Busting Reiki Myths: Exploring Evidence-Based History

Join Robyn and Colleen Benelli as they welcome Su Machado, a Licensed Reiki Master Teacher for the ICRT and the historian for the International Center for Reiki Training. This conversation explores the fascinating shift from traditional Reiki myths to the documented evidence being uncovered today. Discover stories of Usui, Hayashi, and the powerful women who kept Reiki alive during its most challenging years. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Discover the evidence-based historical documents. Explore the heroic role of women in preserving Reiki during times of illegality. Understand the true circumstances surrounding Dr. Hayashi's devotion to his lineage. Master the art of grounding your practice in both spiritual intuition and factual history. Mentioned in this Episode: The Evidence-Based History of Reiki by William Lee Rand and Hiroshi Doi. Women in Reiki by Silke Kleemann and Amanda Jayne. Alternate Currents by Justin Stein. Reiki: A Journey to Oneness with the Universe by Olaf Bohm. The International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT). Connect with Su Machado reiki@reikiefelicidade.com Instagram: @reiki.centrodetreinamento | YouTube: @centrodetreinamentodereiki Connect with Colleen & Robyn ReikiLifestyle.com Reiki Lifestyle Podcast - On major podcast channels Free Online Reiki Share: Join us every Tuesday from 9:30 am – 11:00 am Pacific Time for a global Reiki healing circle. Free phone consultation: Instagram: @reikilifestyleofficial Email: info@reikilifestyle.com Love the Show? If this episode helped you on your journey, please

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Busting Reiki Myths: Exploring Evidence-Based History is an episode from ReikiChat™ | A Reiki Lifestyle Podcast by Colleen and Robyn Benelli.

This episode is 01:10:20 long.

This episode was published on May 25, 2026.

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