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Woman on a therapy bed receiving reiki. A female practitioner stands with her hands over the chest area of the client. The rom is well lit with a large window in the background. The practitioner is wearing a white uniform with short sleeves. The client has a great top and has short dark hair.

Reiki vs Placebo Reiki: How Reiki Can Reduce Pain

By Dr David R Hamilton | December 28, 2025

As a scientist, it might surprise you to learn that I trained in Reiki more…

Autumn view over rusty-coloured fir trees from a high vantage point. In the background we see mountains and the clouds are beneath us almost looking like a lake.

How Awe Rewires the Brain

By Dr David R Hamilton | October 15, 2025

Awe reduces activity in the brain’s default mode network – the part linked with self-focus and overthinking.