Reiki is a form of energy healing that originated in Japan in the early 20th century.
Gentle hand movements guide the flow of healing energy (what’s known in Reiki as “life force energy”) through the body to reduce stress and pain and promote healing.
Reiki is a safe, gentle method of accessing and using the universal energy which surrounds and permeates all living and non-living things on this planet and beyond. The energy flows through the practitioner’s hands and is applied to the body of the recipient in a gentle, non-intrusive way. It can also be applied in a Hands-off way to the Aura (Energy field of the body).
Reiki provides a simple, direct and accessible form of healing. It is used to bring balance and peace to body, mind and spirit. Because it works with all levels of human existence it inevitably promotes a more spiritual perspective on life
Reiki as defined by the Oxford English dictionary is:
“A healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, to activate the natural healing processes of the patient’s body and restore physical and emotional well-being”.
Universal Life Energy is all around us and within us.
The Japanese word “Rei-Ki” consists of two syllables:
“Rei” means universal – Wisdom and knowledge of all the universe
“Ki” means life force or energy – flows through every living thing
Ki is the energy that all things are made of – the unseen energy that flows through and connects all living things. Ki is the energy that makes the divinely manifested universe – from the physical planes of consciousness through the emotional, mental and spiritual planes of consciousness.
When receiving Reiki during a treatment people often experience certain sensations like – coolness, heat, buzzing, tingling or warmth wherever the practitioner’s hands are placed, although some get no particular sensations but simply feel pleasantly calm and relaxed. Some people report ‘seeing’ beautiful colours, dreams or visions, or find memories arise during or soon after having Reiki, and most experience a wonderful feeling of peace and radiance afterwards.
The Physical Level:
Reiki supports and accelerates your body’s own natural ability to heal itself, usually alleviating pain and relieving other symptoms whilst helping the body to rid itself of poisons and toxins. It balances and harmonizes the whole energy field, promoting a sense of wholeness, a state of positive wellness and an overall feeling of well-being.
The Emotional Level:
Deep emotions and traumas which have been suppressed may come back or exacerbate before they gradually vanish. For the unresolved emotions to clear, it needs to pass through you. When these past emotions re-emerge, it may lead to anger, sadness, depression, or fear. Reiki inspires you to examine your emotional responses, encouraging you to let go of negative emotions and promoting the qualities of loving, caring, sharing, trusting and good will. It can also help to channel emotional energy into creativity.
The Mental Level:
Reiki leads to a state of deep relaxation, with the consequent release of stress and tension. It allows you to let go of negative thoughts, concepts and attitudes, replacing them with positive thoughts, peace and serenity. It can also enhance intuitive abilities and helps to encourage pursuing personal potential through greater insight and self-awareness.
The Spiritual Level:
Reiki helps you to accept and love your whole self and fosters a non- judgmental approach to humankind. It promotes the qualities of love, compassion, understanding and acceptance, and encourages you on your path towards personal growth and spiritual development.