what is reiki?

Reiki is a form of what is commonly known as "energy work". REIKI (ray-key) is a Japanese word meaning "Universal Life Energy". It is a safe body therapy technique that balances the body, mind, and spirit which facilitates the healing of the whole person. It involves the use of gentle, light touch applied to the body to transmit healing energy. It is the channeling of energy through one person to another in order to balance their energy field or "aura".

where does it come from?

This healing art used the same techniques as the Lamas of ancient Tibet who originated this system thousands of years ago. It was rediscovered in the 1800's by Dr. Mikao Usui, a Buddhist priest who practiced the art in Japan. He passed this knowledge on to others who eventually brought to the West in the 1970's.

when i receive a treatment, am i "taking" your energy?

There is energy all around us - physical energy and metaphysical energy, however you choose to perceive it. The Japanese call this "Ki", the Chinese call it "Chi" (as in the Chinese Medicine called "Chi Kung"), and for those who have practiced yoga, Hindus call this "Prana". A Reiki practitioner accesses this energy and uses it to balance the energy in our auric field which helps us to feel healthy and happy. The practitioner acts as a channel so, in effect, you are not depleting his or her reserves.
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how does it work?

The Reiki system works in conjunction with both traditional and holistic medicine. Non-invasive and gentle, Reiki energy reawakens the healing capacity within all of us. It brings the body, mind and spirit into balance and harmony.
A Reiki treatment can replenish body energies, mental clarity, and focus. By the end of a treatment, all systems are operating in a more balanced way, leaving a feeling of relaxation, wholeness, and well-being.

 

is there anything else i should know?

Reiki supports and accelerates the body’s own natural ability to heal itself, helping to alleviate pain and relieve other symptoms while cleansing the body of poisons and toxins. Reiki balances and harmonizes the whole energy body, promoting a sense of well being. It also works with a person’s physical consciousness, or body wisdom, to help them develop a greater awareness of the body’s real needs, for example the right nutrition, exercises and sleep pattern.

 

what can reiki do for me?

Here's a short list of what Reiki can do for you:

* Accelerates natural healing and balance of your body.
* Improves your sleep.
* Relieves headaches, muscular tension and other stress related ailments.
* Revitalizes your body by increasing your energy.
* Activates deep relaxation.
* Increases mental clarity and focus.
* Is an effective tool used in conjunction with other therapies and increases their effectiveness.
* Complements any religious practice, for it is a spiritual healing art with no dogma to follow. It works effectively whether you believe in it or not.

 

what can i expect from a reiki treatment?

The client lies fully clothed on a bodywork table. The practitioner then places their hands gently on the head, torso, arms, legs, feet and sometimes the back. The amount of time on each position varies, depending on the client's needs. The client may talk during the session, if so desired. Some report heat or tingling sensation coming from the practitioner's hands, and others see colors and gently fall into a deep and relaxing sleep.

what is "distance reiki"?

This is quite a simple concept to illustrate but a difficult concept to grasp. A Reiki practitioner can "send" Reiki to somebody, or even to himself/herself. It can be sent to another city, another state, another country or even another hemisphere. It can be "timestamped" so that if I send it, it can be received for a specified time. This is very helpful as I do not have to be with the client as in a hands on treatment, and they can be in the comfort of their own home when they receive it. I usually send it for a time when the client is in bed and ready to go to sleep. I have done this many times and you can see on my testimonials page how it works as far away as in England. I can send it to myself if I have had a tough day, and usually it puts me out like a light.

 

where's the catch?

It is not a miracle. Einstein made clear the basics of the theory applied in energy medicine and Reiki corresponds to what seemed at the time like a miracle. The cathc is this: if you want it to work for you in the long term you will most likely have to make some changes in your life - especially as regards your way of thinking. I have made changes in my life and with the help and influence of Reiki, I am more relaxed and happier and more serene than I ever thought possible, and that's saying a lot.

 

what's in it for you?

I get to work doing something I love, and introducing others to this form of healing is my contribution to making a change for the better in a fast moving society where stress and imbalance are hugely debilitating elements and blocks to our achieving peace and happiness. When I channel Reiki I receive energy as well. It has a greatly calming effect and works wonderfully in conjunction with meditation to improve intuition and bring out the best in me. This creates deep satisfaction and a feeling of harmony within me, and I can find pleasure in completing the most mundane tasks. I can better remain in "the now" and life becomes real and I feel really alive.