It’s Never Too Late to Learn: 83-Year-Old John’s Reiki Journey + Natural Support for Cancer Patients
- Hayley Hunt
- Oct 2
- 3 min read
One of the greatest privileges of my ‘job’ is witnessing how Reiki and wellbeing coaching can literally transform lives, no matter someone’s age or circumstances.
Reiki is often described as a gentle, holistic therapy that offers natural support for cancer patients, helping people find resilience and emotional balance alongside their medical care.
I’d love to share the story of one of my clients (I have his permission for the below of course!).
John's Story
I always really look forward to seeing John for his Reiki; I love our discussions about what experiments he’s been doing that week, the lunch he’s had with friends, and what crops he’s harvested in his garden!
You wouldn’t know that at 83 years old, he has been living with prostate cancer for 19 years, which has since spread to his bones. Understandably, this has brought its challenges; physically, mentally and emotionally.
Like many people, John was looking for ways to improve his quality of life with cancer and find a sense of peace.
Let’s go back to the beginning; how we met. In October 2024, I was introduced to John through my voluntary work at the Primrose Hospice when he managed to get a cancellation Reiki treatment with me.
Since then, he has been coming to my private clinic regularly (his first appointment here being on his birthday!). He brought me a copy of his consultant’s letter a few months back, which read:
“[John’s] PSA has been entirely stable since October of last year, his [bloods] are normal, his CT scan also does not show any new metastatic disease and the appearance on bone scan shows less activity around the known metastatic disease in his left acetabulum.”
WOW.
Reiki for Cancer Support: Finding Happiness and Peace
Apart from these remarkable medical results — and just as importantly — John has noticed a huge shift in his wellbeing. He often tells me how much Reiki has changed his life, his happiness, and his mindset. It has given him comfort, positivity, and a sense of peace. This highlights how Reiki can be used as a form of emotional wellbeing support during cancer treatment, offering people strength and calm when they need it most. In fact, he loved Reiki so much that he wanted to take it further.
John signed up as my first ever Reiki student!
He began training in Reiki, completing his Level 1 so he could carry out self-Reiki techniques for cancer support at home. His enthusiasm, thirst for knowledge, and curiosity have been inspiring to witness.
John's Reiki attunement was very emotional for us both, and I like to think we have been on a real journey together. What John doesn’t realise is how much I’ve got out of him coming to Reiki. And this is the same with my voluntary work at the hospice; I get so much more out of it than the patients do, even though they might disagree!
John’s journey is a powerful reminder that it is never too late to learn something new, to take charge of your own wellbeing, or to believe in mind over matter.
At 83, he is proof that healing, growth, and holistic support for cancer patients are possible at every stage of life.
Important Note: Reiki is complementary, and Reiki therapists do not claim to cure (and if they do…find someone else!) Reiki is not an alternative to conventional cancer care and does not replace the guidance of doctors, oncologists or healthcare professionals, but it can be a natural support for cancer patients.
Reiki can provide gentle, complementary support, helping people with cancer find relaxation, resilience, and peace of mind alongside their medical journey.
I find John an inspiration and I’m sure after reading this, you do too!
Reiki in Birmingham/Worcestershire and Online: Supporting Cancer Patients Everywhere
Whether you’re looking for deep relaxation and balance through Reiki treatments or you’d like to learn Reiki yourself through my training school, you’re welcome to get in touch. Reiki can support you in finding calm, resilience, and connection - at any age!
I offer in-person Reiki in Redditch, Worcestershire (near Birmingham), as well as distance/online Reiki sessions if you live further afield.
My wellbeing coaching programme also helps support people living with cancer, offering tools for mindset,
emotional resilience, and quality of life.
If you’re curious to discover more about Reiki for yourself, or to use as gentle support for cancer patients you know, then I’d love to hear from you.
Book a Reiki or coaching appointment here.
Want to learn more about what Reiki is? Read my blog: "Reiki Healing FAQ Simplified: Everything You Need To Know"
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