REIKI

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a system of healing originating in Japan. The word Reiki comes from two Japanese words, one Rei which means “universal”, and then ki which means “life force or life energy.” The two together -“Reiki”- means “universal life energy” and the definition of the universal life energy is something that is in everything that is living.

How does it work?

Japanese reiki is a form of touch therapy in which the therapist uses a both the laying on of hands and distant healing techniques. The therapists treats those parts of the body he or she senses are emitting weak energy, by laying his or her hands close to the site of the problem, this enables energy to start to flow through the therapist’s hands to the patient.

History of Reiki

Reiki first started at the turn of the century by Dr. Mikao Usui, a Japanese doctor. Dr Usui developed his healing system from Buddhist teachings and as a result of extensive travels, research and meditation. This system of healing is also based on Sanskrit teachings.

Reiki principles

  • Just for today. Do not worry
  • Just for today Do not anger
  • Honour your parents, teachers and elders
  • Earn your living honestly
  • Show gratitude to every living thing

What does a Reiki treatment entail?

During a Reiki treatment, patients lie on a massage table to facilitate their relaxation. The practitioner’s hands rest lightly in a sequence of positions on their fully clothed body, the aim being to provide a gentle warming vital energy.

Training as a Practitioner in Reiki  

There are three levels of Reiki. At first degree, the pupils learn to practice on themselves and others; at second degree, a powerful form of distant healing and a technique which addresses the cause of problems is learned. The third degree is the level of Master and is only for those who want to make a lifetime commitment to a spiritual path with Reiki – living and teaching it.

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Reiki is an ability we all possess and an attunement is essentially an act of recognising this ability and your commitment to using it. You are provided with sacred symbols and use these when healing. Personally, I feel the current trend towards Reiki has, in some cases, diminished its essence and many "bolt ons" added and learning it has become an expensive business and a lucrative one for many teachers.

You do not need to undertake expensive courses in order to activate this ability. I spent a small fortune learning my attunements and, in my opinion, it really is not necessary. It is an act of pure intention.

I'm a Reiki Master and if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, I am happy to attune you to Reiki I and II via distant attunement for a small donation, which covers your certificates and my time.  Your donation may be made HERE.

If you wish to be a healer then it should be encouraged and I feel money should not be a limitation.

You might like to learn the art from a DVD and these may be found HERE.

Alternatively, you may wish to read more about the subject and books on Reiki and healing may be found HERE.

For more in depth information, visit one of the Reiki Associations listed within UK Holistic Associations menu.