The Value of Human Connection
Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued." I don’t know who first said it, but I remember reading that quote on a wall during my time as an agnostic chaplain in a hospital. That quote has stayed with me, resonating deeply in all my various roles in life. While I've changed my mind on many things over the years, this truth is one I will carry until my last day—and I hope it echoes through my life long after I’m gone.
This belief is at the heart of what I do, no matter the title I’ve held. Whether it’s been as a social worker, a bureaucrat in the disability sector, a homeless outreach coordinator, or now in my own wellbeing practice offering Reiki healing, talk therapy, and oracle readings, the importance of connection remains. It’s not about the tools I use or the techniques I’ve mastered; it’s about the space I create between myself and the person in front of me.
Person-centered practice, a cornerstone of my approach, is about more than just using the right modality or healing technique. It’s about creating genuine connection, empathy, and a shared space where the client feels understood and valued. In my experience, this connection is far rarer than it should be.
People often come to me for a reading or a healing session seeking guidance, clarity, or reassurance. But what many walk away with is something far deeper—they leave knowing they’ve been truly seen, heard, and valued by another human being. For me, that’s where the real magic lies. This is more than a job for me; it’s my soul's work.
I’m under no illusion that the experience I strive to create is a common one. Yet, it’s in these moments of deep connection that I feel most aligned with my purpose. It doesn’t matter how powerful the oracle cards are or how beautifully my tent is set up; what matters most is that I’ve made someone feel truly prized in their humanity. That’s the legacy I aim to leave behind, and it’s what drives me to do this work every day.
