“Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by removing energetic blockages and is based on the idea that an unseen ‘life force energy’ flows through us and is what causes us to be alive,” attests Mercedes Ani, owner of Healing Arts with Mercedes, serving the greater Wilmington area.

Ani continues, “If one’s ‘life force energy’ is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. Improving the flow of energy around the body can enable relaxation, reduce pain, speed healing and reduce other symptoms of discomfort such as anxiety, stress and even PTSD.”

Her certifications and expertise include a Bachelor of Arts degree, E-RYT 500, a Yoga Alliance  Continuing Education Provider, licensed AcroYoga teacher, meditation teacher, Advanced Reiki Master Teacher, Thai yoga and an International Wellness Retreats yoga teacher. She currently offers free yoga for all levels. Her YouTube channel provides a variety of yoga classes, guided meditations, partner yoga and more.