Skip the Gym—Learn to Actually Support Yourself This January
Why Reiki Training Is the Self-Care Investment You'll Actually Use
It's January. Your inbox is flooded with "New Year, New You" promises. The gym memberships. The detox teas. The 6-week transformation challenges.
Does this make you feel more exhausted just thinking about it?
What if 2025 wasn't about forcing yourself into another unsustainable routine? What if it was about learning practical tools to actually support yourself through stress, pain, and life's ups and downs?
That's where Reiki comes in.
The Problem with January's "Transformation" Culture
Every January, we're told we need to be fixed. Lose weight. Work harder. Push through. Transform.
But here's the truth: most women I work with in Oxfordshire aren't looking for another punishing regime. They're exhausted. Burnt out. Juggling work, family, hormonal changes, and the mental load of everyday life.
They don't need another fitness fad. They actually need rest. They need tools that actually work. They need space to breathe.
And they need to learn how to help themselves—not rely on expensive treatments or endless appointments.
What Reiki Level 1 Actually Teaches You
Reiki isn't about "fixing" yourself. It's about learning to support yourself.
In my Reiki Level 1 course, you'll learn:
How energy healing works – Understanding the body's natural ability to heal and balance itself
Practical self-care techniques – Tools you can use anytime you're stressed, in pain, or overwhelmed
How to support others – Including children, teens, partners, and even pets
Grounding and meditation practices – To calm your nervous system and restore balance
This isn't theory. It's hands-on, practical, and deeply restful.
By the end of the two days, you'll walk away with:
✓ A deep understanding of how Reiki works
✓ Confidence to begin your own self-healing practice
✓ Tools to support yourself and those you care about
✓ A renewed sense of balance, calm, and connection
✓ Certification and lifelong skills to build upon
Why Women in Oxfordshire Are Choosing Reiki Training
I've been teaching Reiki in Sonning Common for years, and the women who come to my courses aren't looking for quick fixes. They're looking for something sustainable.
They're dealing with:
Hormonal changes (perimenopause, menopause, postpartum)
Stress and burnout
Chronic pain or tension
Feeling disconnected from their bodies
The mental and emotional load of caring for everyone else
Reiki gives them a way to care for themselves—without needing to book another appointment, spend more money, or rely on someone else.
One student, Shelley, shared:
"I highly recommend this course if you are going to embark on a Reiki journey. Rebecca is a knowledgeable, intuitive, and such a lovely teacher. The pace and content was just right, and I came away knowing that I had the right knowledge to practice this ancient healing technique. The meditation, grounding and healing sessions were also so, so relaxing."
Small Groups, Big Impact
My Reiki Level 1 courses are intentionally small—just 4-6 women per class. This isn't a crowded workshop where you get lost in the back. It's an intimate, safe space where everyone has time for questions, sharing, and hands-on practice.
We meet in my home in Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire—a warm, welcoming environment where you can truly relax and learn.
There are no prerequisites. Just come with an open mind and a willingness to learn something incredibly special.
January & February 2025 Reiki Level 1 Dates
If you're ready to start the year with something genuinely supportive (not punishing), here are the upcoming courses:
January Course
Dates: Fridays, January 23rd & 30th
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: My Home, Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire
Investment: £195
Deposit: £100 (non-refundable, secures your place)
SECURE YOUR PLACE – JANUARY COURSE
February Course
Dates: Mondays, February 2nd & 9th
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: My Home, Sonning Common, South Oxfordshire
Investment: £195
Deposit: £100 (non-refundable, secures your place)
RESERVE YOUR PLACE – FEBRUARY COURSE
Not Ready to Learn? Try a Reiki Healing Session First
If you're curious about Reiki but not sure if training is right for you, I also offer private Reiki healing sessions for adults, teens, and children.
These sessions give you a chance to experience Reiki firsthand—deeply relaxing, restorative, and personalised to what you need. You'll leave with aftercare guidance (breathing techniques, gentle movement, or oracle insights) to support you between sessions.
This January, Choose Rest Over Rushing
You don't need another fitness fad. You don't need to push harder or transform yourself.
What you need is to slow down. Tools you can actually use. And space to care for yourself without guilt.
Reiki Level 1 gives you all of that—and more.
If you're in Oxfordshire, Reading, Henley-on-Thames, or surrounding areas and ready to invest in something truly supportive this year, I'd love to welcome you.
Questions? Get in touch: Rebecca@getcalmer.com
Rebecca Dobson is a Women's Healing Mentor based in Sonning Common, Oxfordshire, with over 25 years of experience in holistic therapies. She specialises in Reiki training, yoga for women's health, and healing retreats.
