Just as your animal’s life and death are unique So is your journey through the land of grief.
You are probably familiar with the Five Stages of Grief:
But these five stages do not always flow in that order.
Don’t be surprised if you find yourself ricocheting from one “stage” to the other.
Or you might be flooded with a helpless hurting feeling.
You may not feel like eating or sleeping. It can be hard to focus and get things done.
Grieving the death of that one who loved you unconditionally can be complicated and confusing.
It’s not unusual to feel extreme emotional responses such as feeling abandoned, guilty, or angry at our beloved friend for leaving us. Such feelings can be overwhelming and confusing.
All of which is completely natural.
You are a normal person having normal reactions to a devastating situation.
Animals are emotionally honest. They love us unconditionally. Those deep soul-to-soul connections we have with our animals are hard to explain. There are often no words to describe how we feel.
In anticipating a loved one’s death, the psyche sometimes preps us with a flood of anticipatory grief responses: anger and denial, sorrow ranging from sadness to deep depression.
The grief journey can be rocky. And messy. We mourn on multiple levels simultaneously: the loss of the relationship; the loss of the person, or job, or perhaps our home. Simultaneously, we mourn the activities we did together, like walks and naps; our daily mealtime routines; and the close connection and communication we shared.
At the same time, we grieve the dream of the future we hoped to have together.
Please don’t be surprised if your family and friends do not understand the intensity of your pain.
If you are struggling to get through the day, please feel free to Reach Out
As a spiritual companion and End-of-Life Doula, I can offer a safe space to listen with an open heart.
Compassionate griefwork can open the way to you feeling stronger. In griefwork, you learn about who you are and are not while learning how to put down one foot after the other.
One day at a time.
Together, we can embark upon a creative healing process.
“Birth is a beginning and death a destination;
But life is a journey.
A going, a growing from stage to stage.
From joy to gratitude, from pain to compassion.
From grief to understanding, from fear to faith;
We see that victory lies not at some high place along the way,
But in having made the journey, stage by stage, a sacred pilgrimage.
Birth is a beginning and death a destination;
But life is a journey, a sacred pilgrimage,
Made stage by stage…
To life everlasting.”
There is no timeline for grieving; your heart mourns and processes loss in its own time and its own way.
The good news is that LOVE IS FOREVER.
The soul connection that bonded you both continues after your beloved animal transitions.
With prayer and guided meditation, Dr. Laurie can share Reiki with your pet on the other side.
(Oftentimes, she will receive messages of reassurance from your soul friend in spirit.)
Distant Reiki sessions can support emotional balance during pet grieving by creating a calming, centered space. Even from afar, the session focuses on easing feelings of loss, sadness, and overwhelm. Many people notice moments of peace, clarity, or gentle release of grief. These sessions don’t require physical presence but work with subtle energy patterns to encourage emotional comfort. Over 30 years of practice, the process has shown that pets and owners alike can benefit from this compassionate approach, helping to honor memories while navigating the difficult emotions of saying goodbye.
Animal Reiki Planet offers a personalized, one-on-one approach for those grieving a pet. With over 30 years in private practice, sessions are tailored to each individual’s emotional needs. Non-physical presences, like spirit guides or angelic beings, may be perceived during sessions, assisting the process by providing subtle guidance, support, and protection. This careful, intuitive method helps create a safe space for processing grief. The combination of distant Reiki, decades of experience, and attention to the unseen dimension allows the experience to be deeply comforting, gentle, and uniquely supportive for anyone mourning a beloved companion.
Yes, non-physical beings often appear during Reiki sessions, especially those focused on grief. Observers have noted spirit guides, angelic presences, and supportive entities aiding the process. These beings may help clear emotional blockages, provide comfort, or simply hold space during the session. While their presence can’t be confirmed in conventional terms, many people notice a sense of guidance, lightness, or protection. For grieving pet owners, this subtle support can feel reassuring, helping the heart process loss more gently. Such experiences highlight the unique depth Reiki offers beyond physical or visible interactions.
A typical distant Reiki session for compassionate grieving lasts around 30 minutes. This focused period allows emotional release, reflection, and gentle processing of loss. Sessions can be experienced in a quiet, safe space at home, without needing physical attendance. Even within a brief timeframe, the energy flow and guidance from non-physical presences can create noticeable moments of peace and relief. Over decades of private practice, this structure has shown consistent results for easing grief, creating a calm environment, and helping pet owners feel supported while navigating the emotional journey of saying goodbye.
After a session, emotions may shift gently or profoundly. Many people feel a sense of calm, lightness, or relief, though some may experience temporary waves of sadness as feelings surface. The presence of non-physical beings can create subtle comfort and reassurance. Over time, these sessions can help grieving pet owners honor memories while releasing overwhelming sorrow. Emotional responses are individual, and it’s normal to experience a mix of feelings. The goal is not to erase grief but to provide compassionate support, helping the heart navigate loss with gentleness, clarity, and connection.
