Reiki means "Universal Life Force Energy". It is a form of hands-on healing which originated in Japan and has been practiced for hundreds of years. Many hospitals are now incorporating it for patients. It is directed through the laying on of hands in different positions of the body. A Reiki treatment feels wonderful! The client is fully clothed during the treatment. Many experience a sense of peace, coolness or warmth in certain areas, tingling, vibration, and many other sensations. Many have had emotional releases. Reiki can be used as a stress-relieving treatment and also allows the body to heal itself. It cannot harm in any way. The energy goes directly where it is needed and helps to balance body, mind, and spirit. The body accepts as much as it needs to. Some have reported miracles through Reiki.
I would also like to point out that those who practice Reiki do not direct the energy in any way. Reiki goes and manifests where it is needed. The energy is guided by the Universe. The Reiki practitioner is not the one doing the healing. He or she is only a channel for the energy to pass through. The practitioner is able to ask for guidance in a desired area of need, but cannot impose judgement or ego.
Can Reiki help me?
It is possible for Reiki to help with so many different types of problems, I wouldn't be able to list them all. I will, however, say this:
Reiki
Supports the body's own natural ability to heal itself,
Balances the organs, glands, and their bodily functions,
Re-establishes mental well-being,
Aids in any emotional crisis, such as grief or trauma,
Treats symptoms as well as causes of illness,
Helps us regain our personal center and balance,
and cleanses the body of toxins.
The most common problem I see Reiki help with is stress. Stress is such a major dilemma in our society today. It is usually the cause of so many other health issues. If we can't relax and be calm when we need to, our bodies are going to retaliate. Reiki brings a sense of peace, breaks up blockages which don't allow us to relax. When I give myself Reiki, I usually can't stay awake too long!!! So insomnia is not a problem for me!
If you have an opportunity to receive a Reiki treatment, even just a sample, I can't tell you how much I recommend it. It is absolutely amazing!
Can Reiki not work?
The only way Reiki will not work is if the client blocks the energy. Reiki is not invasive in any way. If you don't want the energy, it cannot be forced on you. Can you be sceptical? Yes. As long as you are not blocking the experience, Reiki will work.
Is Reiki a religion?
No. Reiki is not affiliated with any religion or spiritual beliefs. Reiki does recognize a Higher Life Force (because that is where we are channeling from), but it doesn't impose beliefs in any way. Your spirituality is yours only. No one can tell you what is right for you. There are many paths to the same Source.
Can Reiki be used on animals and plants?
Reiki can be used on anything that has an energy field, which would be humans, animals, plants, and the Earth in general. Plants love it. I try to Reiki my plants on a regular basis to make sure they are getting attention and energy.
Most animals love it, too. The reason I say most is because they are more sensitive to energy than we are. My cat, Crispie, loves it. He will sit here on my lap all day just sucking it all in. My other cat, Mammal, however, is just the opposite. He is very high-strung and full of energy. He finds Reiki too strong for him. I can "beam" it to him from across the room, but not hands-on. All animals are different. But, yes, Reiki energy works the same way on them as on people.
Can Reiki be used with other complimentary healing therapies?
Reiki can be used very successfully with many other forms of complimentary healing. Many practitioners like using aromatherapy, crystals, toning and sound therapy, meditation, massage, herbalism, visualization, color therapy, Bach Flower Remedies, and many other procedures. In many instances, Reiki can help increase the power of other healing therapies. If you are taking medication, you can Reiki the bottle to add Life Force Energy to it, and likewise, aid your healing and reduce side affects.
Can Reiki help me grow spiritually?
Absolutely! Reiki is a connection with body, mind,and spirit. By balancing the energies in and around your body, you are more united with the Divine. To open one blockage, say your heart center, this may allow you to love more fully than you ever have, and in turn, live in a more passionate and loving manner. The possibilities are endless in holistic healing.
How is illness and death viewed in Reiki practice?
Illness and death have such negative connotations in Western society. Illness is only a disconnection from our Higher Source. When we incorporate a distruction habit or belief into our lives, it is sure to show up in physical form. For example, I used to have a bad habit of taking over-the-counter medications for colds and flu. I figured this was immediate relief. Many of us do. Most of the time, a cold is simply our bodies trying to release toxins. Runny nose, sneezing, etc. Yes, a cold can be very inconvenient, but our bodies need to get rid of all the junk we put into it. Pollution, unhealthy food, stress, among other things. So I was suppressing all of this. I didn't want to deal with it. Besides, I was busy. (How many of us say that?) So later on down the road, I needed to deal with worse health problems because my body wasn't releasing toxins!
This is how illness gets involved in our lives. We need to pay attention to how we treat our bodies.
Alot of the time, it is not only an action that leads to illness. Our mental and emotional outlooks can shape our health and happiness as well. Try listening to your thoughts today. Are they positive? Do you say kind things to yourself? Or are you constantly telling yourself how fat, ugly, stupid, or worthless you are? These thoughts play such a big part of us. There is an old saying: You become what you think about. Concentrate on the positive, you grow and flourish. Concentrate on negative, you wilt. You were meant to SHINE!
Check my page, Taking Control, Tapping into Inner Wisdom, for more information.
Death is a difficult thing to deal with. We grow so close to those around us that we find it hard to understand. We are used to seeing death as an ending, a closing of a door. What we do not sometimes see is that when one door closes, another always opens. Death is not an ending because there is no such thing as an end. It is a transition, a going home. Unfortunately, for most of us, it is a moment filled with fear and regret. Reiki can help so much in times of preparing for death. It can ease fears and doubt and connect us to the Source again. Many times, people report the sense of peace I spoke of earlier. Some even have visions of their chosen diety. Reiki is a sacred gift in moments like these. When it all comes down to it, all we truly want is peace and comfort. All the possesions we had during life don't mean a thing.
Reiki Hand Positions
courtesy of REIKIFLOW WORKSHOP
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