What is Reiki?
“Just for today do not worry. Just for today do not anger. Honor your parents, teachers and elders. Earn your living honestly. Show gratitude to everything.”
Dr. Mikao Usui, founder of Reiki
Dear Reader,
Today I am inspired to share about a natural system of healing called Reiki. Reiki healing is a useful, simple and relevant tool for self-healing as well as healing, creating inner peace and therefore, contributing to outer peace in modern times. In this blog post I am happy to share my story of Reiki and what Reiki is and how it is a wonderful tool that has stood the test of time. In my next blog post I will be sharing about Reiki classes and how to become your own self healing dynamo.
My Reiki Story
I discovered Reiki through Awakenings bookstore in Laguna Hills, CA in the year 1995. I participated in a group Reiki circle (or Reiki share as they can be called as well). The experience was so profound that I took a Reiki I training earning a certificate in February 1996. I became Reiki II certified in July 1996 and then became Reiki II Master Teacher certified in January 1998.
Throughout those three years I provided Reiki sessions and eventually taught Reiki I and II classes in Laguna Beach, CA in 1998 until I moved to upstate New York. I continued to offer Reiki I and II classes, as well as certified several Reiki III Master Teachers. both in New York and here in California. Reiki has continued to be a self-healing modality that I practice on myself, my loved ones (both in person and distance healing). Reiki is incorporated as a foundational element in all of my creations, paintings and Soul Cosmology Paintings commissions. Presently, I am happy to be offering Reiki sessions, both in person, Distance sessions and small group Reiki Level I and II trainings/classes. Intrigued so far? Let’s continue on the healing journey and discover more about Reiki.
Reiki History
Reiki was founded by Dr. Miako Usui, of Japan, in the early 1900s. Dr. Usui developed the energy practice of Reiki in order to contribute to the healing process at the physical and emotional levels.
He found inspiration and purpose in the exploration of a method that would allow him to tap into the energy that supplies all of life, the force of energy that makes plants grow and human’s develop, in order to restore imbalances in the living systems within living beings; including people, animals and plants.
He realized he needed to find a way to do this without depleting his own internal stores of energy or taking on any negative energy released from blockages within the individual’s he would come to facilitate healing.
Over several generations since Dr. Usui’s formalized the system of energy healing that came to be known as Reiki, the lineage of healers, often referred to as “grandmasters”, eventually began to share their insights with the Western world.
What Does the Word Reiki Mean?
The word Reiki (pronounced ray-key) also traces back to Japanese origins with the word Rei meaning “wisdom from the source or higher power” and the word Ki meaning “Life Force Energy”. Together, Reiki is loosely defined as, “life force energy guided by spirit”. Simply,
REI – The Universal Energy KI- All that is.
What is Reiki Healing Energy?
Reiki is a non-invasive healing process, involving a trained and attuned Reiki practitioner whom uses a technique of “laying on of hands” in order to guide what is referred to as “universal life force energy”, in an effort to promote healing through the mind-body-spirit connection that resides in each of us.
Reiki is based on the belief that life force energy flows through each of us at all times. If a person’s energy flow is blocked, it is regarded that this may be a contributing factor to the outcome of a stagnant or low, sick or stressed individual.
When energy within and around us is able to flow without blockage, we are more likely to feel happy and healthy. Essentially, this ancient healing practice can be thought of as an “energy transference” from the practitioner bringing Life Force Energy to the recipient, creating a feeling of peace and relaxation. It’s helpful to visualize Reiki’s healing energy as being within and around you at all times. We are surrounded by energy all the time. Therefore, you are surrounded by potential Reiki energy right now; if you desire to tap in to it in order to help heal yourself or other’s you just have to tap into it!
How Does Reiki Work?
Reiki practitioners act as a conduit between you and the source of the universal life force energy. The energy flows through the practitioner’s hands to you.
The recipient determines the energy flow from the practitioner’s hands by taking only what they need.
Benefits of Reiki:
• Reduces stress
• Increases calm and relaxation
• Releases scattered, running, thoughts from the mind, truly letting go of worry & stress
• Overall amplification of empowerment
• Increases inner peace, beyond the end of a session
• Soothes a crying baby
• Calms a nervous animal or pet
• Helps people with chronic illness, including those suffering from both emotional & physical pain
• Some consider Reiki to be a point of ‘awakening’ or ‘evolution’ to a better state of being
• Helps people develop towards experiencing the joys of life “in the moment”
• Learn to heal yourself, as well as other living beings
• Improve the health and well being of your family and humanity
Can Reiki replace traditional treatments?
No. Reiki treatment should not be used as a substitute for the consultation of a physician or a psychotherapist.
“Reiki complements other types of medical and therapeutic treatments, and it can increase the efficacy of other types of healing. If you’re already in good health, though, regular Reiki treatments can enhance your ability to respond to stress and serve as a form of preventive medicine.
Is Reiki a Religion?
The question of ‘is Reiki a religion’ is one that comes to mind for some folks who have no fully explored what Reiki really is all about. There is no affiliation with any church or religious set of beliefs, in regards to Reiki. It is open to beings of all beliefs systems and backgrounds. Reiki is simply a system of energy healing that was created to improve the lives of all.
How to Activate Reiki Energy?
If you are receiving Reiki energy during a treatment from a Reiki practitioner, then you do not need any prior training yourself. The basis of all matter is energy. Every person, animal and plant is composed of energy. Therefore, anyone may receive the healing benefits of Reiki without any prior training.
Reiki Session Cost?
There is not one set rate for a Reiki treatment as each practitioner determines his or her own fees in exchange for a healing service. Contact me using the Contact Form below for Reiki Session/s. Package Pricing Available
What to Expect During a Reiki Session?
Reiki treatments typically last about 50-60 minutes. During a session, you’ll lie on a massage table fully clothed, as your Reiki practitioner gently places their hands, palms down, on or just above your body in specific energy locations. They use a series of 12 to 15 different hand positions.
The length of time that the practitioner leaves their hands in each position is determined by the flow of energy through their hands at each location. Reiki differs from other touch therapies in that there is no pressure, massage or manipulation involved.
Distance Reiki
I am trained in providing distance Reiki healing sessions, an incredible option to receive all the benefits of Reiki healing from the comfort of your own home. With distance sessions you will check-in with your practitioner via phone or video at the start, then simply relax and accept the energy being sent your way, with a debriefing either virtually or by phone at the close of your distance healing session.
Distance Reiki healing sessions can be done from any geographical location as we utilize the “Distance Symbol” which allows the healing energy to be sent across any span of time or distance. Clients in-person and distance both report gaining the same benefit from a Reiki healing session.
- Reiki can be sent over any geographic distance- reaching individuals in others states and countries.
- Reiki energy can be sent back in time to help in healing past issues,
- and even aid in healing our past lives.
- Reiki energy can move forward in time- like stored energy (think batteries) to aid individuals for upcoming events, or periods of life further on the horizon.
- Reiki can be sent to large groups all at the same time
- Reiki can also be sent to other dimensions.
I am happy to offer individual Reiki healing sessions in person, on site (travel within 15 miles of Laguna Niguel) or Distance healing sessions to anywhere in the world through the magic of technology.
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In love, gratitude and beauty…
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