Reiki, pronounced "ray-kee," is a safe, natural, holistic healing energy that helps restore and maintain health. It was rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui, a Japanese educator in the early 20th century. It is the combination of two words Rei, which means "Higher Power or Universal." Ki is "Life Force Energy" (also commonly called Chi, Qi, or Prana). So Japanese Reiki is the intuitive life force energy directed by the Higher Power, God, or Universe depending on your belief system. It is this all-encompassing energy from which all things flow and other energies draw their power. When the life force energy is abundant we experience greater harmony, physical energy, increased vitality, more relaxation and joy.
History Of Reiki
Reiki is believed to have started somewhere in Inia or Tibet. Throughout time and across many cultures the source of this knowledge was lost or forgotten. A Japanese teacher and philosopher, Dr. Mikaro Usui began an extensive search for the lost art of essential energy healing. He studied ancient Sutras (Buddhist Sanskrit) and discovered information linking various revealed symbols, mantras, and ancient sounds to the human nervous system. He found that these Reiki symbols, mantras and sounds could activate or generate chi (ki) energy. However, even with this information Dr. Usui was still unable to perform any miracles.
For this reason he committed himself to a twenty-one day retreat to Mount Kurama. Through meditation, prayer, and fasting he encountered a metaphysical experience where he received the knowledge and spiritual power to be in harmony with others. This mystical experience gave him complete understanding of his healing ministry; as a result, he was able to function adequately in that setting. From this he developed what we now know as Reiki, spending the rest of his life teaching and healing.
How Does Reiki Work?
Reiki is a safe non-invasive medicine that incorporates the healing on all levels -- mind, body and spirit. One will immediately begin to notice a marked reduction in stress, and increased relaxation. This allows the natural intuitive healing abilities of the body to take over. When the flow of ki (chi) is decreased or blocked, health problems begin to emerge as a result of the body's imbalances. Many forces in our life, such as trauma, diet, toxins, anxiety, and relationships; also, negative talk, anger, stress, etc. all affect our flow of energy. Reiki healing therapy is a great way to address these issues and generate chi energy.
The Reiki practitioner uses "laying of hands" in various positions. This can be done by physically touching or by placing the hands a few inches from the patient’s body. The Reiki practitioner channels energy in a specific pattern, bringing a deep relaxation to the patient while destroying energy blockages and revitalizing the body. It is the patient or recipient that draws the pure energy from the practitioner. It is believed that both play a critical role in the healing, but ultimately all healing is up to the recipient. The patient's body intuitively knows how much energy to take and where to focus it. Using Reiki to clear negative energy is very effective in eliminating anger and fear while increasing compassion, love and peace. This energy comes from the Divine Being, Higher Self, or Universe -- according to one’s belief system -- making it limitless and pure.
Reiki can be used alone, but also compliments many other healing modalities. It can be used on animals (they are very receptive), plants and water as well as people. It is very simple and natural but powerful and safe. Reiki is very spiritual in nature, but has no religious affiliation. Therefore, no particular belief structure is necessary to receive healing. Those who use Reiki on a regular basis find their lives are enjoyable, lively, and fully energized! Reiki Videos
Benefits of Reiki Healing
Generates and aids in the flow of (chi)
Better and deeper sleep
Helps clear negative energy
Reduces blood pressure
Energizes your body
Balances your emotions
Helps rid the body of stress and anxiety
Supports the immune system
Can help chronic problems such as allergies & asthma
Aids the body's natural healing ability
Great therapy for animals
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Reiki is a safe non-invasive medicine that incorporates the healing on all levels -- mind, body and spirit. One will immediately begin to notice a marked reduction in stress, and increased relaxation. This allows the natural intuitive healing abilities of the body to take over. When the flow of ki (chi) is decreased or blocked, health problems begin to emerge as a result of the body's imbalances. Many forces in our life, such as trauma, diet, toxins, anxiety, and relationships; also, negative talk, anger, stress, etc. all affect our flow of energy. Reiki healing therapy is a great way to address these issues and generate chi energy.
