What is Reiki?
“Reiki” (ray-key) is Japanese for ‘universal life energy, and is also a word used to describe a system of natural healing, This tradition was founded by Dr Mikao Usui in the early 19th century and evolved as a result of his research, experience and dedication. Reiki treatment is a process that anyone can enjoy in the normal course of their life. Reiki can be used alongside other conventional or complementary treatment and often helps to provide emotional support during recovery. Reiki energy brings deep relaxation, soothing emotions and reducing negative feelings. Reiki can help you be the best that you can be. It can help unlock your natural creativity allowing you to reach your full potential. It brings clarity, focus and a sense of purpose back into life. It enhances the benefits of all other therapies. One treatment is physiologically the equivalent of 3 to 4 hours' deep sleep. It helps you find true peace of mind and brings positivity to help you cope with life’s daily challenges.
What conditions can Reiki Treat?
As Reiki treats the whole body and not just symptoms it can assist in the treatment of almost all conditions. It also eases the pain of more chronic diseases and helps reduce the negative side effects of drugs and other treatments. Reiki recognises that it is not our problems that need healing but our whole self. Reiki works by clearing away the blockages that prevent us from being whole. Reiki can help to greatly reduce alleviate chronic pain and stress which is a leading cause of disease and illnesses. In addition, the American Cancer Society states that Reiki can help alleviate the side effects of cancer patients undergoing cancer treatments. Reiki can help relieve addictions and ease the physical withdrawals felt from chemical dependencies. There are also studies underway to test the affect of Reiki on autism patients and other similar disorders.
What happens in a Reiki session?
During the 1 hour Reiki session or 45 minute session depending what the individual needs, the practitioner places his or her hands very lightly on the body in a variety of positions. The patient is normally lying down and always remains fully clothed throughout the session as Reiki is so powerful that it will even reach the body through a plaster cast.
How does Reiki feel?
Everyone experiences Reiki differently. Some feel a slight tingling or sensations of heat, others just a deep relaxation or some people experience seeing colours, whilst others can have an emotional response, indicating that shifts are taking place, allowing harmony to be restored. Some find themselves in a deep meditative state whilst others feel rejuvenated and energised. Some even fall into a deep and refreshing sleep. There is no massage or manipulation. The whole person is treated rather than specific areas.
Is Reiki suitable for everyone?
Reiki is always totally safe and appropriate making it suitable for everyone - children and adults. It benefits people in wonderful and extraordinary ways. It is also highly effective for animals.
“Reiki” (ray-key) is Japanese for ‘universal life energy, and is also a word used to describe a system of natural healing, This tradition was founded by Dr Mikao Usui in the early 19th century and evolved as a result of his research, experience and dedication. Reiki treatment is a process that anyone can enjoy in the normal course of their life. Reiki can be used alongside other conventional or complementary treatment and often helps to provide emotional support during recovery. Reiki energy brings deep relaxation, soothing emotions and reducing negative feelings. Reiki can help you be the best that you can be. It can help unlock your natural creativity allowing you to reach your full potential. It brings clarity, focus and a sense of purpose back into life. It enhances the benefits of all other therapies. One treatment is physiologically the equivalent of 3 to 4 hours' deep sleep. It helps you find true peace of mind and brings positivity to help you cope with life’s daily challenges.
What conditions can Reiki Treat?
As Reiki treats the whole body and not just symptoms it can assist in the treatment of almost all conditions. It also eases the pain of more chronic diseases and helps reduce the negative side effects of drugs and other treatments. Reiki recognises that it is not our problems that need healing but our whole self. Reiki works by clearing away the blockages that prevent us from being whole. Reiki can help to greatly reduce alleviate chronic pain and stress which is a leading cause of disease and illnesses. In addition, the American Cancer Society states that Reiki can help alleviate the side effects of cancer patients undergoing cancer treatments. Reiki can help relieve addictions and ease the physical withdrawals felt from chemical dependencies. There are also studies underway to test the affect of Reiki on autism patients and other similar disorders.
What happens in a Reiki session?
During the 1 hour Reiki session or 45 minute session depending what the individual needs, the practitioner places his or her hands very lightly on the body in a variety of positions. The patient is normally lying down and always remains fully clothed throughout the session as Reiki is so powerful that it will even reach the body through a plaster cast.
How does Reiki feel?
Everyone experiences Reiki differently. Some feel a slight tingling or sensations of heat, others just a deep relaxation or some people experience seeing colours, whilst others can have an emotional response, indicating that shifts are taking place, allowing harmony to be restored. Some find themselves in a deep meditative state whilst others feel rejuvenated and energised. Some even fall into a deep and refreshing sleep. There is no massage or manipulation. The whole person is treated rather than specific areas.
Is Reiki suitable for everyone?
Reiki is always totally safe and appropriate making it suitable for everyone - children and adults. It benefits people in wonderful and extraordinary ways. It is also highly effective for animals.