Helen Renee’s Intuitive Insights Blog

The Wiccan Wheel, often called the Wheel of the Year, represents the natural cycle of the seasons and the spiritual rhythm of life itself. It marks eight sacred points in the year, known as Sabbats, that celebrate the changing energies of nature as the earth moves through the cycles of birth, growth, harvest, and rest. For those who practise Tarot and Reiki, the Wheel offers a powerful framework for reflection, healing, and intuitive guidance.

From time to time, you will hear people speak about Mercury being “in retrograde”. In simple astronomical terms, Mercury retrograde is an optical illusion. From our vantage point on Earth, the planet Mercury appears to move backwards in the sky for a few weeks. Of course, it is not actually reversing direction; this apparent backward motion is caused by the relative positions and speeds of the Earth and Mercury in their orbits around the Sun.

Imbolc, celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of February, marks the gentle turning of the Wheel of the Year towards spring. The days are lengthening, the first snowdrops push bravely through the frost, and there is a subtle but undeniable sense that life is stirring beneath the surface. In the Celtic tradition, this sacred fire festival is associated with the goddess Brigid, keeper of the flame, patroness of healing, poetry and inspiration. It is a time of purification, renewal and

Imbolc, celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of February, marks the gentle turning of the Wheel of the Year towards spring. The days are lengthening, the first snowdrops push bravely through the frost, and there is a subtle but undeniable sense that life is stirring beneath the surface. In the Celtic tradition, this sacred fire festival is associated with the goddess Brigid, keeper of the flame, patroness of healing, poetry and inspiration. It is a time of purification, renewal and

Imbolc, celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of February, marks the gentle turning of the Wheel of the Year towards spring. The days are lengthening, the first snowdrops push bravely through the frost, and there is a subtle but undeniable sense that life is stirring beneath the surface. In the Celtic tradition, this sacred fire festival is associated with the goddess Brigid, keeper of the flame, patroness of healing, poetry and inspiration. It is a time of purification, renewal and

When a beloved pet faces serious illness, the emotional toll on their human family can be overwhelming. Our greyhound Bond was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and given just two weeks to live. Surgery was not an option. Yet, by providing animal reiki three times a day, Bond lived another nine months, pain-free and surrounded by love. This experience opened our eyes to the powerful role that Reiki can play in supporting animals through health challenges and everyday life.

As 2026 approaches, many of us look forward to a fresh start. Setting goals and planning personal growth often top our New Year’s resolutions. Whether you want to learn a new skill, improve your well-being, or deepen your connection with yourself and others, this year offers a perfect opportunity to invest in your growth. One powerful way to do this is through Reiki, a gentle healing practice that supports relaxation, balance, and energy flow.