In January last year, my beloved cat, Berlioz, passed away. Even though I know how to communicate with pets after death, I rarely spoke to him because every conversation would leave me overwhelmed with deep sadness. Every time, I ended up crying so much that our connection would fade.
After Berlioz’s passing, I started helping friends by pet-sitting. Taking care of dogs was fine—they were clever and playful, making me feel like I was chatting with little children. Their responses were always cute and heartwarming.
However, things changed when I took care of a cat named Fluffy last Christmas. She was so affectionate, and I felt happy spending time with her. But by the second week, I developed a severe allergic reaction. My skin and eyes became swollen and itchy, and even breathing became difficult. I had to rely on asthma inhalers and nasal sprays just to manage.
A healer friend conducted an intuitive scan and told me that this allergy flare-up was a physical manifestation of the deep sadness I had buried after Berlioz’s passing. My body was using this reaction to protect me, urging me to avoid cats and prevent further emotional distress. While I understood this explanation, I didn’t know how to release the pain and the sorrowful energy in my body.
A New Path to Healing: Sound Bath and Reiki
One day, I stumbled upon Julia’s profile online and booked a Reiki and sound healing session. That experience reignited my hope in life. (I’ll share more about that session in another post because it was truly transformative!) After our session, Julia told me about her sound bath events and invited me to join. Although I initially booked a spot, I had to cancel due to the flu and waited until I recovered.
The Universe works in mysterious ways—I ended up attending a session focused on healing the heart chakra. The event was held in a serene building along the Thames River. As the sound of water lapped against the shore and the singing bowls resonated, I felt my body and mind gradually relax.
Jason guided us through a meditation while Julia gently struck the bowls. I could feel my chaotic thoughts settling down, even though I sensed a blockage in my heart chakra. When Jason asked us to think of a moment when we felt pure joy, my mind conjured up an image of me and Berlioz. We weren’t doing anything special, but I felt immense happiness and warmth.
Suddenly, I was struck by the realisation that Berlioz was no longer here. A surge of sorrow welled up, as if a broken faucet of grief had been turned on. I silently asked the Universe to help me heal, but I knew this sadness needed to be released through natural expression.
What surprised me was that, unlike before, I didn’t cry for long. The sensation of blockage in my heart gradually dissipated as I wept. After crying, a sense of calm washed over me, and I was able to return to the meditation.
A Miraculous Transformation
Next, Jason asked us to think of someone we disliked. Immediately, I thought of someone I had resented since childhood for being selfish and opportunistic. Then Jason guided us to share the feelings of joy we had just experienced with this person. My ego resisted, but I reminded myself that I was fortunate to have experienced unconditional love from Berlioz. Some people may have never known such love. So, I imagined sharing that joy with this person.
Something incredible happened. My heart lightened, and I felt a wave of relief and happiness. I realised I no longer harboured any resentment. Instead, I felt empathy. I understood that her behaviour stemmed from a place of lack—both in love and material security—which led her to act in ways I couldn’t previously comprehend.
Months later, I met her again and interacted with her peacefully. I learned that forgiving others also means freeing yourself. This newfound lightness felt truly wonderful.
A Journey Through the Sound Bath
After Jason’s meditation, Julia led us into a sound bath session. She played the instruments softly as the sound of the river outside created a tranquil atmosphere. I drifted into a deep state of relaxation, feeling as though I had fallen asleep, but my consciousness remained active.
I found myself walking through a vivid forest, exploring unfamiliar yet comforting surroundings. Guided by Julia’s voice, I encountered my higher self. She looked like a serene, ethereal being dressed in a light green robe that blended harmoniously with the forest. I told her I wanted to regain my vitality. She gently reminded me that fear is just an illusion created by our survival instincts, and it was time to break free from my cocoon.
Julia guided us back to full awareness, and when I opened my eyes, I felt an overwhelming sense of tranquility and clarity. I realised that I had been holding myself back because of deeply rooted fears.
Reflections and New Beginnings
I am deeply grateful to Julia and Jason for hosting this healing event. That guided meditation made me realise that instead of constantly seeking external healing methods, it’s more effective to face my inner self honestly.
The sound bath wasn’t just a healing session—it was a turning point that allowed me to reconnect with my inner self. It helped me pick up the scattered pieces buried deep within, bringing me back to a balanced state of mind, body, and spirit. After months of healing, I regained the ability to connect with pets, and I started to conduct pet healing again.
This experience taught me that true healing is not just about alleviating symptoms, but about guiding us back to our essence, helping us rediscover who we are, and giving us the courage to face our pain and fears. It was the first step toward a more complete and peaceful life journey.
