Reiki, Tao and Energy Awareness: The Holistic Foundations Behind the Goshtasbi Method

Exploring the ancient traditions that inspired an integrated approach to Tantra and Somatic Bodywork

Every methodology has roots.

Behind every practice, there is a journey of learning, exploration and integration.

The Goshtasbi Method, created by Romina Goshtasbi, was developed through more than two decades of study and experience with different holistic traditions, body-based practices and approaches to human consciousness.

Among the influences that contributed to the development of the method are Reiki, Tao philosophy, Tantra, Somatic Bodywork and other holistic healing traditions from India, Japan, China, Hawaiʻi and Europe.

These traditions are integrated within a contemporary framework focused on embodiment, awareness and the relationship between body, energy and consciousness.

The origins of the Goshtasbi Method

The creation of the Goshtasbi Method emerged from a long journey of exploration.

Rather than following only one tradition, Romina Goshtasbi studied different approaches to understand the human experience from multiple perspectives:

• The physical body.

• Emotional experience.

• Energy awareness.

• Consciousness.

• Movement.

• Breath.

• Meditation.

Over time, these studies became integrated into a unique methodology connecting Tantra, Somatic Bodywork and embodied practice.

Reiki and the practice of energetic awareness

Reiki is a Japanese practice traditionally associated with energy awareness, presence and hands-on healing approaches.

Within the Goshtasbi Method, Reiki principles contribute to a deeper understanding of:

• Presence.

• Sensitivity.

• Energy awareness.

• The relationship between practitioner and receiver.

• The importance of intention.

Reiki offers a perspective where touch is not only physical, but also connected with awareness and presence.

This understanding complements the conscious touch and Somatic Bodywork principles within the Goshtasbi Method.

Tao philosophy and the harmony of body and life energy

Tao philosophy offers profound perspectives on balance, natural flow and harmony.

Through Tao-inspired practices, the Goshtasbi Method incorporates principles related to:

• Awareness of energy.

• Balance.

• Natural movement.

• Connection with the rhythms of life.

The Tao perspective recognizes the importance of moving with awareness rather than against the natural intelligence of the body.

This principle is reflected in the Goshtasbi Method approach to movement, breath and embodiment.

Energy awareness and embodied practice

The Goshtasbi Method understands the body as a complete system where physical sensations, emotions, breath and awareness are interconnected.

Energy awareness practices support the exploration of:

• Internal sensations.

• Presence.

• Breath.

• Movement.

• Conscious attention.

Rather than separating body and consciousness, the method explores their relationship through embodied experience.

The connection between Reiki, Tantra and Somatic Bodywork

The integration of Reiki, Tantra and Somatic Bodywork creates a multidimensional approach.

Each tradition contributes a different perspective:

Tantra

Offers practices of presence, awareness and embodiment.

Somatic Bodywork

Explores the intelligence of the body through sensations, movement and nervous system awareness.

Reiki

Develops sensitivity, presence and energetic awareness.

Together, these perspectives support the vision of the Goshtasbi Method:

An integrated approach to body, awareness and transformation.

Holistic traditions from East and West

The Goshtasbi Method reflects a journey through diverse traditions and cultures.

Its foundations have been influenced by studies and practices connected with:

• India and Tantric traditions.

• Japan and Reiki.

• China and Tao philosophy.

• Hawaiʻi and holistic healing approaches.

• European holistic practices.

The intention is not to combine traditions superficially, but to recognize the shared principles that support human awareness, embodiment and connection.

Energy awareness within Somatic Bodywork sessions

Within Goshtasbi Method | Tantra & Somatic Bodywork in Madrid, these principles are expressed through individual sessions that integrate:

• Somatic awareness.

• Conscious touch.

• Breathwork.

• Presence.

• Body awareness.

• Energy-based practices.

Each session is approached as an opportunity to reconnect with the body and cultivate deeper awareness.

The Joy Of Tantra ecosystem

The Goshtasbi Method is the foundation connecting all projects created by Romina Goshtasbi.

Goshtasbi Method | Tantra & Somatic Bodywork

The therapeutic expression of the methodology through individual sessions.

Joy Of Tantra Academy

Educational programs and professional training based on Tantra, Somatic Bodywork and embodied practices.

Joy Of Tantra Yoga

Movement, breathwork, meditation and embodied Tantra practices connected through the Goshtasbi Method.

Joy Of Tantra Retreats

Immersive experiences combining holistic practices, embodiment and conscious living.

All projects share the same foundation:

The Goshtasbi Method, created by Romina Goshtasbi.

Integrating ancient wisdom with contemporary embodiment

The purpose of the Goshtasbi Method is not to preserve traditions separately, but to create a bridge between ancient wisdom and contemporary understanding of the human body.

Through the integration of Reiki, Tao, Tantra, Somatic Bodywork and embodied practices, the method offers a framework for exploring awareness, connection and personal transformation.

Created by Romina Goshtasbi, the Goshtasbi Method continues to evolve as a living methodology rooted in presence, respect and the intelligence of the body.