Summary
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Title: Spiritual Precepts and Elders Inspire Winter Board Meeting
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content: The Reiki Alliance Board held its January meeting in Cataldo, preceded by talks with Reiki elders. The meeting focused on re-evaluating the Alliance's purpose, finances, licensing, and the search for an interim director. The presence of a historical scroll and the spirit of Reiki guided discussions.
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Title: On Initiating Masters
Authors: Lore Massar
Content: Reflection on the responsibility and personal growth involved in initiating Reiki Masters, emphasizing self-awareness, boundaries, and the importance of community.
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Title: Editor's Desk: Spot Reiki
Authors: Krishna Kloers-Kempff, Esther Sterchi
Content: Discussion on cultural differences in language and communication within The Reiki Alliance, highlighting German and Swiss perspectives on authority and discipline.
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Title: Curaçao Foundation Celebrates 6 Successful Years
Authors: Chila Getrouw Martes
Content: The Reiki House Foundation in Curaçao marks six years of non-profit service, emphasizing unconditional love, volunteer work, and the motto "Heal yourself by healing others."
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Title: Director Search in Progress
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: The Board is hiring an Interim Director for 2-3 years to evaluate the Alliance's administrative needs, with the new director to be introduced at the 1998 conference.
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Title: 10th Anniversary Reiki Alliance Auction
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: Auction to support translation and interpretation costs for the 1998 conference, with contributions like Reiki treatments, calligraphy, and magazine subscriptions.
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Title: Not the Last Word
Authors: Susan Mitchell
Content: Reflection on the purpose and value of The Reiki Alliance, emphasizing connection, community, and the importance of relationships over bureaucracy.
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Title: 16th Global Gathering
Authors: Elfie Schlumberger, Chelsea VanKoughnett
Content: Conference theme "Caring for the Usui System," with activities to nurture healing, community, and connection among Reiki Masters.
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Title: Let's Do It Again: 10 Year Anniversary of Alliance Auction
Authors: Chelsea VanKoughnett
Content: History of the Alliance auction, its success in raising funds, and plans for a 10th-anniversary auction to support translation costs.
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Title: "Education" Is Key Word in Licensing Plan
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: The Board plans a mail vote on licensing for Alliance membership, emphasizing education and community discussion on the licensing plan's purpose and implications.
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Title: On Initiating Masters (continued)
Authors: Lore Massar
Content: Continued reflection on the responsibility of initiating Reiki Masters, questioning personal readiness and the impact on the Reiki community.
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Title: Revelations In Fields of Finance
Authors: Buttons (Ned Wolf)
Content: Financial overview of Alliance income and expenses, with a focus on transparency and the breakdown of conference costs.
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Title: Usui Trademark Corporation Develops Licensing Procedures
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: Phyllis Lei Furumoto establishes the Usui Trademark Corporation to register trademarks and create a licensing system for Reiki Masters in the Usui lineage.
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Title: The Art of Reiki: Gratitude Found in Japan
Authors: Fokke Brink
Content: Reflection on a visit to Japan, exploring the cultural and historical context of Reiki, and the acceptance of Phyllis Lei Furumoto as the Grandmaster of the Usui lineage.
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Title: Reiki and the Day Job
Authors: Eleanor Quirk
Content: Personal account of balancing Reiki practice with daily life and work, emphasizing the integration of Reiki into everyday activities and relationships.
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Title: Reiki Is A Path, Not A Product
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: Reflection on Reiki as a spiritual path rather than a commercial product, emphasizing the importance of trust, practice, and the role of money in Reiki initiations.
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Title: Having Our Cake
Authors: Wanja Twan
Content: Personal reflection on the history and purpose of The Reiki Alliance, emphasizing unity, equality among Reiki Masters, and the importance of acknowledging Phyllis Lei Furumoto as Grandmaster.
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Title: To "Acknowledge" the Grandmaster
Authors: Mark Ruge
Content: Exploration of the meaning of "acknowledgment" of Phyllis Lei Furumoto as the lineage bearer, emphasizing focus, surrender, and the discipline of the Usui System.
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Title: Changes Offer Great Opportunity
Authors: Marion Todd
Content: Reflection on the corporatization of Reiki, emphasizing the opportunity to integrate business methods with the simplicity and purity of Reiki practice.
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Title: Letters: Renewal Rituals
Authors: Rebecca Rueter
Content: Poetic reflection on rituals, connection, and the promise of Reiki.
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Title: Spirit Of The Licensing Plan
Authors: Jason Kelly Thompson
Content: Discussion on the purpose of the licensing plan, emphasizing alignment with the form of Usui Shiki Ryoho and the responsibility of Reiki Masters in initiating new masters.
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Title: Office News
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: Updates on the Amsterdam office's multilingual staff, dues payment deadlines, and a new Dutch bank account for member payments.
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Title: Calendar of Events 1998
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: List of upcoming Reiki gatherings and events worldwide, including the 16th Annual Global Gathering in Gersfeld, Germany.
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Title: Announcements
Authors: (No author listed)
Content: Announcements of marriages, births, and deaths within The Reiki Alliance community.
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Summary
- Page: 1 Title: Caring for the Usui System: Report on the 1998 Reiki Alliance Conference
- Author: Not specified
- Content: Overview of the 16th global Reiki Alliance Conference in Gersfeld, Germany. 270 masters from 27 countries attended. Key topics: Phyllis Furumoto's proposal to license Reiki Masters, community discussions, and the Board's decision to cancel the fall vote on licensing.
- Page: 1 Title: Conference Opening
- Author: Not specified
- Content: Conference orientation by Chelsea VanKoughnett and Elfie Schlumberger. Introduction of key organizers and special guests Phyllis Lei Furumoto and Paul Mitchell. Emphasis on community, Reiki, and personal history.
- Page: 2 Title: Nothing Is Impossible
- Author: Connie Hoy
- Content: Personal story about the power of collective Reiki intention, highlighting the potential of Reiki Masters working together. Connie Hoy shares her excitement about the Alliance's future and her role as Executive Director.
- Page: 3 Title: Conference Voices
- Author: Dagmar Schneider-Damm
- Content: Compilation of participant comments on the conference experience, emphasizing community, openness, trust, and unity.
- Page: 5 Title: Alliance Affairs: Connie Hoy Is Alliance Executive Director
- Author: Barbara McDaniel
- Content: Introduction of Connie Hoy as the new Executive Director, her background, and her vision for the Alliance.
- Page: 5 Title: Elections and Annual Meeting
- Author: Dagmar Schneider-Damm
- Content: Announcement of new Board members: Kandy Brandt, Marta Getty, and Michael Hartley. Discussion on changing Board terms from two to three years.
- Page: 7 Title: Licensing: What Happened at the Conference
- Author: Not specified
- Content: Update on the licensing plan, including Phyllis Furumoto's proposal, community feedback, and the decision to postpone the licensing vote.
- Page: 7 Title: "My Job Is Over" Deborah Rodney Pex Resigns from the Board
- Author: Deborah Rodney Pex
- Content: Personal reflection on her resignation from the Board, her growth, and her decision to step back to find her own relationship with Reiki mastery.
- Page: 8-11 Title: Global Gathering
- Author: Not specified
- Content: Detailed coverage of conference activities, including presentations, home groups, meditations, and community discussions on licensing.
- Page: 12 Title: Office of the Grandmaster: Perspectives On Lineage And History
- Author: Paul Mitchell
- Content: Paul Mitchell's reflections on the history of Reiki, lineage, and the importance of storytelling in preserving the essence of Reiki.
- Page: 13 Title: Opinion: US Dollar Illogical Basis for Reiki Fees
- Author: Not specified
- Content: Discussion on the challenges of using the US dollar as a basis for Reiki fees, especially in regions with currency devaluation.
- Page: 14 Title: Reiki In Cyberspace
- Author: Janeanne Narrin
- Content: Exploration of Reiki's presence on the internet, including online communities, discussions, and the challenges of maintaining traditional Reiki values in cyberspace.
- Page: 15 Title: Letters
- Author: Various
- Content: Letters from members expressing opinions, experiences, and concerns about the Alliance, licensing, and community.
- Page: 16 Title: Calendar of Events
- Author: Not specified
- Content: List of upcoming Reiki gatherings, workshops, and events worldwide.
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Title: Board & OGM in Conversation: Caring for the Usui System
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Discussion between The Reiki Alliance Board and the Office of the Grandmaster (OGM) about licensing masters, trademark updates, and the purpose of The Reiki Alliance.
- Licensing to be available by spring 1998 at the earliest.
- Emphasis on honoring and caring for the Usui System of Reiki Healing.
- Phyllis Furumoto and Paul Mitchell discuss the covenant between students and the Usui System.
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Title: Editor's Desk: Spot Reiki
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Jokes, quotes, and anecdotes from the global Reiki community.
- Moose sighting during the September Board meeting, symbolizing self-esteem and wisdom.
- Wanja Twan's observations on the 1997 conference and the proposed licensing plan.
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Title: Seven Advantages of Reiki Alliance Members
Authors: Jim Frew
Content:
- Membership in a recognized world organization with a code of ethics and standards.
- Access to globally recognizable certificates for students.
- Networking and support through the membership directory and crisis line.
- Opportunities for learning from diverse perspectives and cultures.
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Title: Board & OGM in Conversation (continued)
Authors: Lynn Gebetsberger
Content:
- Discussion on the licensing plan and its implications for the Reiki community.
- Phyllis Furumoto clarifies that the plan is not about control but about articulating what is already true in the community.
- Trademarks are pending in several countries, and the licensing plan is being developed with feedback from masters worldwide.
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Title: September Board Meeting Report
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Key decisions from the September 1997 Board meeting in Cataldo, Idaho.
- Goals for 1997-98: improving communication, supporting the licensing plan, developing better community communication, and financial awareness.
- Plans for the 1998 conference theme: "living our common purpose; sharing our gifts."
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Title: Button, Button, Who's Got the Button?
Authors: Neal Wolf
Content:
- Discussion on the transparency of The Reiki Alliance's finances.
- Introduction of pie charts showing how dues are spent by program and total expenses.
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Title: Finance and Membership
Authors: Susan Mitchell
Content:
- Financial update: The Alliance had spent $7,373 more than revenue by June 1997 but expects to make up the shortfall by year-end.
- Membership update: 867 members as of August 1997, three fewer than the previous year.
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Title: Licensing Plan Survey Uncovers Questions
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Survey results from over 100 members in 10 countries about the proposed licensing requirements.
- Most respondents support the licensing concept but have questions about implementation.
- Phyllis Furumoto clarifies the Masters Education Program and licensing fees.
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Title: Update: Trademark and Licensing Plan
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Trademarks for "Usui Shiki Ryoho" and "Reiki" are pending in many countries.
- Licensing has been postponed until 1998 to allow for further development and feedback.
- Phyllis Furumoto emphasizes the importance of identifying different forms of practice and encouraging responsibility among masters.
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Title: Reiki Masters at Work
Authors: Elizabeth Warnholtz
Content:
- Personal story of aligning Reiki class fees with Alliance standards in Mexico.
- Reflections on the challenges and spiritual growth experienced during the process.
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Title: Consider "Market Price" for Reiki Classes
Authors: Greg Goodson
Content:
- Discussion on adjusting Reiki class fees to local market conditions.
- Suggestions for competitive pricing and marketing tactics to attract more students.
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Title: Let's Balance Reiki Fees
Authors: Rosine Anna Schiess
Content:
- Proposal to adjust Reiki fees based on the average living expenses of each country.
- Discussion on the imbalance caused by fixed fees across different economies.
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Title: The Art of Reiki: Russian Episode Colors Talks on Licensing
Authors: Maria Kumb
Content:
- Personal account of a Reiki gathering in Moscow and reflections on licensing and control.
- Discussion on the challenges of implementing an international licensing system.
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Title: Committee News Digest
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Updates from various committees: Care, Communication, Conference Program, Global Neighborhood, Interpretation, Membership, and Research.
- Proposals for improving communication, conference planning, and member involvement.
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Title: Board Wants Your Opinion
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- Proposals for sharing conference costs among all members and extending Board terms to three years.
- Invitation for members to discuss and provide feedback on these proposals.
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Title: What's the Hurry?
Authors: Penelope Jewell
Content:
- Questioning the urgency of the Board's decision to partner with Phyllis Furumoto without broader member consultation.
- Call for more inclusive discussion and consideration of the community's direction.
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Title: In Memorium: Jane Cherrington
Authors: Barbara West & Aurora Fiarintina
Content:
- Tribute to Jane Cherrington, a beloved Reiki Master and Board member who passed away on July 29, 1997.
- Reflections on her life, contributions to the Reiki community, and her graceful passing.
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Title: Rosy Discovers America
Authors: Ruth Schlatter
Content:
- Personal reflections on attending an Alliance gathering in Portland and the sense of community and discovery.
- Experience of participating in a cabaret and the joy of connecting with Reiki Masters from different countries.
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Title: Calendar of Events
Authors: Barbara McDaniel
Content:
- List of upcoming events, including facilitator training, member meetings, and gatherings in Seattle, Amsterdam, Hamburg, and Bern.
- Contact information for event organizers.
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