Leilani van Aswegen

A gentle reminder to carry with you

You can care for the people you love and still make room for yourself.

For what you need.
For what you enjoy.
For the moments that ask nothing of you, other than to be present.

Read these words slowly. Notice how they feel, without needing to force yourself to believe them all at once.

Perhaps there is one small way you can honour them today.

Sometimes we become so used to working on ourselves that we forget to pause and notice the moments that already feel good.

The laugh that comes easily.
A quiet cup of tea.
Being with someone you can simply be yourself around.

There is room for these moments, even while you are still finding your way.

You don’t have to have everything figured out before you let yourself enjoy your life. 🤍

What is one small thing you would love to make more space for?

Sometimes, the beginning of change is simply making space.

Space to slow down, notice what you’ve been carrying and gently explore what you may be ready to let go of.

Through Reiki and Tibetan Sound Healing, I hold space for you to reconnect with yourself, listen to your body and allow time for processing and integration.

You don’t need to have it all figured out before you begin.

Create the space. Allow the shift. Trust the process.

To book a session with me, follow the link in my bio.

✨ When the universe speaks, I’ve learnt to listen.

A butterfly, a tiny seed beginning to grow, a bird crossing my path, a number appearing at just the right moment…

To some, these may simply be everyday occurrences. To me, they form part of a beautiful language I’ve slowly learnt to recognise along my own healing journey.

I believe my spirit team communicates with me through signs, symbols, nature and synchronicities. They often appear when I’m going through a period of growth, working through something within myself or needing a gentle reminder to trust where I am.

Today was one of those days. 🤍

A butterfly reminding me of transformation. A little seedling reminding me that new beginnings need time and nurturing. A bird reminding me to look at things from a higher perspective. And then, a truck carrying wood, followed by the number 333.

Each one invited me to reflect on where I am in my journey and what might be unfolding.

The beautiful thing is that we can all develop our own language with our higher guidance.

For me, it’s not about searching for signs or expecting the universe to make decisions for me. It’s about becoming more aware. Learning to be still enough to notice, trusting my intuition and recognising what resonates with what I’m experiencing internally.

Sometimes the message is to take action. Sometimes it’s to let go. And sometimes it’s simply a reminder to stop rushing, allow things to unfold and give myself time to integrate everything I’ve already learnt.

The more I’ve worked on myself, the more I’ve learnt to recognise this language.

I believe our higher guidance is always available to us. We simply need to develop our own way of listening.

And perhaps that’s part of our journey towards our highest timeline. Not constantly searching for what’s next, but becoming aware of what life is showing us right now, so we can consciously choose how we grow.

The signs may be all around us. The invitation is to become aware enough to notice them. ✨🤍

These two beauties are back in stock due to popular demand 🌹

Each flower essence carries its own gentle intention and supports the emotional, energetic and spiritual connection to its chakras.

🌹 Red Rose Flower Essence
Connected to the Heart and Root Chakras, Red Rose supports love, passion, courage, confidence, emotional protection, deep healing, vitality and sensuality.

Take it with the intention:

“My heart is strong, open and protected. I radiate love, passion and confidence in all that I do.”

🤍 White Rose Flower Essence
Connected to the Crown and Heart Chakras, White Rose invites peace, emotional clarity, forgiveness, healing and spiritual protection. It gently supports a deeper connection to the Divine and can be especially lovely during meditation, prayer, times of transition or when you feel ready to release emotional heaviness.

Take it with the intention:

“I am surrounded by Divine light and peace. My heart is open, my mind is clear and my spirit is protected.”

Take four drops beneath the tongue, three times a day, pausing for a moment to connect with the intention as you do.

Both are available from me at my healing space ✨

Sometimes the way forward begins by turning inward.

If you are ready to understand your patterns, reconnect with yourself and gently work through what feels stuck, I am here to walk beside you. ✨

Message me when you feel ready.

✨ A little ritual to come back to your heart ✨

With the heart work we’ve been exploring through Reiki and sound healing, I wanted to share something you can bring into your own space — ceremonial cacao.

This pure Tanzanian cacao paste is made from cacao beans, with no added sugar. Cacao naturally contains antioxidant plant compounds and minerals including magnesium, iron, zinc and potassium. It can also feel gently uplifting and energising.

For me, the heart connection begins with the intention. Taking a little time to slow down, soften and listen to what you are feeling. Making space for whatever is there, without needing to fix it straight away. 🤍

To create your own ritual at home:

✨ Start with the gentle serving suggested on the packet: 10–15 g.
✨ Chop into small pieces and whisk into hot water, just below boiling. Add a little plant milk, cinnamon or sweetness if you enjoy it.
✨ Put your phone aside, settle somewhere comfortable and take a few easy breaths.
✨ Set an intention: “I offer myself kindness and space to feel.”
✨ Sip slowly. Journal, sit quietly or ask yourself: “What does my heart need from me today?”

This can be a beautiful way to continue making space for yourself between sessions, allowing time for reflection, self-compassion and connection.

Cacao is naturally stimulating, so enjoy it earlier in the day if it affects your sleep.

Available at my healing space. Message me if you’d like a packet for your own little ritual. ✨

What might your body be asking you to notice?

Our bodies, emotions and thoughts are deeply connected. Sometimes we notice tension, an unsettled stomach or a change in our breathing before we recognise what we are feeling.

These sensations can invite us to slow down and become curious.

What is happening in my life right now?
What am I feeling?
Is there a pattern that keeps repeating?
What do I need?

One of the books I love is Your Body Speaks Your Mind by Deb Shapiro. It inspires reflection on the relationship between our emotional experiences and our bodies.

My work is also deeply intuitive, and each person’s session is individual.

When you come for a session, we make space to talk about what you are going through and how you have been feeling. During Reiki, I intuitively connect with your energy and notice the impressions that arise. Afterwards, we explore these together, alongside what you have shared and what feels meaningful to you.

These impressions are invitations to reflect, rather than a diagnosis or a fixed explanation for your symptoms.

I help you piece together what you are noticing in your body, your emotions and your experiences. Together, we may explore beliefs such as:

“I have to hold everything together.”
“It isn’t safe to speak my truth.”
“My needs must come last.”

As we become aware of these patterns, we can begin to question them gently and practise new ways of responding. This might mean setting a boundary, asking for support, making space for an emotion or allowing yourself to rest.

There is no single meaning that fits every person or every symptom. Your session is guided by what you are experiencing, what comes up and what you feel ready to explore.

My intention is to support you in reconnecting with yourself, finding greater clarity and recognising the next steps that feel right for you on your healing journey.

Physical symptoms also deserve appropriate medical care. Listening inward can be part of caring for yourself alongside that support.

You don’t need to arrive with all the answers. We can explore gently, together. 🤍