What is Reiki ?
Reiki is a spiritual healing art with its roots in Japanese origin.The word Reiki comes from the Japanese word (Rei) which means “Universal Life” and (Ki) which means “Energy”. Reiki is not affiliated with any particular religion or religious practice. It is not massage nor is it based on belief or suggestion. It is a subtle and effective form of energy work using spiritually guided life force energy.
Reiki is the life energy that flows through all living things.
Reiki Practitioners understand that everyone has the ability to connect with their own healing energy and use it to strengthen energy in themselves and help others. It is believed that a person’s “ki” or energy should be strong and free flowing. When this is true a person’s body and mind is in a positive state of health. When the energy becomes weak or blocked it could lead to symptoms of physical or emotional imbalance.
History Of Reiki
Reiki is believed to have been associated with Mikao Usui who is credited with rediscovering the root system now called Reiki. His tradition and methods were passed through several grandmasters of Reiki. Today, Reiki takes many forms, however, The Usui System of Natural Healing is still the form most widely practiced. Practitioners and Master Teachers are trained through an initiation process where Masters pass on their knowledge and expertise to their students.
What is Reiki Used for ?
Reiki is a great tool for stress reduction and relaxation. Many people use Reiki for wellness. Reiki is not a cure for a disease or illness, but it may assist the body in creating an environment to facilitate healing.Reiki is a great tool to use as a complement to traditional medicine and is practiced in many hospitals and medical care settings.
What are Chakras?
Chakras are the concentrated energy centers of the body.Chakra is a Sanskrit term and it means “wheel” or “disk” and is derived from the root word “cakra”. Chakras are spinning wheels of energy/light. Chakras have the loving responsibility of taking in, incorporating and emanating energy to keep us functioning at optimal levels.
When a chakra is not functioning properly or if it is blocked, illness is more prone to occur.Our well being on all levels can affect and is affected by the chakras. If we are feeling depressed, then we may not be taking in the maximum amount of energy for our needs.If we do not nourish our bodies with the proper food and nutrients, then we may take in less energy than more. If we “block” feelings such as anger, etc., or do not speak our truth, we may be unconsciously impeding our healthy energy flow.
Reiki Treatments
A discussion will usually take place during an initial session with a Reiki Practitioner. They will describe the session to the client, give the client an opportunity to discuss any particular problems or issues they are experiencing.
For the actual session, the client will rest comfortably on a massage table on their back with their shoes removed. Reiki can be performed with the client sitting comfortably in a chair as well. Unlike massage therapy, no articles of clothing are removed and a client is always fully clothed; loose, comfortable clothing is suggested. A session can either be hands-on, where a Practitioner will apply a light touch during the session, or hands-off where they will hold their hands slightly above your body. If a client prefers not to be touched they can indicate this to the practitioner before they begin.
The session will then proceed with the Reiki Practitioner moving through specific standard Reiki hand positions beginning at the person’s head or feet. A recipient of Reiki might feel a warming sensation or a tingling during the session or nothing at all but sheer relaxation. The session should be very pleasant, relaxing and invigorating.
Reiki Main Uses:
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Pregnancy
- Babies and Infants
- Pets
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Weight Loss
- Asthma
- General Body Pain
- Enhancing Your Life
Benefits of Reiki Treatments
- Reiki is non-invasive.
Unlike many other treatment options, reiki is non-invasive and does not require any incisions, use of chemicals or other potentially-dangerous actions. - Reiki is risk free.
Because reiki is non-invasive and uses no medications, there is no risk of side effects or complications from this treatment. - Safe for all types of ailments.
Reiki can be used safely to treat patients with virtually any ailment, from diabetes to cancer. - Reduction of stress and pain sensations.
Regardless of what ailment reiki is being used to treat, it may provide the added benefits of reduced stress and lessened sensations of pain. This can be helpful for clients dealing with a wide variety of problems, including those who are receiving reiki treatment in Ontario hospitals.
