Reiki (RAY-KEY) is a hands on healing treatment developed in Japan in the early 20th century by Mikao Usui.
Reiki’s natural healing energy works holistically on every level, not just the physical, it helps to promotes the body’s regenerative self healing ability.
The Japanese word for Reiki means ‘Universal Energy’. Eastern medicine has always recognised and worked with this energy, which flows through
all living things and is vital to well-being.
Known as ‘Ki’ in Japan, ‘Chi’ in China and ‘Prana’ in India. Acupuncture, T’ai Chi and Yoga are also based on the free-flow of this energy in a person.
Reiki is a non-invasive holistic therapy with it’s aim always to restore balance in the body, mind and soul of the recipient.
The energy of Reiki can be used to great effect in many ways, it is especially helpful in aiding relief from stress and tension as well as many other symptoms associated with this.
The beneficial effects of Reiki occure on many levels. Reiki can accelerate healing of physical problems, balance the emotions and free us from restrictive mental attitudes. It may also provide a closer connection with our own inner wisdom and may encourage and support positive personal change in our life.
Reiki can allow us to respond more calmly to the challenges of daily life and build a more resourceful state of being. Reiki is a gente energy and may be used y all ages from newborn, pregnant mothers, hospital patients the fail and the elderly regardless of their state of health. Reiki can enhance everyday life, and regular sessions help to ward-off illness and fatigue
A session is usually carried out with the client lying down on the couch in a peaceful enviroment. There is no need to remove any clothing other then shoes. The practitioner will proceed to place their hands gently on or over the client in a series of positions, the clients system automatically draws in only as much Reiki energy 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, the treatment is enhanced if the client can rest for a while afterwards and drink plenty of water. Be responsive to the needs of your body, e.g resting if tired and allow the energy to continue it’s work after the session ends. The beneficial effects may be felt for several days.