Living with persistent pain or symptoms can leave you constantly checking, anticipating, and searching for answers. This manual offers an opportunity to pause, understand some of those patterns, and explore new ways of responding to yourself with curiosity and care.

Created by Jodi K. Silverman, LCSW and Reiki Master/Teacher, this guide brings together traditional Japanese Reiki practices and accessible education about pain, the nervous system, and how our brains learn through experience.

• An introduction to persistent pain, protective patterns, and neuroplasticity.

• The Five Reiki Precepts explored through the everyday realities of pain and illness.

• Step-by-step meditation, breathing, and self-Reiki practices, including illustrated hand placements.

• Gentle guidance for moving from symptom monitoring toward compassionate listening.

• Reflection questions and a flexible 21-day practice invitation.

• Resources for continued learning and practice.

Originally developed to accompany a live retreat, the manual can also be used independently, at your own pace. Practices can be adapted to your comfort, energy, and needs, with no previous Reiki experience required.

The invitation is to make room for greater steadiness, choice, and self-kindness—even when symptoms are present.