Reiki
"Reiki is the art of inviting happiness into your mind and body and the belief that the universe is alive and filled with energy."
- Dr. Mikao Usui
As part of Eastern medicine traditions, Reiki takes a holistic approach - treating the whole person rather than just the specific illness or symptoms. The goal is to restore energetic balance by addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, soul, and spirit. This aligns with the core principles of integrative healthcare, which seeks to support the innate healing abilities of the individual. Whether you are seeking relief from physical ailments, looking to overcome emotional challenges, or want to replenish your energy and enhance your inner peace, Reiki can support this process.
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The word "Reiki" is composed of two kanji characters: 霊 (Rei) and 気 (Ki). The character 霊 (Rei) represents the universal, divine, or spiritual aspect, while 気 (Ki) symbolizes vital life force. Together, Reiki translates to the core concept of universal life force energy or source energy.
The term "universal healing energy" refers to the subtle, vibrational energy that permeates all of existence. It is the fundamental life force that animates all living things. In Reiki practice, the intention is to access and direct this universal energy to promote balance, harmony, and healing on physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels.
“Our very life force can be seen as a stream of pulsating energy. When the stream is not fragmented by blocks in the body armor, then pulsation moves freely through the body and out into the world. This streaming creates a resonant, etheric field around the body—an aura of wholeness.” — Anodea Judith, “Eastern Body, Western Mind”
When our vital energy flows harmoniously, we can experience a profound sense of wellness. However, various factors such as chronic stress, trauma, sedentary lifestyles and emotional turmoil can disrupt the flow of our vital energy, causing imbalance, blockages and disconnection from the body, which can manifest as physical ailments and an overall sense of discomfort.
The Reiki practitioner's role is to become a fully open and receptive conduit of life force energy. Through this connection, the energy is able to flow from the practitioner to the recipient.
During a Reiki session, the practitioner places their hands in a series of positions and using specific symbols, either lightly resting them on or just above the recipient's body. This allows the energy to be directed and focused to specific areas that need attention and support.
The gentle, non-invasive nature of the hand placements creates a nurturing space for the recipient to deeply relax and surrender to the process. There is no forceful manipulation or pressure applied - the practitioner simply allows the energy to flow naturally through their hands.
As the energy moves through the practitioner's hands, the recipient may experience a variety of sensations. Some report feeling warmth, tingling, or a pulsing sensation. Others describe a deep sense of calm and relaxation washing over them. These physical experiences are a tangible reflection of the energetic shifts occurring on a deeper level.
As a Reiki practitioner, I have witnessed this healing practice work magic - clients often experience deep relaxation, reduced pain and anxiety, improved immune function, and an enhanced sense of overall well-being. It's remarkable to see the body's natural healing capacities being supported and amplified through this healing practice.
One of the great things about Reiki is that it can be complementary to conventional medical treatments. It's not meant to replace professional care, but rather to work alongside it, providing an additional layer of support and facilitating the body's own restorative processes.