Just
for today (Kyo dake wa),
Don't get angry (Okoru na),
Don't worry (Shinpai su na)
Be grateful (Kansha shite),
Work hard (Gyo o hage me),
Be kind to others (Hito ni shinsetsu ni)
The practice of Reiki is an
original method of healing, developed by Mikao Usui in Japan early in the 20th
century, which is activated by intention. Reiki’s natural healing energy works
on every level, not just the physical, and promotes the body’s regenerative
self healing ability. Reiki treats the cause not the illness bringing about
confidence, balance and a release of our inner self. The healer acts as a
channel, connecting to universal energy while the client's soul draws the
energy and uses it for their own good and restoring balance to the physical,
emotional, mental and spiritual energy systems of the body.
Reiki is a non-invasive therapy that can be used without fear of any side-effects
or overdose. It may be used with confidence alongside conventional medication
or natural remedies because it acts in a complementary way.
What are the Benefits?
The energy of Reiki can be used
to great effect in many ways. Whether one is suffering from stress or tension,
and the many symptoms associated with this, or wishing to improve the quality
of relationships at home or work, the beneficial effects of Reiki occur on many
levels.
Reiki can accelerate the healing of physical problems, balance the emotions,
and free us from restrictive mental attitudes. It may also provide a closer
connection with inner wisdom.
Reiki encourages and supports positive personal change such as improving the
diet, having more rest, exercise or leisure time, and may reduce the need for
alcohol and tobacco. Reiki can allow us to respond more calmly to all events,
and build on a more resourceful state of being. Reiki can enhance everyday life,
and regular sessions help to ward-off illness and fatigue. Reiki is suitable
for people of all ages and promotes self-healing and balances the energies in
the body. It also helps to ward off disease and promotes natural self-healing.
It helps to release emotional blocks and any underlying negative patterns
enabling clients to heal themselves. Reiki enhances your intuition and
strengthens your personal awareness.
Reiki treats the cause not the illness bringing about confidence, balance and a
release of our inner self. The healer acts as a channel, connecting to
universal energy while the client's soul draws the energy and uses it for their
own good and restoring balance to the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual
energy systems of the body.
Reiki is a non-invasive therapy that can be used without fear of any side-effects
or overdose. It may be used with confidence alongside conventional medication
or natural remedies because it acts in a complementary way. What Happens During A Session?
A session is usually carried out
with the client lying down or sitting, in a comfortable and peaceful
environment. There is no need to remove any clothing. The practitioner places
their hands gently, in a series of positions, on or over the body. The client's
system automatically draws in only as much Reiki as is needed, using it in
whatever way is most appropriate at the time. Reiki may be felt as a flow of
energy, mild tingling, warmth, coolness, other sensations, or nothing at all.
Reiki is deeply relaxing, eases stress, and has a calming effect. Treatment is
enhanced if one can rest for a while afterwards and drink plenty of water to
help the body detox. Be responsive to the needs of your body, eg resting if
tired, and allow the energy to continue its work after the session ends. The
beneficial effects may be felt for several days. How Often do I Need to Have a Treatment?
Although even one Reiki session
can make a difference, it is usually more effective to have a course of regular
treatments. This may be weekly, fortnightly or monthly depending on the needs
of the individual. A treatment plan will be discussed with you, and reviewed as
necessary. This will always be subject to your own preferences, and can be
changed at any time according to progress.
Reiki does not take the place of
conventional medicine. Always consult a GP for an acute or infectious
condition, and problems of urgent concern. Reiki is a complementary therapy
that works effectively alongside orthodox healthcare, so expanding treatment
options. Can anyone learn Reiki?
The ability to channel Reiki
cannot be learnt from a book or by instruction. To be able to receive Reiki,
students go through a special initiation, which 'attunes' them to the Reiki
energy. Over time this connection is improved through practice, and by actually
using the Reiki energy on themselves - typical known as 'self treatment'. It is
considered essential to treat oneself with Reiki, and indeed many people use it
exclusively for reasons of personal development, healthcare and
stress-management. The Attunement / Initiation
There are Three degrees in the
Reiki system and all practitioners should hold the Second degree. The second
degree Reiki means that person is able to practice in their communities, where
as the First degree only equips you to practice on family and friends. Reiki is a powerful
spiritual experience and consequently is not taught as other healing techniques
are taught. The ability to attune to the Reiki frequency is passed from Master
to student during an attunement process that opens the Crown; Heart and Palm Chakras.
This process also creates a special link between the Master and the student.
The process is a direct channel from the Rei or Universal God Force giving the
student exactly what they require. This explains why students report widely
differing experiences during the attunement process. The process although
conducted by the Master is attended by Reiki guides and helpers. Many students
experience visions, or receive messages and healings during this very special
time. Reiki attunements bring a spiritual cleansing of the physical body as
well as the mind and emotions. Sometimes students do go through a release of
emotional energy and begin to see a refinement of their belief structures and
feelings.
Bernie Scott (Reiki Master - Teacher)
Distant Healing is very
effective, offers the same benefits and can be preferable to hands-on
treatment. Sometimes the person or animal may live too far away or there is an
emergency situation. Distant Reiki can also be very effective for animals that
are fearful or aggressive.
Sarah (Reiki Practioner)
Principles of Reiki