Episode #85 Steve Gooch's Reiki Journey: From Spiritual Literature to Global Educator – Embracing Personal Development, Traditional Lineage, and Transformative Practices

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What if the essence of healing lies not in treatment, but in personal spiritual development? Join us as we sit down with Steve Gooch, a distinguished artist, writer, and personal development coach, to unpack the profound and transformative journey of Reiki. Discover how Steve’s early love for spiritual literature led him to uncover the true potential of Reiki in 1996 and hear firsthand how he has shaped the Reiki landscape in Egypt, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia as a leading educator and practitioner. With three influential books to his name, Steve brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge and passion to the conversation.
In this enlightening episode, Steve redefines Reiki beyond the common misconceptions of it being merely a healing therapy. He emphasizes the critical role of self-treatment and inward focus, illustrating how true spiritual growth places you at the still center of life’s chaos. We'll also delve into unique therapeutic techniques like those in Reiki Jinkai Do, and unravel the historical and cultural influences that shaped modern Reiki practices, including Madam Takata’s simplifications for American learners and Usui's core teachings on personal growth.
Thinking of finding a Reiki practitioner? Steve offers invaluable advice on what to look for, stressing the importance of traditional lineage and grounded practice. He also shares insights from his books and previews his upcoming retreat in Luxor, Egypt, which uniquely blends Reiki, meditation, and art. Learn how Jinkei Do can transform your spiritual practice and listen as Steve reflects on his ongoing journey of personal and spiritual development. Don't miss this chance to gain a deeper understanding of Reiki’s transformative potential!
Steve Gooch
With a background as a noted artist printmaker and sculptor and working with some of the leading
visual artists of his generation, Steve moved into international education at the turn of the
millennium, having a radically transformative and expansive impact on the art hubs under his watch
in Egypt, Sudan, and Saudi Arabia.
Passionate about his own personal and spiritual development he undertook studies and training in
several spiritual disciplines and pursued interests in esoteric Buddhism, inter-religious studies,
philosophy, and meditation.
Steve has written three books: ‘Reiki Jin Kei Do: The Way of Compassion & Wisdom’, ‘Mindfulness
Meditation & The Art of Reiki’ and ‘Manifesting Abundance with Reiki’, and is considered one of the
leading authorities in this field. The perspective that he pursues through all three books is a radical
departure from the mainstream interpretations of this subject. He is regularly invited for interviews
and speaking engagements on the topic of Reiki and personal, spiritual development.
In recent years he has been focused on developing his visual arts practice, meditation-based and
spiritually focused courses, retreats, and workshops, offering them across the UK, Egypt, Cyprus,
Jordan, and parts of Eastern Europe.
He is now widely considered to be one of Egypt’s leading personal development coaches, working
with celebrities, politicians, and media stars in the north African country. He routinely works as a
coach with some of the leading fashion houses in Saudi Arabia.
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1. Episode #85 Steve Gooch's Reiki Journey: From Spiritual Literature to Global Educator – Embracing Personal Development, Traditional Lineage, and Transformative Practices (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Reiki (00:00:12)

3. The Spiritual Essence of Reiki (00:11:56)

4. The Essence of Reiki Practice (00:19:19)

5. Selecting a Reiki Practitioner (00:28:53)

6. Reiki Classes, Retreats, and Training (00:39:09)

7. Journey Into Jinkei Do (00:50:57)