My name is Shadi Kennedy, and I am the founder of Balance Is Qi. I’m a Master Reiki Practitioner and Teacher, offering Reiki sessions in Sydney and the Gold Coast, as well as distance Reiki for clients across Australia and internationally.

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Before dedicating my work fully to holistic wellbeing, I spent over 10 years working within Corporate IT environments. This experience gave me a deep understanding of the pressures of modern workplaces, the demands of high performance, constant connectivity, deadlines, change, and the impact that ongoing stress can have on our mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

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My corporate background continues to influence the way I work today. I understand that balance is not always easy to find when life is busy, responsibilities are high, and we are constantly giving our energy to others. This understanding allows me to bring a grounded, practical, and compassionate approach to supporting people on their wellbeing journey.

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Most people come to Reiki when something in their life feels out of balance, stress that won’t switch off, anxiety, burnout, emotional heaviness, physical discomfort, or simply a sense of feeling disconnected from themselves. This can also show up in the body as fatigue, headaches, tight shoulders, digestive discomfort, or a general sense of depletion. Sometimes people can name exactly what’s happening, and other times they just know they don’t feel like themselves. And for others who already understand the importance of their energetic body, they have sessions for a deep cleanse and expansion.

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I have supported people experiencing a range of challenges, including chronic illness, ongoing pain, depression, anxiety, and periods of significant life change. While Reiki is not a medical treatment, it allows the body to come into a balanced state to support their healing journey.

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Reiki is a gentle practice that encourages deep relaxation and supports the body’s natural ability to restore balance. By working with the energetic system, the subtle life force that influences how we experience ourselves physically, emotionally, and mentally, many people find greater clarity, calm, and a renewed sense of connection.

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In sessions, I hold a calm, grounded space where you can slow down and allow your system to do what it needs to do. Each session you will receive whatever clearing is needed at that time.

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Over time, I’ve seen how closely our energetic state is connected to our overall wellbeing. Many people describe feeling more open, lighter, or more “back in themselves” after a session. When we feel energetically supported and less depleted, life often feels less like survival and more like flow, more grounded, more present, and more able to engage with life as it is.

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Alongside in-person Reiki sessions, I offer distance Reiki for those who are unable to attend in person or prefer to receive support from the comfort of their own home. Many clients experience distance Reiki as a deeply relaxing and restorative practice, regardless of location.

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My own journey into Reiki began with curiosity and skepticism. I didn’t come to it expecting anything in particular. I came wanting to understand it. Over time, I’ve seen how much our internal state influences how we experience health, stress, and recovery, and how powerful it can be when we create space for the body and mind to settle.

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I’m a member of the Australian Reiki Connection, Reiki Australia, and the Reiki Healing Association, and I value working in a grounded, ethical, and supportive way within the wider Reiki community.​

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The name Balance Is Qi reflects the connection between balance and “Qi,” the life force energy that flows through all living things. When we nurture this energy, we create space for greater clarity, steadiness, and harmony within ourselves.

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I work from Mosman in Sydney, Mermaid Waters on the Gold Coast, and remotely with clients wherever they are in the world. I also support Reiki students, practitioners, and organisations seeking deeper wellbeing through Reiki education, mentoring, and workplace wellness experiences.

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If you feel drawn to Reiki, or simply curious about what it might offer you, you’re welcome to reach out or book a session.

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​With Light,

Shadi