what it naturally knows how to do: restore balance.
When your nervous system calms, you might notice:
Deeper breathing
Softer muscles and jaw
A slower heart rate
A quiet mind
That shift alone can make a world of difference during a busy season.
💤 Why You Might Feel Tired After Reiki
Many people report feeling sleepy or “floaty” after a Reiki session — especially if they’ve been carrying long-term tension or stress. This is completely normal.
Think of it as your body finally exhaling after holding its breath for months.The fatigue isn’t a sign that something’s wrong; it’s a sign that your nervous system is finally relaxing.
After a session, give yourself space to:
Drink plenty of water
Avoid rushing into tasks
Rest if you feel drawn to nap or journal
Let emotions or sensations come and go without judgment
Within a day or two, you’ll likely notice more clarity, calm, and steadier energy.
🌙 Reiki as a Reset for Holiday Overwhelm
Even one session can create a noticeable shift, but consistent practice helps you build resilience — your ability to return to calm more easily.
For many of my clients, Reiki becomes a grounding ritual throughout the holiday months. It’s a moment to pause, breathe, and release everything that isn’t theirs to carry.
🌿 Book Your “Holiday Calm Package”
If you’re ready to move through the season with more ease, my Holiday Calm Package includes three 60-minute Reiki sessions designed to help you stay centered and supported through the holidays.
📍 Available in Pittsburgh or online💸 $199 for three sessions (limited-time October offer)
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