We recently connected with Christina Liddicoat and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Christina , thanks for joining us today. Can you share a story about the kindest thing someone has done for you and why it mattered so much or was so meaningful to you?

When I was 12 I got bit by a deer tick. My mom and I went to the doctor to make sure I did not have Lyme disease. At that time the doctor said I did not have Lyme disease. As I had no rash that developed. I moved on with my life as a normal 12-year-old would and continued to play basketball. However, shortly after this, I developed severe chronic pain that would best be described as a stabbing sensation in my calf muscle. Eventually, the pain got so bad that I could not even run and could barely walk. I would often cry in pain when having to move my calves when doing daily tasks or walking. My mom and I went to countless doctors all of which performed examinations unable to diagnose what was occurring in my calves as the X-rays showed no fractures or muscle tears. At one point I could not walk and would often sit or lay down as the pain was unbearable. My mom was there with me through every step of the way. She continued to advocate for me saying something was not right even though no one in the medical field we had seen could diagnose me. With her support, encouragement, and positive mindset I kept going and did not give up. I dealt with severe pain for many years before my mom and found a holistic health practitioner who asked if I had ever been tested for Lyme Disease. We did a blood test for Lyme Disease when I was 18 years old and it came back positive. I asked the holistic health practitioner if my calves were a symptom of Lyme Disease. They replied with yes and explained that Lyme Disease often goes misdiagnosed and shows up years after someone has been bitten. It was through the trial and error of many herbs and vitamins that I finally have no more pain in my calves! Throughout this entire process, my mom has always been my number-one supporter through the highs and the lows. When you have low points in life it can become normal and that is just how it is. You feel that it will not change but it’s people like my mom that help you move past the ‘I can’t’ mindset to the ‘I can’ mindset. For me, that is the kindest thing anyone could have ever done for me. This is part of why I started Radiant Wellness LLC as I aim to uplift others by providing options for holistic health with Reiki, sound & crystal Healing, aromatherapy, yoga, and herbalism.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I am Christina Liddicoat the owner of Radiant Wellness LLC. I grew up in Wisconsin which also is known as the dairy state. It is a beautiful place to connect with nature and community. I often would go for hikes to waterfalls with my family and I was blessed to be able to experience all four sessions. After spending most of my life exposed to cold winters in Wisconsin I decided I needed a change of pace. In 2021, I moved out to Arizona to attend Grand Canyon University for my bachelor’s degree. I graduated early from GCU with my bachelor’s in Marketing & advertising.

I created Radiant Wellness LLC with the vision of providing holistic health options that inspire, uplift, and support each other and a growing community. I cultivate an environment and community where clients can explore, heal, and transform into their best selves.

Growing up I always was drawn to holistic healing practices such as chiropractic care and herbalism. In July of 2019, I worked for Dr. Roy Ostenson at Appleton Chiropractic & Wellness Center. During my time there I found that when the human body was given a helping hand with nature it has the innate ability to heal itself. I also found that adjustments, supplements, and equipment—such as Spinal Decompression, PEMF, Avazzia, and lasers—all aided in healing the body naturally. It amazed me that these alternative healing techniques could assist the human body heal and remain healthy. I follow Dr. Roy Ostenson’s philosophy of looking at the big picture when it comes to people’s health, refusing to simply diagnose symptoms and place people in a category. Instead, I take a more individualized approach as every person’s health needs can differ. I approach everyone’s health with an open mind as there are always new things to try. And I often wondered what other holistic health practices could heal the body.

In 2023, I had an experience that changed my life forever and is one of the main reasons I created Radiant Wellness LLC. I had a relative who was possessed by an entity. I know when we get into concepts such as spirits and possession it can seem far-fetched and I used to think that too. However, I can assure you that these concepts are real. This entity wanted to leave this relative and find a new host from the family bloodline. And it was targeting my family and myself. My family and I were experiencing severe fatigue, seeing shadows, witnessing objects move in our house, feeling tingling or stabbing sensations, or sudden temperature changes. This went on for a few months before we found a Shaman to remove it from that relative. The Shaman ended up successfully removing the entity from my relative. This Shaman explained in detail how entities worked and recommended some books for me to read. I read many books about entities and energy work as I felt it was important to know about it. I also felt that I needed to be able to explain what happened to my family and me as it is more common than people believe it to be. Eventually, I found a book on Reiki and it was like going into a rabbit hole of holistic health practices. I took Reiki classes and became a Reiki Master. I am also certified in crystal and sound healing. And I can not wait to learn more practices such as breathwork, yoga, and aromatherapy!

Once I was certified and learned about energy healing and entities I decided it was time to start my own business. And that is how Radiant Wellness LLC was formed in October 2024. I currently offer Reiki, crystal, and sound healing sessions. I also host monthly events at local businesses that involve sound healing as I play my crystal bowls and gong. I love being able to connect with the local community and empower them with holistic health practices while of course having fun! I have an event that is for a charity on March 22nd. It is a rescue retreat for the AZK9 which supports local rescue dogs in Arizona. There will be yoga with dogs and sound healing with crystal bowls, tarot readings, aromatherapy bag creations, aura photos, dog snuggles, and flash tattoos. I am thrilled to be a part of this event and to help support the rescue dogs in our community!

I have found that many people find all these practices calming and they feel relaxed after the session. I have learned that there are many energies within and around us and these practices utilize these energies to help the client replenish their energy. For it is with many physical ailments where it is a misalignment of energy. All these practices can help with stress reduction, emotional healing, boost mood, improve sleep, and improve cognitive function. And with the right mindset and community people heal all aspects of themselves.

We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?

From little on my mom always encouraged me to do my own thing and not care about what other people think. Whether it was dressing in bright colors or speaking my mind she always supported me. As I got older, I lost my true self and tried to blend in as I did not want to stand out. I was living in a fearful state of not wanting to be seen. I wanted to be like everyone else, but I could not even if I tried. During that time, I was hanging out with the wrong people and letting them treat me badly because I felt that was what I was worth. I found it took time to assess why my friendships and relationships weren’t working out. Eventually, I figured out I was the reason my relationships were sucky. This was a hard pill to swallow as you are admitting that you are part of the problem. I realized that it was my choice to let them treat me that way and that I needed to set boundaries with people. It was through lots of research and rethinking how I thought about myself which allowed me to regain my confidence and unlearn the social camouflage I was projecting into the world. Once I started acting like my authentic self, I attracted better people into my life that treated me with respect and cared for my wellbeing. I feel that there are things in life that we must relearn to master. For it is the experiences we have in which we learn the most. And that is why I am upfront about who I am even with my business Radiant Wellness LLC. I talk about my experiences so others can hear about them and even relate. If we don’t have the conversation, then we would never know if other people experienced similar things we do. So, what you see is what you get. I am authentically me and I encourage everyone to embrace their true selves as it is life changing.

Have any books or other resources had a big impact on you?

I am a strong believer in energy and maintaining your energy with holistic practices such as Reiki, crystals, and sound healing. However, I have also found that when maintaining your energy mindset is also a key element. I found one of the strongest principles in energy healing is a positive mindset. Life can throw curve balls at you, but it is all about how you handle it, and your perception is key. I love Shaman Durek’s ‘Spirit Hacking’ book! It is an amazing read, and I highly recommend everyone to read it! In his book, he teaches about spirit hacking which is about how to break free from negative programming and reclaim inner strength. Which I mean who doesn’t need that! He also goes over how to shift from a fear thinking to love love-based consciousness. He explained that fear is a natural response but in modern society in often controls people’s behaviors and actions in unhealthy ways. Such as when I was social camouflaging to blend in. This is an example of a fear response. Shaman Durek goes over identifying fear-based thoughts and replacing them with affirmations and beliefs grounded in love and abundance. I have used his technique to work through my fear responses and it works wonderfully! I feel when you run your own business you must be your authentic self and embrace the unknown. Which means letting go of the known and stepping into something entirely new. Fear and doubt can often get in the way of this so it is important to remind yourself of what you can do and that you are unstoppable!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.radiantwellnessllc.org/
• Instagram: [email protected]
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566550779294
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-liddicoat
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@radiantwellnessllc
• Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/radiant-wellness-tempe-3

Image Credits

Photos taken by @b.ellethompson on Instagram from our Valentine’s Self Love Event 2025