How Energy Shifts Show Up in the Body (and What Science Says)

How Energy Shifts Show Up in the Body (and What Science Says)

October 14, 20252 min read

The Body Doesn’t Lie

We’ve all experienced moments when our body gave us signals before our mind caught up.

  • The sudden knot in your stomach before saying yes to something that didn’t feel right.

  • The rush of relief when you walk away from a draining situation.

  • The warmth in your chest when you’re aligned with your next step.

These aren’t random sensations. They are measurable shifts in energy.

The Science of Energy Shifts

Research across disciplines shows that emotional and energetic changes register instantly in the body:

  • Circulation: Studies in biofeedback demonstrate that stress causes rapid changes in blood flow and skin temperature — sometimes within seconds.

  • Heart rhythms: The HeartMath Institute has shown that emotional states influence heart-rate variability (HRV), a key marker of balance and coherence.

  • Immune system: Research in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity found that positive emotional states (like joy and love) boost immune response, while prolonged resistance suppresses it.

  • Biofield research: Studies on Reiki and other energy-based practices show measurable shifts in electromagnetic field activity around the body.

These findings point to a truth Energy Intelligence™ makes practical: your body is constantly reading energy and responding to it.

Energy Intelligence™: Interpreting the Signals

The question isn’t whether your body shifts — it’s whether you know how to interpret the signals.

Energy Intelligence™ teaches you to:

  1. Recognize when an energy shift is happening.

  2. Differentiate between static (disruption) and alignment (coherence).

  3. Act from clarity rather than confusion.

This is why people practicing Energy Intelligence™ often notice:

  • Feeling lighter after acknowledging resistance.

  • Clearer thinking once energy realigns.

  • Physical relief (relaxed muscles, easier breathing) after shifting a trigger.

Practical Step: Weekend Scan

This weekend, try a 2-minute energy scan:

  1. Sit quietly and ask: “Where do I feel tension right now?”

  2. Place your hand over that area.

  3. Breathe slowly, imagining the tension softening.

  4. Ask: “What alignment is this calling me toward?”

Notice how your body responds. Often, even the act of noticing creates change.

The Invitation

Your body and field are in constant conversation. Energy Intelligence™ helps you tune into that conversation so you can live, lead, and create with clarity.

👉 Read Janell’s published article here: https://zenodo.org/records/17108400

Because when you understand how energy shifts show up in your body, you stop fighting the signals — and start using them as your greatest guide.

Janell Warkentin is the founder of janellrae.com, a pioneer in energy healing and holistic practices, focusing on embracing unique spiritual gifts and intuition development. She is an energetic healer, with over two decades of experience helping individuals discover their true selves, their unique life purpose, and unlock their potential. Janell is the only practitioner to have skillfully combined educational therapy and energy healing to transform struggles and confusion into strengths and clarity. She is known as an authority in energy healing, self-discovery, and holistic healing. Janell resides with her family and their beloved animals in Central Oregon.

Janell Rae

Janell Warkentin is the founder of janellrae.com, a pioneer in energy healing and holistic practices, focusing on embracing unique spiritual gifts and intuition development. She is an energetic healer, with over two decades of experience helping individuals discover their true selves, their unique life purpose, and unlock their potential. Janell is the only practitioner to have skillfully combined educational therapy and energy healing to transform struggles and confusion into strengths and clarity. She is known as an authority in energy healing, self-discovery, and holistic healing. Janell resides with her family and their beloved animals in Central Oregon.

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