Energy healing isn’t “new age.” It’s ancient wisdom, reawakened

The energy healing modalities we know today (like Reiki, Pranic Healing, Quantum Healing, The Body Code, The Emotion Code, and The Global Energy Method) are not new. They’re modern evolution of the ancestral practices our people once lived by. Across different cultures, healers used similar techniques to restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

What’s changed?
We’ve grown. Our understanding of the human body, the mind, and the soul has deepened. Today, these ancient practices have been refined by integrating science, psychology, and spiritual awareness. But even with all this knowledge, why do these methods still feel so foreign to us?

At some point in humanity’s journey, we were taught to doubt our own power. This includes the power of self-healing, plant medicine, and energetic wisdom. Religion, culture, and societal structures told us these ways were “wrong” or “evil.” But were they?

Many people feel conflicted when they first hear about energy healing. It’s not their faith they’re going against—it’s the programming they’ve carried since birth. That programming has roots in family, culture, religion, politics, and society. It becomes a system of beliefs that quietly anchors people in place, limiting exploration and blocking transformation.

When someone begins to break out of that programming, fear often rushes in. Fear of being rejected by family. Fear of being judged by their church. Fear of being seen as strange or misguided. Fear of being alone. Whether we realize it or not, this fear runs deep.

But choosing a different path doesn’t mean you’re lost. It means you’re seeking something more. You desire freedom from physical or emotional pain. You want a breakthrough in your life. You are looking for a reconnect with your truth.

That’s how energy healing found me.
I wasn’t sure what I was stepping into. Doubt crept in. But I was desperate for answers, and I followed that need.

What I discovered was far more than a solution to one problem. I discovered myself.
I realized I am in charge of my life. My health. My feelings. My thoughts. My reactions. My responses.

I learned that when I ignore my symptoms, my body screams louder—until I listen or it breaks down.
I learned that behind every symptom is an unresolved experience, emotion, or memory calling for attention.
I learned that healing takes time. But the more I show up for it, the more I feel peace, clarity, connection, and joy.

And most importantly, I learned that healing is a lifelong journey.
We don’t stop living, so we don’t stop healing. If I fall into old habits, I can rise again—without judgment.

I am not broken. I am becoming.

If you’re on your own healing journey and need guidance, I’d love to support you. Reach out or explore a session with me through Messenger: @healingfirefly.

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Healing the Heart: How Releasing Emotional Blockages Improves Diabetes and Well-being

In my work, I often see how the heart, both physically and emotionally, is at the center of our health. For people with diabetes, there’s
often a deep thirst for love—an emotional hunger that goes beyond just physical
cravings. Yet, many find themselves blocked, unable to fully give or receive love due to emotional wounds. These emotional barriers are what we call Heart-Walls. A heart-wall form as a way to protect the heart from further pain
but the extended protection can ultimately prevent true healing—both emotionally and physically.

When we go through trauma, stress, or life’s challenges, our subconscious creates these Heart-Walls to guard against further hurt. Over
time, however, this wall can become a prison, keeping us trapped in core fears and negative beliefs like rejection, abandonment, or failure. For people with diabetes, this emotional barrier often intensifies their struggle, as unresolved emotions can manifest physically, blocking the body’s natural ability to heal and thrive.

There are energy healing modalities like the Emotion Code® that offers a powerful way to break down these walls and release the trapped
emotions that keep us stuck. Through muscle testing and energy work we can identify and clear the specific emotional blocks contributing to emotional and physical imbalances. Once the Heart-Wall is removed, it allows for the free
flow of love, light, and healing energy—creating a space for profound emotional and physical transformation.

Many of my clients with chronic ailments, like diabetes, have experienced tremendous shifts after releasing their Heart-Walls. As their
emotional barriers dissolve, they notice a deeper connection to themselves and others. Their bodies also begin to respond with less negative side effects from medications, and with improvements in blood sugar regulation, energy levels, and overall health. By opening their hearts, they not only heal emotionally but
begin to thrive physically, breaking free from the patterns that once held them
back.

At the core of our being, the heart is our most vital organ, not just for keeping us alive, but for connecting us to love and emotional
freedom. When we clear the Heart-Wall, we open the door to healing on every level. It’s a path to emotional freedom, improved health, and ultimately, the life of love, balance, and well-being that we all deserve.

About the practitioner:

Mari Méndez is an energy healer and spiritual mentor in Tampa, Florida with an online practice. She holds multiple certifications. She is a Board Certified Natural Wellness Practitioner (AANWP);a Global Energy Method Master Practitioner; and a Certified Emotion Code Practitioner. Mari is also a Reiki Master, a Certified Money Coach, and a Subconscious Healing Modality & Body Code Practitioner. You can learn more about Mari’s work by following her personal Facebook page or joining her Facebook Group or Instagram